By / MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network Editorial Department
Traveling the world and visiting architectural landmarks, countless mountains and rivers are marked on travelers’ bucket lists. However, some places have “staircases” that are just as captivating as any famous building—whether it’s Germany’s roller coaster walkway and rainbow staircase, Portugal’s Lello Bookstore, or London’s St. Pancras Hotel. Standing on them feels like stepping into a dreamlike fantasy.
Visit the world’s most beautiful staircases abroad and add an unforgettable memory to your travel list. (Image source / http://designyoutrust.com/)
Portugal — Lello Bookshop
Located in Portugal, this bookstore not only boasts a gorgeous and classical exterior but also features intricate interiors that give visitors the illusion of stepping back into the Middle Ages. The most eye-catching staircase resembles a Harry Potter filming set, captivating all who see it. (Image source / From http://www.pandashouse.com/)
Austria — Melk Abbey Staircase
In addition to offering views of the Danube River, the most famous feature of Austria’s Melk Abbey is its spiral staircase. Looking up from below, it seems like an endless ladder reaching the heavens. (Image source / From http://academic.regis.edu/)
Germany — Tiger & Turtle
Completed in 2011, the Tiger & Turtle roller coaster walkway not only attracts attention with its graceful curves, but also reveals a different side of the structure when LED lights illuminate it at dusk and sunset. (Image source / From http://www.fotocommunity.de/)
Germany Munich — Umschreibung
This installation art piece, a “spiral staircase” located inside the KPMG office in Germany, is made of steel. Its design complements the surrounding architecture, showcasing the elegance of steel, encapsulated in the imagery of a box called “Reason.” (Image source / From http://twistedsifter.com/)
Portugal — Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
The grand staircase of the Baroque-style Church of Our Lady of Remedies features a total of 686 steps. Since its completion in 1905, it has been a destination for travelers from around the world. Slowly ascending the steps allows you to experience the opulence of Baroque style and the serenity of the church—an attraction that’s hard to resist. (Image source / http://pt.wikipedia.org/)
Germany — Rainbow Staircase
The Rainbow Staircase in Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, was designed by artist Horst Gläsker. The 112 steps are painted in various colors, turning the staircase into a work of art in the city. It’s loved not only by locals but also by tourists who come here to walk up a few steps. (Image source / http://fancy.com)
UK London — St. Pancras Hotel
The Renaissance-style St. Pancras Hotel in London is a renowned hotel in the UK. The grandeur of its exterior and interior design goes without saying, but the staircase, adorned with carved railings and colorful carpets, is equally famous—almost as much as the hotel itself. Whether you stay here or not, it’s a place you’ll want to visit and take photos to soak in the romantic classic atmosphere. (Image source / http://bloomsburybytes.files.wordpress.com/)
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