Colorado Destination Named Among 'Most Beautiful Mountain Views On Earth'

The world is full of beautiful destinations promising breathtaking scenery that will leave you in awe. Fortunately for travelers and explorers in the U.S., you don't have to leave the country to see stunning sights. In fact, one of the most gorgeous views can be found in Colorado .

Far & Wide compiled a list of the must-see spots around the world that offer the "30 Most Beautiful Mountain Views on Earth," from remote locations with hidden lakes to rocky hills reaching up into the clouds. According to the site:

"People climb mountains for the rare chance to enjoy bird's-eye views of the world below. Looking down into valleys, over clouds and across great expanses of land, the climbs can be strenuous but are definitely worth the reward."

Among the stunning destinations in faraway places like Brazil, Australia, China and France is one right here in Colorado . Mt. Evans is one of the tallest peaks in the Rockies and can be reached not just by hike but via car along a roadway that literally has "scenic" in the name.

Here's what Far & Wide had to say about the awe-inspiring views at this Colorado locale: "You can reach the 14,264-foot summit by hike or by car via the Scenic Byway. It's one of the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains, and the road is the highest paved in North America."

Check out the full list at farandwide.com to read up on the other destinations with the most gorgeous mountain views in the world.