These Are the 30 Most Colorful Places in the World

“Color is a power which directly influences the soul,” penned Russian painter and art theorist Wassily Kandinsky in his book, Concerning the Spiritual in Art. The pioneer of abstract art often touted how color—both occurring in the natural world and art—can directly have an impact on one's mood or memory.

The power of color is not one to be overlooked, especially when searching for your next dreamy escape. A day trip to a peaceful, verdant bamboo grove can help melt away stress from work, while a week among the vivid pink buildings of one of India's most lively cities can leave you feeling energized. Here, we take a look at some of the world's most colorful places, from the towering rice terraces of Vietnam to the Blue Pearl of Morocco.