The fine art of selfie taking has gotten competitive, with people traveling to the ends of the earth just to snap the perfect photo.
If you’re seeking to take the most epic selfie ever, then maybe a trip to Bhutan, Brazil or Capetown is just what you need.
The following are some of the most beautiful, jaw-dropping, and scenic places to snap an Instagram-worthy selfie.
Christ the Redeemer — Rio de Janeiro
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What’s cooler than a selfie with Christ the Redeemer?
Antelope Canyon — Arizona
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Upper Antelope Canyon is one of those places you have to see to believe. The slot canyon is known for letting in beams of lights at certain times of day, making it even more beautiful.
Neuschwanstein Castle — Germany
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Um, is that a real life Disney Castle in the background? Are there singing teacups in there? Neuschwanstein castle was built in 1886 as a private refuge for King Ludwig II. Today, 1.4 million people visit every year to take in its fairy-tale beauty.
Taktsang Monastery — Bhutan
These monks obviously wanted their privacy. Taktsang Monastery a.k.a Tiger’s Nest is located about 3,000 feet above Paro valley in Bhutan. Here, you can take an epic selfie, and do some meditation.
Table Mountain — Capetown, South Africa
It’s like sitting on top of the world! Take the funicular to the top of Table Mountain in Capetown. From the top you can see the city and Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned.
Trolltunga—Norway
Mendenhall Glacier and Ice Cave — Southeast Alaska
Ever wanted to live inside of an ice cube? Visit the ice caves in the Mendenhall Glacier and channel your inner eskimo while you snap a chilly selfie.
Ha Long Bay — Vietnam
This UNESCO World Heritage Site consists of several small islands. It’s home to four fishing villages and welcomes thousands of visitors every year. No matter the angle, any photo you snap here will be perfection.
Anse Mamin Beach — St Lucia
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Yahoo Travel Editor, Leah Ginsberg, snapped this photo at Anse Mamin beach in St. Lucia. The beach is small, pristine, and has gorgeous views of rock formations.
Horsetail Faills — Oregon
A waterfall just makes any photo better. If you’re looking for a great hike, check out the easily accessible Horsetail Falls. Your reward after a long day will be the perfect selfie in front of the cascading water.
Manarola Village — Cinque Terre, Italy
Étretat Cliffs — Normandy, France
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It’s like mother nature wanted you to take this photo. The natural arches in Étretat are too good to pass up without snapping a pic.