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25 Spectacular Mountain Passes and Scenic Highway Drives on Earth, Ranked

Carved through towering peaks and perilous coastal cliffs, these twenty-five legendary mountain passes and scenic highways offer some of the most awe-inspiring journeys on the planet.

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  1. The Most Scenic Alpine Passes and Cliffside Mountain Highways on Earth
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From sheer vertical cliffs in the Alps to soaring passes across the Andes and Himalayas, these scenic highways test driver skill and reward travelers with extraordinary vistas.

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