Most beautiful places in the world
Telegraph Travel's pick of the places that most resemble heaven on Earth.
1. Piano Grande, Umbria, Italy
"One of Europe’s finest upland plains, it is situated above 4,000ft, ringed by mountains," says Telegraph Travel's Umbria expert Tim Jepson. "In late May and early June it is renowned for its extraordinary floral displays: swathes of wild crocuses one week, narcissi the next, grape hyacinth, wild tulips, poppies, thousands of orchids and rarities such as snakes' head fritillaries, among many others.
"Drive up the mountain road from Norcia to the plain, and over the passes at each end: the views are stunning. Or hike: there are plenty of trails, but the land is so open that you can walk almost at will. Visit Castelluccio, one of Italy's highest villages, noted for its tiny, sweet lentils (grown on the plain). Climb the highest peak, Monte Vettore, from Forca di Presta."
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