10 of the most beautiful places in Africa

Africa naturally evokes visions of the wide open savannah dotted with acacia trees, as the sun settles over the horizon.  While this type of landscape is typical of African safari destinations, the continent is incredibly diverse with hidden gems in nearly every corner.  This article reveals a varied selection of ten of the most beautiful landscapes in all of Africa.

1. Sossusvlei Dunes & Deadvlei, Namibia

There is a stillness in Sossuvlei that cannot be captured in words.  As the sun rises, the east facing side of the dunes are illuminated while the west remains in shadow.  Iconic and inherently photogenic, the dunes are also a wonderful place to be at dawn when the silence seems to last forever.  Read our other blog post on how to capture the sunrise in Sossusvlei.

2. Ngorongoro Crater,…