The 10 Most Colorful Places in the World

Spring is in full swing, y’all! It’s *finally* time to ditch the dull grays of winter and live life in color. But who are we kidding — we always live in color, especially when it comes to travel. Whether it’s spring break with the squad or much-needed PTO, we like our destination as bright as the season. Lucky for us, the world is bursting with fun, bold hues, so pick up a map, pack your bags, and join us as we check out the 10 most colorful places in the world.

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Lavender fields. Provence. France. Лавандовые поля. Прованс. Франция.

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1. Provence, France: The lavender fields of Provence feature vivid purple flowers as far as the eye can see. Can you even imagine how incredible that must smell?! Best time to visit: June – August.

2. Keukenhof, Holland: Home to the most vibrant tulip fields basically ever, Keukenhof is stunning in the spring. Best time to visit: March – May.

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A celestial lava lamp dancing across the Northern skies in Norway. #northernlights #aurora

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3. Northern Lights, Norway: While you can see the Northern Lights in a lot of different places (including Alaska!), the colors are beyond vibrant in Northern Norway, especially during the cold winter months. Best time to visit: September – March.

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Hitsujiyama Park: Chichibu, Japan Japan may be known for its cherry blossoms, but the country also features another pretty plant—shibazakura, or pink moss. Come springtime, Shibazakura Hill in Hitsujiyama Park becomes a carpet of pink and purple blooms, drawing crowds to appreciate the hundreds of thousands of flowers set to the backdrop of Mt. Buko. #hitsujiyamapark #japan #chichibu #cherryblossom #beautifulview

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4. Shibazakura Hill, Japan: At the base of Mount Fuji in Hitsujiyama Park, tiny rose-colored moss-blooms cover literally everything. Talk about pretty in pink (and purple)! Best time to visit: April – May.

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5. Havasu Falls, Arizona: While the entirety of the Grand Canyon boasts beautiful color, Havasu Falls adds a vibrant aqua-blue to all that red and orange. It’s at the top of our bucket list, so why not add it to yours! Best time to visit: Year-round.

6. Lake Hillier, West Australia: We’re tickled pink by this destination. According to researchers, the Pepto-Bismol hue of Lake Hillier is possibly a result of the bacteria that live in it. Ew, but also cool. Best time to visit: Year-round.

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7. Valley of Flowers, India: In the west Himalayas, colorful wildflowers bloom during the late summer months. Come on, this place is just asking to be Instagrammed. Best time to visit: June – September.

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Views from above cole flower fields in Luoping County, Yunnan Province, China. As the whole country basks in warm springtime sunshine, the cole flowers are in full bloom, filling the vast fields with vibrant colour. Credit: Xinhua / Barcroft Images #telegraph #wildlife #nature #spectacular #beautiful #fields #flowers #China #travel #POTD

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8. Luoping County, China: All gold EVERYTHING! Luoping County’s field of canola plants bloom in early spring, creating a bright yellow sea of flowers. Best time to visit: February – March.

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Today I got to fly over Yellowstone National Park w/ @FlyJacksonHole & the @SonyAlpha team. Seeing this hot spring was one of the most incredible moments of my life thus far. 😳 #AlphaCollective

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9. Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming: Located in Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Prismatic Spring is the largest hot spring in the US. The science behind this natural wonder is amazing — the bold rings of color are due to bacteria. Just be sure to watch where you step. Best time to visit: Summer.

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Also known as the “River of Five Colors” or the “Liquid Rainbow,” Caño Cristales in #Colombia is crystal clear, allowing for the vivid colors emanating from the quartzite rocks below to surface and become visible. Studded with rapids and waterfalls, the river also offers places to stop for a swim. Book your tour of this beautiful waterway on TripAdvisor.

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10. Caño Cristales, Colombia: Referred to as “the river that ran away from paradise,” Caño Cristales becomes a vibrant red in the fall, between Colombia’s wet and dry seasons. It’s also complemented by bold shades of green, blue, and yellow, creating a magical rainbow explosion. Best time to visit: July – November.

What colorful places will you be adding to your bucket list? Tag us in your ‘grams @BritandCo!

(Featured photo via Koichi Kamoshida/Getty)