Neither Norway nor Tuscany: these corners that seem taken from another country are in Spain.

Almost everyone has dreamed of visiting a place located somewhere else on the planet, whether it's the idyllic beaches of French Polynesia or Punta Cana , or the world's most majestic buildings , from the Great Wall of China to St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. What many people don't know is that you don't have to leave Spain to be able to contemplate very similar wonders.

Throughout the country, there are thousands of enclaves that bear a striking resemblance to some of the planet's most famous architectural and natural monuments. From stunning treasures resembling towering waterfalls to villages reminiscent of idyllic regions, you often don't have to cross borders to experience a dreamlike scene.

Provence: the lavender fields of Brihuega

One of the best getaways you can take this summer is to visit the bucolic lavender fields in the town of Brihuega, in the province of Guadalajara. The impressive meadows of the La Alcurria region (and other places) are tinged with shades that are on par with those of Provence, France.

This way, you don't have to cross the Pyrenees to see the spectacular lilac meadows with your own eyes. Just a short distance from Madrid, there are several towns where these shrubs completely transform the landscape. In fact, there are excursions departing from the Spanish capital to these places.

Machu Picchu: the Masca Village

Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, but those who can't (or don't want to) cross the Atlantic Ocean to explore this incredible Inca ruin can travel to the northwest of Tenerife to discover an equally fascinating place: the town of Masca, one of the most incredible spots in the Canary Islands.

This small town nestled in the Teno Rural Park is hidden among the great mountains and once served as a refuge for pirates, who took advantage of these imposing peaks to hide. Surrounded by a natural environment that seems like something out of this planet, this town is one of the island's great treasures.

Antelope Canyon: Cow Gulch

The state of Arizona is home to some of the planet's most magnificent natural wonders, such as the Grand Canyon and the curious and much-photographed Antelope Canyon, a peculiar rock formation with undulating shapes that looks like something straight out of the Dune saga. However, in Gran Canaria, there's an equally fascinating place also characterized by its sinuous shapes: the Barranco de las Vacas.

This sublime enclave is located in the heart of the island, near the municipality of Agüimes, and is made up of volcanic tuffs molded over millions of years that have been exposed, creating a landscape that seems like something from another planet. Therefore, you don't have to travel to the United States to witness such an incredible natural spectacle.

Norway: the village of Camarmeña

Some of the most stunning natural environments in all of Europe are found in Norway, but instead of traversing the entire continent, those who have dreamed of visiting the small towns tucked away among the fjords and high peaks of northern Scandinavia can take a magnificent getaway to Asturias, specifically to the beautiful and picturesque town of Camarmeña.

This village of just a dozen residents is nestled in a stunning gorge in the Picos de Europa National Park. Although stone houses replace the typical Nordic wooden dwellings, the reality is that this town is undoubtedly one of the great rural wonders of northern Spain.

Iceland: The Nervión Waterfall

Another European country that boasts some of the most fascinating sites on the planet is Iceland. While the Nordic country boasts splendid sites like the extraordinary Háifoss waterfall, Spain also has a waterfall that leaves those who approach it just as perplexed: the Salto de Nervión, in the province of Álava.

This spectacular waterfall is the largest in the entire country. The waters of the Nervión River plunge into the void at a height of over 270 meters, creating a picture-postcard image reminiscent of Iceland's most stunning landscapes. Furthermore, numerous hiking trails can be followed to reach the waterfall, making the experience truly unique.

Tuscany: region of Bajo Ampurdán

Who hasn't dreamed of exploring the beautiful villages of Tuscany? The Italian region is one of the most incredible places in the world. In addition to cities as impressive as Florence and Siena, it also boasts idyllic towns surrounded by countryside that many consider a dream destination. However, you don't have to travel to the transalpine country to discover similar landscapes.

In the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula, in the province of Girona, lies the bucolic region of Baix Empordà. In addition to boasting incredible towns on the shores of the Mediterranean, just a short distance from these Costa Brava municipalities are magnificent inland villages like Peratallada , reminiscent of the most famous ones in Tuscany.