The INSIDER Summary:If you're in New Orleans go to the rooftopat the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel or if you're in Utah go to Angel's Landing.These are the places to go in every state for the best jaw-dropping view.The United Statesisn't just amber waves of grain and purple mountainmajesties'though there are plenty of those. From sea to shining sea, this country has some of the most incredible natural and city views on Earth.It should come as no surprise that wild wonders, including the Grand Canyon, Mount Washington, and the Grand Tetons, have earned spots on this list. After all, our national parks and mountain ranges are home to some of the highest points in the country'and some of the most dramatic views, surrounded by everything from red rock gorges to snowy, alpine slopes.You don't have to venture into the wilderness to score an amazing view. Our cities offer unique vistas of their own: best enjoyed on towering observation decks or with a cocktail in hand at a sky-high, rooftop bar.In New York, for example, the can't-miss view is from the top of the One World Trade Center in Manhattan. On the observation deck perched 100 floors above the ground inNew York City, visitors can see everything from the Empire State Building to helicopter hovering far below. On bright, clear days, you can even see the curve of the horizon.The best views in the country aren't always from the top, either.In Rhode Island, for example, we suggest heading to Prospect Terrace: a steep hillside that offers visitors and locals excellent views of downtown Providence. Come here in the morning, sit at the base of the Roger Williams statue, and watch the sunrise over the city.Whether you're from outoftownand want to orient yourselfor are looking for incredible snapshots closer to home, this list highlights some of the very best places in every state for #Travelgram-worthy views. While an easy elevator ride or moderate hike can take you to many of these precipices, we've added a few bucket-list challenges for the mountaineers among us. How high would you climb for the best perspective of the world below'Alabama from the Vulcan StatueBirmingham, Alabama, is watched over by the Roman God of fire and blacksmithingVulcan. As a nod to the citys history as a major producer of the nations steel and iron, the Vulcan statue (the largest cast-iron statue in the world) was erected in 1904 for the World's Fair and moved to Birmingham, where he presided over the 1906 Alabama State Fair.Now the 56-foot-tall Vulcan looms over the city. From the observation deck at the base, people can enjoy an impressive view more than 120 feet above the city.Alaska from DenaliThe highest peak in North Americaknown as Mount McKinley until this past Augusttowers 20,310feet over Alaska. And while experienced mountaineers can reach the summit, views of the mountain itself can be appreciated from as far away as Anchorage. One of the most unique ways to experience Denali is by ski-equipped airplane. Talk about a view!Arizona from Point Imperial at the Grand CanyonLets be honest: theres no bad place to get a view of the Grand Canyonone of the most spectacular features in Arizona. But the North Rim receives 90 percent fewer tourists than the rest of the Grand Canyon, and is home to Point Imperial. Here, at the highest point on this side of the canyon (8,803 feet), you can see out over the Painted Desert without crowds blocking the spectacular view.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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