10 beaches you must see at least once in your life

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Nobody needs to explain what a beach is. This is a lot of sand and even more water, they sunbathe and swim there. However, there are coasts on our amazing planet that are far beyond this standard. To visit such unusual beaches is the dream of every traveler.

Honopu Beach - Kauai, Hawaii

This beach is one of the most secluded and unspoiled on earth. This is because it is completely impossible to get to it by land, and it takes quite a long time to sail by boat. The beach is divided into two parts by a natural rock arch, the height of which is 27 meters.

Anse Source d'Argens Beach - La Digue, Seychelles

In the rating of the most picturesque beaches, this one deserves to be one of the first places. There is the most delicate snow-white sand, colorful stone boulders, green palm trees and such a blue sea that it seems as if you are looking at a photo edited in Photoshop. Add to this the complete absence of waves, always warm water, excellent climate and you will understand that this is just a branch of paradise on earth.

Giants Causeway - Ireland

"Many thousands of years ago, when dragons flew in the sky, and giants lived on earth …" - these are the words that first arise in my head when visiting the north-east coast of Ireland. This natural wonder consists of about 40,000 interconnected basalt columns, which were formed as a result of complex geological processes caused by a volcanic eruption. The harsh nature adds a dark energy to this majestic place.

Benagil Sea Cave Beach - Algarve, Portugal

The Algarve is one of the most beautiful corners of Europe. The beaches of this region stretch for 200 kilometers and are replete with sheer cliffs, small coves and caves. One of these caves contains a gorgeous beach inside, which can only be accessed from the sea. It is unlikely that it will be possible to sunbathe here, but this inconvenience is more than compensated for by the wonderful views.

Star Beach (Hoshizuna-no-hama) - Iriomote, Japan

Visitors to this coast do not really look at the surrounding landscapes, but rather study the sand under their feet. It was thanks to him that this beach received the name of the star one. The fact is that each grain of sand is an intricate and unique geometric figure. Many really look like miniature stars. In fact, these are the remains of the skeletons of foraminifera - microscopic marine organisms that have been washed ashore for many years.

Cathedral Beach - Ribadeo, Spain

The Cathedral Beach is one of the most amazing natural attractions in Spain. It got its name from the stunning rock formations that include a whole bunch of grottoes, caves and cliffs that resemble the outlines of Catholic cathedrals. Some of these wonderful sites are only available for a short time at low tide, so tourists shouldn't hesitate to explore them.

Whitehaven Beach (White Paradise) - Holy Trinity Island, Australia

This beach is world famous and got its name thanks to its white sand. Whitehaven stretches for six kilometers and boasts crystal clear waters and unspoiled nature. This became possible because Whitehaven is part of the national park and is protected by the state. But this circumstance also has a downside - there are absolutely no hotels and tourist infrastructure, and visitors are brought here only for one day from the neighboring island.

Reynisfjara Beach - Vik, Iceland

The Black Beach of Reynisfjara is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places on earth. But this beauty has a somewhat special, one might say, "Gothic" flavor. Imagine completely black sand, majestic basalt columns, cliffs rising alone in the sea, gusty winds, waves, cold spray. Yes, this is the complete opposite of the popular tropical beaches, but many people find their charm in this.

Hidden Beach - Marieta Island, Mexico

This beach has no analogues in the world. It is located right inside the cliffs of one of the islands of the Marieta archipelago and resembles a large natural pool. To reach this paradise, visitors must swim through a short tunnel that turns into a stunning beach. The island itself has been declared a national park to protect its unique nature from destruction. But tourists can go snorkeling and kayaking here.

Bioluminescent Beach - Vaadhoo, Maldives

The tropical beach at Vaadhoo in the Maldives is gorgeous in the sunshine, just like any beach in the area. But at night, its waters turn into an arena for a real light show that you will definitely never forget. The waves, glowing with blue light, seem to reflect the stars in the sky over the Maldives and blur the border between the depths of the ocean and the abyss of space. This is due to special unicellular microorganisms and lasts from July to February.