Best destinations in the world to click selfies

A picture is worth a thousand words, that may be especially true these days with the ever increasing trend of what are called 'selfies' on the Internet

A picture is worth a thousand words, that may be especially true these days with the ever increasing trend of what are called ‘selfies’ on the Internet. This popular trend of taking your picture has become more pervasive. Well if you believe in the same school of thought and feel that no trip of yours is complete without a selfie then you’re in the right place. Hotels.com has compiled a list of locations from across the globe which will provide the perfect selfie moment.

1. Brooklyn Bridge, New York

The bridge built in 1883 is truly an example of brilliant. Go get clicked on the first ever steel-wire suspension bridge constructed.

2. Antelope Canyon, Arizona

Traipse through miles of an unimaginable blend of glowing pastel colours made brilliant by cascading beams of sunlight that illuminate an artful collection of sculpted sandstone in infinite shape and form. So beautiful it will make one forget the Grand Canyon.

3. Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town is the iconic city where Nelson Mandela made his first speech as a free man. Nestled on the shore of Table Bay, the city was also named this year’s world design capital. Boasting of Mediterranean-like climate, the city is just perfect for some beach selfies, and Boulder’s Beach is one of the few spots in the world where you can share your selfie with some penguins.

4. Hб»™i An, Vietnam

Once a major port, the common pains of 21st century modern living, like traffic and pollution, are notably absent from the historic city of Hб»™i An. Make sure you get a selfie in the Old-town character combined with grand architecture and bucolic scenery, thereby making the city a cosmopolitan melting pot.

5. Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Meaning ‘the smoke that thunders,’ this waterfall in southern Africa bordering Zambia and Zimbabwe is twice as tall as Niagara Falls, and longer too. Depending on how adventurous you are, activities include a huge swing over the gorge and bungee-jumping. For the really brave, head to the naturally formed Devil’s Pool, where the rock barriers form an eddy where swimmers can go right up to the edge of the falls and take a selfie.

6. Mineral Beach, the Dead Sea, Israel

You haven’t experienced Israel if you haven’t experienced slathering yourself in nutrient-rich mud and snapping a selfie, before floating in water that’s so salty you can’t even sink.

7. Chittorgarh Fort, India

Built in the seventh century and considered to be the largest fort in India, the spot holds historic significance for the country after being passed through the hands of multiple rulers, used as the site for three battles, and eventually abandoned. It was finally refurbished in 1905.

8. Colosseum, Rome

Half circus, half sports arena, Rome’s most famous classical ruin is unmissable (especially to take a selfie) and now that they have extended the visitor route to the under floor passageways through which gladiators and wild beasts made their entrances. It makes the selfie taking experience even more exhilarating.

9. Bhurj Khalifa, Dubai

The Khalifa has far too many reasons apart from just being the world’s tallest building to be on this list. The magnificent architecture, the cars parked outside and the malls surrounding the Khalifa make it even more special than it already is. Take a selfie on the new skyscraper of Dubai the Khalifa.

10. London Bridge, London

The Old London Bridge was once considered one of the wonders of the world. The spectacular structure spanning the River Thames is a famous tourist attraction; Do not forget to get your selfie here.