Places most people never see

Hidden gems worth the trip

Our five most-watched spots on TikTok — before the crowds find them. Here's how to actually get there.

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The places you watched most

Monks once reached these cliff-top monasteries by rope and net. Would you dare?

A secret lagoon walled in by limestone cliffs. Boats line up to get in — go before it's packed.

Only a few hundred people left — and one fire could erase it all.

Empty beaches, almost no hotels. It won't stay this way for long.

So perfect China built a copy. The 7,000-year-old original is still better.

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Before you go

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Tip 1

Don't rely only on what you find online. Locals know the hidden viewpoints, the right hours and the paths that aren't on the map.

Find a local guide

Tip 2

Hidden gems are often far from the nearest hospital. Make sure you're covered before you go off the beaten path.

Get covered

Tip 3

Hidden gems often mean no Wi-Fi and no SIM shop nearby. Install an eSIM at home and you'll have maps and data the moment you arrive.

Get your eSIM