Somewhere you can stop
and smell the (metaphorical) roses
Here are three beautiful places to relax in World of Warcraft.
Isle of Quel’Danas
Typically, any location
where elves dwell ends up being eye candy. Silvermoon and the Eversong woods
are also pretty, but Quel’Danas mixes the best of those locations into one. The
island is home to the Sunwell, an artifact of power for the blood elves in
Silvermoon.
The town, Sun’s Reach, is
filled with the bright oranges of autumnal trees among the architectural
marvels of the elves. It’s a look that fits its name, as the town is as light
as sunlight. Even as you prepare for the raid on the Sunwell Plateau, it’s
worth it to take a few minutes to admire the beautiful scenery of the isle.
Crystalsong Forest (and Dalaran)
As mentioned above, elves
make locations prettier. They’re the cause of the Crystalsong Forest, a forest
of purple crystallized trees that almost glow in the dark. Floating above it,
at least during the war against the Lich King, the city of Dalaran hovers
majestically.
Its purple spires
coordinate with the forest below, making a pretty picture. Dalaran is a city of
magi, not elves, though its architecture is also a thing to behold. Later, it
moved to the Deadwind Pass in the Legion expansion. Still, the forest of
crystal trees is a sight you don’t want to miss.
The Beach Behind Ahn’Qiraj
For those looking for a more private spot to relax, this beach behind Ahn’Qiraj is a perfect spot.
There’s not much to do here but watch the Veiled Sea churn with waves. That
means it’s not often visited by other people, and you can watch the sunset here
without disturbance.
Sure, now that you and
any other player has read this article, it may be more populated than usual.
That only means more friends to enjoy the view with, don’t you think? A
majority of players still prioritize leveling and strengthening their
characters, so it shouldn’t be too much of a problem.
The Jade Forest (Shrine
of Fellowship)
For those seeking a more
normal sight, the Jade Forest in Pandaria is one to see. You’ll be surrounded
by greenery and trees everywhere, which psychologically is a relaxing sight.
Seeing it through a screen could diminish the effect, but what can we do?
One particular location
of interest is the Shrine of Fellowship within the forest. Situated upon a
peak, you’ll be able to see for miles and even past the forest. On the ground
level, you can’t see much past the trees everywhere. The red shades of the structures
on the shrine also make it stand out from all the green.
The Tirisfal Glades
For a darker version of
the Jade Forest, the Tirisfal Glades fulfill that category. Elves once tried to
settle here, which resulted in them moving away. The reason is that some of
them went mad for some reason, and they decided to leave. Legend says that an
Old God resides here and is the source of all the weird phenomena happening in
the glade.
Whether that’s true or
not, the forest here remains a beautiful, if eerie, place. Halloween or horror
enthusiasts would love the atmosphere here, where it’s rather dreary, bleak,
and a little lonely. It’s the kind of beauty that haunts you in more ways than
one.
Bonus: Revendreth
Anyone who loves gothic
architecture and dark elements would love to be in Revendreth. The Shadowlands
area is filled with that kind of imagery. Also, the area’s storyline and
leveling experience are the best out of all the areas in the Realm of the Dead.
Ardenweald is a close second for its unique areas and mystical atmosphere.
However, Revendreth is
better in the leveling and questing aspects, making the Venthyr Covenant a
popular choice.
Conclusion
Saddle up those mounts (or
get some WoW mounts for sale) and explore these beautiful areas. Forget about leveling
and grinding for a moment and take a breather. Of course, with Azeroth being a
big place, there are more unmentioned places to see and admire. Whether you’re
there to take screenshots, share the view with another, or just be there to
admire, these places are the best to do so.
If you ever find more of
these kinds of places, don’t be afraid to share them! Keep enjoying World of Warcraft, and don’t forget to stop and admire the view every once in a while.