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With the recent cast announcement for the upcoming “Star Wars” films (and, of course today’s “Star Wars” holiday — May the Fourth), it’s hard not to let your mind wander to the franchise’s fictional landscapes. From the desert terrain of Tatooine to the lush planet of Naboo, there’s no doubt many a fan would jump at the chance to visit these places if they could.

But you don’t have to look to a galaxy far away to feast your eyes on these out-of-this-world, “Star Wars”-esque sights. Take a look at some of the most otherworldly places – right here on Earth.

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Marissa WillmanMarissa Willman earned a bachelor's degree in journalism before downsizing her life into two suitcases for a teaching gig in South Korea. Seoul was her home base for two years of wanderlusting throughout six countries in Asia. In 2011, Marissa swapped teaching for travel writing and now calls Southern California home.

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