Bird's Eyeview 7 Stunning Roads Across the World

So you can't hit the road right now, but you can quench your wanderlust with these incredible aerial shots of roads and paths from all over the world
That's not a spaceship, it's the Bangkok expressway
That's not a spaceship, it's the Bangkok expressway
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Taking a road trip has become the go-to option for people who want to travel and take a break now, in these pandemic times. Seeing these roads from a bird&rsquos eyeview shows everyday common places from a completely different perspective.

Here are 8 drone-captured images of spectacular roads across the world that are sure to make you pack your bags and head out for that road trip.

Los Angeles, USA

 
 
 
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A post shared by Xander DePascale (@xanderdepascale) on Nov 3, 2019 at 1157am PST

LA has some of the most heavily visited beaches in the world. With white sands and turquoise blue waters, the aerial photographs by ace photographer Xander De Pascale gives a stunning view of the roads that lead to the beach. 

 
 
 
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A post shared by Xander DePascale (@xanderdepascale) on Nov 2, 2019 at 622pm PDT

Hailing from Seattle, De Pascale shoots mostly with a DJI Phantom 4 drone, offering interesting perspectives of otherwise popular places. 

Kerala, India

 
 
 
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A post shared by Jithin David (@jithin_david) on May 29, 2020 at 932pm PDT

Kerala conjures up images of palm-laced stretches of sand, lush backwaters and paddy fields. Photographer Jithin David captured these stunning images of the roads that snake through fields in Idukki.

 
 
 
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A post shared by Jithin David (@jithin_david) on Jun 3, 2020 at 932pm PDT

A stellar view of a Kochi roadway gives it a whole new dimension. 

Shanghai and Hong Kong, China

 
 
 
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A post shared by Jeryl T. (@j9ryl) on May 30, 2019 at 736am PDT

Young photographer Jeryl Tan uses his drone and long lenses to capture the fast-paced, moving nature of these cities with ease and great precision. The aerial shot of Shanghai also captures the city's modern metropolis feel. 

 
 
 
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A post shared by Jeryl T. (@j9ryl) on Apr 28, 2019 at 740am PDT

With a destination on mind when we drive, we tend to overlook the stunning angles that are all around us. Aerial shots give a unique perspective of everyday places.

Dubai, UAE

 
 
 
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A post shared by Tobias HÃ&currengg (@airpixels) on Dec 14, 2019 at 742am PST

Ace photographer Tobias Hagg captures both sand dunes and high rises of Dubai with his drone. 

 
 
 
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A post shared by Tobias HÃ&currengg (@airpixels) on Dec 5, 2019 at 1049am PST

Based out of Stockholm, Sweden, Hagg is a photographer and film-maker whose brilliance lies in the diverse range of his aerial photos. 

Vladivostok, Russia

 
 
 
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A post shared by VITALY PANVELVET ⣠(@panvelvet) on Jul 17, 2020 at 431am PDT

Vladivostok is the muse for this IT professional-turned photographer. His work captures the myriad hues of reds and yellows of this Pacific port city, of its roads and bends. 

 
 
 
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A post shared by VITALY PANVELVET ⣠(@panvelvet) on Apr 21, 2020 at 417am PDT

The roads lined with azure waters makes us want to head here right away. 

Paris, France

 
 
 
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A post shared by Bachir Moukarzel Dubai (@bachir_photo_phactory) on Oct 5, 2019 at 438am PDT

The 'city of romance' is photographed from above by acclaimed drone photographer Bachir Moukarzel. The images captured by Dubai-based aerial photographer makes you see Paris in a way that you have probably never seen.

 
 
 
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A post shared by Bachir Moukarzel Dubai (@bachir_photo_phactory) on Jul 1, 2019 at 850am PDT

Parisian streets, and iconic city centers and circles, look spectacular from up there. As Moukarzel says, &ldquoThe world looks different from above, and that's what's special about it.&rdquo

Hawaii, USA

 
 
 
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A post shared by Austin Butler // Oahu & Beyond (@clearskieshi) on Apr 2, 2019 at 232pm PDT

The island state of USA is home to some of the world&rsquos most stunning beaches and beach-lined roads. The Makapu Beach Park is captured by photographer Austin Butler in this incredible aerial shot.

 
 
 
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A post shared by Austin Butler // Oahu & Beyond (@clearskieshi) on Apr 2, 2018 at 104pm PDT

The Koko Head in Maunalua Bay in Hawaii is a spectacular place with rugged hills on one side and lapping beach waters on the other. 

Pangong, India

 
 
 
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A post shared by Drones of India (@dronesofindia) on Apr 22, 2020 at 539am PDT

Pangong has one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Nestled in the the stark Himalayan region in Leh district, the drive is an adventure in itself. Captured by photographer Ankit Bhatia,&nbspthis stunning aerial shot shows the beauy of this remote region.

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