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Atlantic Road, Norway - Stretching from lush coastal landscapes to jagged rocks along the Hustadvika coastline, the Atlantic Road is one of the most beautiful routes.

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Valley of Fire Road, Nevada - Venture through the flames on the Valley of Fire Road, with red sandstone formations that are aflame with the rising sun.

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Milford Road, New Zealand - The scenic trip from Te Anau to Milford Sound is New Zealand's most beautiful route. It stretches along the Southern Alps, and shows you glimpses of 'Lord of the Rings' filming locations.

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Avenue of the Baobabs, Madagascar - The alien trees along Avenue of the Baobabs are a sight to behold. The road is 16 km (10 miles) of gorgeous views and landscapes.

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Overseas Highway, Florida - Linking Florida with the Florida Keys, the Overseas Highway is made up of 42 bridges across 182 km (113 miles). It's like you're riding on the water's surface.

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Karakorum Highway - One of the world's highest roads runs through the Karakoram mountain range, taking you from China to Pakistan, or vice versa.

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Guoliang Tunnel Road, China - Located in China's Henan province, the Guoliang Tunnel Road is an enchanting route through the Taihang Mountains.

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Romantische Strasse, Germany - "Romantic Road" passes by medieval castles, walled cities, and colorful houses. You can even spot the Neuschwanstein Castle, which inspired Cinderella's Castle.

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A82, Scotland - The rural A82 road goes from Glasgow to Inverness, passing landmarks like Glen Coe, Loch Ness, and Rannoch Moor.

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North Yungas Road, Bolivia - One of the world's most beautiful roads is also one of the most dangerous, with tight turns and towering drops. The thing is, it's not even the most dangerous road in the region.

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The Transfagarasan, Romania - A true challenge to motorists, the Transfăgărășan zig-zags down the Carpathian Mountains in Romania.

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Great Ocean Road, Australia - A route so revered that it's on the National Heritage list, Great Ocean Road passes national parks, rain forests, and whale lookouts too.

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Rohtang Pass, India - The high mountain pass links Kullu Valley with Lahaul and Spiti Valleys. The natural sights are jaw-dropping, with peaks, rivers, and glaciers along the way.

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Interstate 70, Utah - I-70 runs from Utah to Maryland, through such cities as Denver, Kansas City, Columbus, and Baltimore.

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Oberalp Pass, Switzerland - Oberalp Pass only opens during summer months, and passes through towering peaks in the Swiss Alps.

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Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina and Virginia - The All-American Road is famed for its beautiful scenery, with stunning views of highlands and mountains.

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The Golden Road to Samarkand, Uzbekistan - Historically part of Silk Road, this route can be planned online, with various architecture sites and points of interest.

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Chapman's Peak Drive, South Africa - With over 100 turns, Peak Drive gives drivers a unique view of the South African sea and mountains.

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Big Sur, California - The world famous Big Sur route runs from Carmel to San Simeon, located on California's coastline. The views are unlike any other.

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Col de l'Iseran, France - Located in the Alps, this towering road is also only open in the summertime. It has featured in the Tour de France racing route.

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Stelvio Pass, Italy - Despite being around 24 km (15 miles), Stelvio Pass has nearly 50 sharp turns and curves. Views of the Italian Alps along the road are second to none.

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Hana Highway, Hawaii - Running along the Maui coastline, Hana Highway is a thrilling ride over nearly 60 bridges and through waterfalls and rain forests.

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Scenic Byway, Arizona - Arizona's Scenic Byway goes from the border of Arizona to Monument Valley in Utah. There are also classic views of the Apache Trail.

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Ruta 40, Argentina - Explore Argentina on Ruta 40, a road that runs from the north border to the border with Chile. Ride over 18 rivers, through 20 national parks, and alongside the gorgeous Andes mountains.

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Touge Roads, Japan - The Touge Roads are both picturesque and perilous, circling around an active volcano and towering mountains.

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Trollstigen Road, Norway - "Trolls' Path" is snake-like, winding around the mountain range of Rauma Municipality in Norway. Make sure to stop at the Stigfossen waterfall, which draws crowds from around the world.

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Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road, Abu Dhabi - Ascend the second-highest mountain in the UAE by riding on Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road. It's a gorgeous route, with shimmering views of the sunset.

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Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia - The Cabot Trail loops around the north of Nova Scotia, passing through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, among other landmarks. There are also sensational views of the ocean.

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Nurburgring Nordschleife, Germany - One for the racers, the Nordschleife track was built in the '20s, and is still used for races to this day. The track is long and exciting, as there are many iconic corners and turns.

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San Juan Skyway, Colorado -

Colorado's Skyway is over 375 km (233 miles) of motorist heaven. There are forests, mountain ranges, and wildflower fields all to be enjoyed on the American road.

Now read up on the world's most dangerous roads. 

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