7Jiuzhaigou Valley, China

China may not be the first place that comes to mind for a winter wonderland, but Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park transforms into an ethereal, frozen paradise each winter.

Located in the Sichuan Province, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its pristine, multi-colored lakes, beautiful waterfalls, and snowy forests.

In winter, the waterfalls freeze over, creating stunning ice formations, and the crowds thin, allowing for serene explorations of this magical landscape.