List of 10 best beaches in the world according to National Geographic.
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One of the most photographed beaches in the world, the pale pink sands of Anse Source d’Argent Beach stretch across La Digue Island, one of the 115 islands of this Indian Ocean archipelago. Sparkling sand amid towering granite boulders worn out by time and weather. The turquoise waters of Anse Source d’Argent are relatively shallow and protected from the waves of the ocean by a reef.
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If your dream trip to the beach includes spending some wonderful nights at a 4-star hotel or swimming in depth among tropical fish, then the Maldives is the place where your dreams can come true. Maldives includes 1190 islands, comprising 26 atolls. Magnetic air wraps the archipelago and, mixing with palm trees, turns into a light haze.
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This is one of the magical islands that make up French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Only 18 miles (29 km) long, this land is in a sheltered lagoon framed by white sandy beaches, the best of which is on Matira Point. Bora Bora has the nickname "Romantic Island", the nickname is easy to evaluate, relaxing on isolated beaches, intimate hotels in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Hamptons boasts one of the most beautiful beaches on Long Island. The pristine coastline begins near South Hampton and goes east to the end of the island at Montauk. Wind-driven dunes and grass-growing winds border the Atlantic Ocean.
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A kilometer of sparkling sand, palm trees swaying over a snow-white beach, lush tropical plants, and the endless sun make Lanikai Beach one of the most picturesque beaches in Hawaii. The shore is protected by a series of coral reefs that hold back the waves. Always dark green aquatic, makes postcard photos perfect.
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The most popular beaches on Nantucket Island in the North Atlantic Ocean are Surfside and Children’s. The waters here are relatively calm, and there is a lot of sand on which you can sunbathe or build sand figures. Madaket Beach is famous for its strong surf and sunsets that must not be missed. Quidnet Beach offers beautiful views of the Sankaty Head lighthouse.
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Located on Queensland's sunny coast, 259 kilometers northeast of Brisbane's, Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world and home to a beautiful beach. Fraser Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an environmentalist's dream - 1,664 square kilometers of pristine natural paradise. Jungle with 1000 year old trees grow among the sand. On the island you can find accommodation for any type of tourists, from backpackers and environmental enthusiasts to people who like to relax in comfort.
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One of many islands in the Caribbean, St. Barth stands out for its blend of French chic and island tranquility. Beautiful secluded beaches, excellent French cuisine and hospitable hotels - this tropical paradise is popular with the "cream of society." On a thirteen-kilometer island, there are 20 beaches and small bays for swimmers and sunbathers on white sand.
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The island "Langkawi" is often called the "land of desires", which is somewhat contrary to the historical origin of the island as a well-known refuge for pirates. Langkawi has since become a place for the modern traveler who wants to escape from civilization. If your desires go beyond rest on deserted white sand beaches and extend into green forests, then Langkawi is the best place to go. Datai Bay, located on Pulau Langkawi, is a heavenly haven on the Andaman Sea.
10. Kauna "oa Bay, Hawaii
Located on the Kohala Coast of the large “Aloha State” island, Kauna Bay is the quintessential Hawaii. A four-hundred-meter-long beach with white sand, palm trees and clear blue water spans a crescent moon on one of the islands of the Hawaiian archipelago. Bathing at night, you can see huge ramps floating in the sea.
One of the most beautiful beaches in the world and, according to the authoritative opinion of National Geographic, takes first place in the ranking of beaches. The pale pink sand of the beach of Sourse d "Arzhan (Anse Source d" Argent - translated as "Silver Source") on the island of La Digue, which is part of the 115 islands of the Seychelles archipelago and is located in the western Indian Ocean. The beach on the island of La Digue is one of the most photographed beaches in the world, his photographs can be seen in countless travel magazines.
To say about the beach that it is magnificent is almost nothing to say! Amazingly clear turquoise water, witha hut that you can observe the diverse fauna of the Indian Ocean, noisy foam waves caressing soft white sand and beautiful palm trees giving coolness from the hot sun.
2. Navagio Beach
Navagio Beach is located in an isolated sandy bay on the island of Zakynthos, in Greece on the Ionian Islands. You can only get to Zakynthos by boat. Navagio is one of the main symbols of relaxation in Greece, it often appears on postcards. Navagio is limestone cliffs, white sand, the blue sea and traces of past shipwrecks. No wonder this stunning beach attracts thousands of tourists every year.
3. The Baths
Bathtub Beach is located at the southern tip of Virgin Gord, the third largest island in the British Virgin Islands archipelago. Huge granite boulders lie on the beach, forming spectacular tunnels and grottoes that are open to the sea at high tide. Some shafts in diameter reach 12 meters. The clear sea is ideal for snorkeling. Bathtubs are an area of \u200b\u200bunique geological formations.
4. Tapatei (Tapuaetai)
Tapatei Island on the southern outskirts of Aitutaki Atoll, which is part of the Cook Islands. The beach was awarded the "Australia and Oceania Leading Beach" title at the World Travel Awards held in Sydney.
5. The Golden Horn (Zlatni Rat)
Golden Horn (Golden Cape) is one of the most famous beaches in Europe and one of the main tourist attractions in Croatia. Located near the town of Bol on the south coast of the island of Brac, the Golden Horn, it is a narrow white pebble beach. Pine tree the grove that borders the beach is the location for the restvillas Rustica, Roman times.
6. Oludeniz (Oludeniz)
Oludeniz is a small village located on the southwest coast of Turkey on the shores of the Aegean Sea. It has a secluded sandy bay at the mouth of Oludeniz. This beach is famous for its turquoise sea and is one of the most photographed beaches in the Mediterranean.
7. Trunk Bay
Trunk Bay Beach is located in the National Park on St. John's Island, United States Virgin Islands. It is rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
8. Maya Bay
Maya Bay is a shallow bay surrounded by a ring of steep limestone cliffs on the island of Phi Phi Leh, the second largest island of the Phi Phi archipelago. Maya Bay beach became world famous after the release of the movie "Beach" with Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000.
9. Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach is located on Trinity Island, the largest island in the Trinity Group of Islands. The beach is almost 6 km long and consists of very fine white sand, it is 98% pure silicon. The sand is actually so clean that it was used to make the lens of the Hubble telescope.
10. Tulum Beach
Beautiful view of the sea, palm trees, the sun! The atmosphere of tropical paradise, turquoise sea and fine, white sand.Tulum is located on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Here once was the main port of the Mayan people in Koba. The beach is 6 kilometers from the city of Tulum, Mexico.
Water occupies 71% of the Earth’s area, so beach lovers can afford any quirk - from crescent-moon beaches with pearl sand to bays in which azure water splashes fish of all colors of the rainbow. National Geographic Magazine selected the best beaches in the world. In total, 21 beaches were included in the official rating, which will make even experienced travelers hold their breath with delight. All beaches are divided into several categories, so that it is easier for you to choose the most suitable option for a vacation.
Wonderful natural beaches
21. Playa del Armor, Islas Marietas, Mexico
An almost imperceptible passage from the sea provides access to a secret beach. A giant stone hemisphere with a hole through which the sun penetrates inside closes it from prying eyes from above. The beach is located in a national park and can be visited by no more than six people at a time.
20. Cathedral Beach, Ribadeo, Spain
The beach near Ribadeo is surrounded by impressive rock formations, most reminiscent of the columns of a Gothic cathedral. The beach is a favorite place for tourists to walk, but it is worth remembering that during high tide it is completely covered by water.
19. Anse Source d’Argent, La Digue, Seychelles
Fancy-shaped rocks turned by water, turquoise waters, white sand and palm trees - this beach seemed to have come down from an advertising card. It is no wonder that Anse Source d’Argent often takes first place in the ranking of the most frequently photographed beaches on the planet.
Quiet beaches - shelters
18. Tapuaetai, Aitutaki, Cook Islands
When you look at this beach in your imagination, “Robinson” by Daniel Defoe immediately pops up. The island was simply created for the wrecked sailors - it was not for nothing that it was where he shot the 13th season of the American show Survivor, the franchise of which was filmed The Last Hero. “One trace”, which is exactly how the name of the island is translated from Maori, can be bypassed in 15 minutes, but you should not rush.
17. Sunset Beach, North Carolina, United States
The sunset beach got its name for a reason - every evening the setting sun paints the sky and water with fantastic flowers. And there is already about fifty years old there is a mailbox where on the notebooks inside many visitors exchanged joys, desires and all that touched their souls.
16. Lazy Beach, Rongsanlenm, Cambodia
Reed-covered bungalows, crystal clear waters and silky sand make it so pleasant to wander slowly through palm groves, doze off in hammocks, and let the whole world wait. If the soul asks for something more active, you can jump into a wooden boat in Kampongsaom and go on a two-hour tour of the Gulf of Thailand.
The best beaches for shell lovers
15. Bowman’s Beach, Sanibel Island, Florida, USA
The dream of sea creature hunters! Here they are full - and large spiral shells, and small flat ones, and skeletons of sea urchins, and pieces of limestone with imprints of antiquities - all this is carried in abundance on the beach of Sanibel island in the Gulf of Mexico.
14. Shell Beach, Shark Bay, Australia
On the 14th line of the top 21 best beaches on Earth is a place entirely covered with tiny snow-white shells. In some places, the depth of the shell layer reaches 9-10 meters! The beach is classified by UNESCO as natural objects of world significance.
13. Lime Regis, County Dorset, England
A favorite place of pilgrimage for beginner paleontologists or just tourists who came to see the ammonites and other marine creatures that lived more than 180 million years ago and turned into stone.
Beaches for relaxation with a four-legged friend
12. Cannon Beach, Oregon, USA
In Oregon's coastal zone, stretching over 400 miles, most beaches allow owners to bring dogs with them. It is unlikely that the pet will appreciate the beauty of the solitary Haystack mountain rising above the sea, but he will definitely like the dog show, which is held here every October.
11. Carmel City Beach, California, USA
It is difficult to say who gets more pleasure on the beach - animals frolicking on the border of sand and sea, which can be lowered here from the leash, or their owners.
10. Beach near the city of Noordwijk, Netherlands
Immediately after the tulip fields of South Holland, between Amsterdam and The Hague, the coastal city of Noordwijk arranged a special beach where the owners can relax and swim with their four-legged friends. There are many restaurants and hotels nearby where dogs are allowed.
The most colorful beaches in the world
9. Papacolea, Hawaii
Papacolea beach owes its color to the tiny olivine crystals that the sea washes from the nearby tuff cone of Puu Mahan over 49 thousand years old. Getting here is not easy - you have to walk two miles. But isn't it worth the effort spent admiring one of the few green sand beaches in the world?
8. Reinisfjara, Iceland
On sunny days, this beach looks amazing. It is composed of ink-black basalt sand and shines dazzlingly in the sun. However, swimming is not easy here - the waves are so strong that they can knock a person down.
7. Pink Beach, Grande Island Santa Cruz, Philippines
The Philippines has many stunning beaches, but this one stands out from all its color - the sand on it is mixed with many small fragments of scarlet coral. Those wishing to enjoy nature should remember that the number of tourists who can visit the attraction per day is limited. The beach is included.
Scuba diving
6. Pelicanius Beach, Belize
On the Pelican beach, in just a few minutes, you can reach the coral reef and study its colorful inhabitants in detail - after all, the bottom is no more than six meters.
5. Blue Bay, Mauritius
In the waters of Blue Bay is a national natural marine park. It covers an area of \u200b\u200bmore than 3.5 square kilometers.
4. Cas Abao, Curacao
The lagoon of Cas Abao beach is surrounded on three sides by reefs. And between them abundant representatives of marine life - corals, tropical fish, sponges, sea turtles and many, many others.
The best beaches for walking along the promenade
3. Sleeping Bear, Michigan
The tourist route along the coast of crystal clear Lake Michigan offers views of some of the most beautiful landscapes in America. And a short distance from the beach are Manitou Islands, a favorite place for Americans to go camping.
2. Pisinas Beach, Sardinia
A picturesque and constantly changing place, the main formative element of which is the mistral - a strong and cold north wind, under the influence of which sand is collected in the dunes. Their height can reach 60 meters. Wildness of olive trees, juniper bushes and many rare flowers dilute the uniformity of the sandy surface. Here it is good to indulge in philosophical thoughts, observing the constantly changing world around, the world of sand, clouds and waves.
1. Beach de la Corniche, La Test de Bouche, France
The first number on the beach chart is the best beach in the world for lovers of paragliding. It is located on a spacious (500 meters wide and 2.5 km long) and steep coastal slope (108 meters high) covered with sand. It is surrounded by pine groves, where it is so pleasant to walk, enjoy the views of the sea and breathe in the clean forest air.
Make the words “children” and “rest” in one sentence, and you will certainly come to mind a long strip of clear sand washed by the calm blue waters of a warm and clear sea. Kids really enjoy spending hours on the beach building sand castles, running in and running out 10 times a minute into the sea, jumping over the waves and enjoying a mix of freedom, sun and ice cream. It's time to find out the top 10 beaches that can give a lot of fun, joy and pleasant memories, which would be enough for a whole year ahead.
Cattolica, Emilia Romagna, Italy
The beaches of the Adriatic coast of Italy have never been awarded the status of "best", good - and nothing more. However, recently the situation has begun to change. For example, the cozy Cattolica is now considered one of the ideal options for families with children. A clear sea, a gentle entry into the water and simply an uncountable amount of entertainment for children throughout the coast and in the city itself is direct evidence of this.
Elafonisi, Crete, Greece
The ideal landscapes of this beach could well have appeared to you in a dream ... Calm waters, fantastic sand, a tiny island opposite, which is so interesting to explore during the sultry lunch hours, as well as the gentle sun, the child’s happy eyes, and the next vacation, are ready to bet you will spend it in Crete.
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Coronado Island, San Diego, California
Not just a beach, but a whole “water world”, this perfect sandy coast near the Coronado Hotel in San Diego is the best suited for families with children. Unlike all the other beaches of San Diego, it is forbidden to drink alcohol. The nearest noisy and dangerous water sports, such as bikes, are 15 miles down the coast. Do not think for a long time: running on a ferry to spend a perfect day on this beach with kids.
Bophut and Chaweng, Koh Samui, Thailand
Thailand boasts simply a myriad of beautiful beaches, so it is decidedly impossible to choose the best here. But we will try. Bophut Beach, which is 19 miles north of Chaweng, may well deserve this title, thanks to its perfect sand and gentle entry into the water. But still here, perhaps, is too quiet for the children. But Chaweng, offering its vacationers delicious eateries, entertainment of all sorts and a lot of kids from around the world for joint games, deserves the status of "the best beach for families with children."
Calvi, Corsica, France
The long sandy beach of Calvi, which gradually descends to the amazing azure waters, good infrastructure and lots of pretty towns around for midday excursions - this is what makes this beach ideal for families with children.
Palolem, Goa, India
Unlike other popular beaches of Goa, such as Benaulim, Colva, Calangute or Anjuna, the coast of Palolema is located in a small sheltered bay, due to which a calm and comfortable lagoon that has no analogues from Kerala to Mumbai is sheltered here.
Luxurious sand, well-developed infrastructure, as well as many hotels and restaurants that are designed specifically for family tourists - are available.
Crandon Park Beach, Miami, USA
A huge long sandy beach in the shape of a lagoon, calm waters, well-developed infrastructure and plenty of entertainment - for many years, Miami has been steadily holding onto the top 10 best resorts for families with kids.
St Georgios, Naxos island, Greece
In walking distance from the miniature capital of the island of Naxos Chora, is the beach of St. George - one of the best in all of Greece. And its azure, crystal clear waters make this place ideal for families with children. Naxos, like all the islands of the Cyclades, can offer a ton (maybe hundreds) of magnificent beaches for kids of all ages - from infants to teenagers, but this one remains a favorite from year to year.
Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Turned away from the harsh Caribbean winds, this beach offers a perfectly calm sea for children of all ages. The island of Isla Mujeres, located near the popular Mexican resort of Cancun, offers to leave the noisy hotel complexes on the mainland to enjoy the pure white sand on this island of peace, the name of which translates very elegantly - “Island of Women”.
A beach holiday is one of the most effective ways to relieve stress after busy weekdays, improve your health, and, of course, admire the beautiful expanses of the sea. On our planet there are a huge number of wonderful picturesque sea shores. Of course, to visit each of them is simply impossible: hardly even the most inveterate travels have so much time and energy for such a task. However, there are at least 10 of the best beaches in the world that are worth seeing with your own eyes.
# 1 Anse Source d "Argent
Location: La Digue, Seychelles
If you type in the query “Beautiful Beach” in any search engine, then you will definitely see photographs of this amazing place. Due to the incredible combination of smooth rounded rocks and beautiful white sand, Anse Source d "Argent beach has become especially popular with photographers of any skill level. Professional photos of this beach are more like 3D computer fantasies of an unfamiliar and beautiful planet than a real shot.
Anse Surs d "Arzhan is wonderful for a full sea holiday: here you can swim, sunbathe under the hot tropical sun, and also take your own pictures of the famous coast.
An undoubted advantage is the fact that there are never high storm waves. Due to its favorable location under the protection of a massive reef, the water here remains calm at any time of the year and in any weather. Please note that the beach is located on the territory of the L Union Union conservation park. At the entrance to the reserve, you must purchase an entrance ticket worth one hundred rupees. Experienced travelers are advised not to throw away the purchased tickets, as you can go to the beach an unlimited number of times.
No. 2 Hidden Beach
Location: Las Marietas Islands, Mexico
Holidays on this famous beach are popular not only due to the clear transparent water and snow-white sandy strip. Here you can get an unforgettable experience, comparable to visiting an interesting water park or Disney Land. Imagine a picturesque sea lake at the bottom of a huge pit. It is as if you find yourself in the mouth of a giant volcano, where instead of lava you are met by a warm and gentle sea. And to get to the beach, you need to make an exciting boat trip through a picturesque underground cave, half flooded with water.
Due to the status of a protected reserve, the environmentally friendly natural resources have been preserved on the islands of Las-Marietas. Here, encounters with dolphins, whales and giant sea ramps are not uncommon. However, you can come to this wonderful corner only for one day. There are no hotels, restaurants and clubs on the reserved islands: any construction is prohibited by the Mexican government.
No.3 7 Mile Beach
Location: Negril, Jamaica
The name of the famous 7 Mile beach is translated into Russian as "Seven Miles." Indeed, a snow-white sand strip stretches here along the Caribbean Sea for seven miles, that is, almost 11 kilometers. It is hard to imagine how one beach can be so huge and long. Seven Mile Beach is rightfully considered one of the longest and most beautiful sea resorts on the planet, constantly falling into the ranking of the best beaches in the world. From all sides the coast is surrounded by picturesque rocky cliffs.
Only on Seven Mile Beach can you find a unique combination of modern, comfortable hotels and prestigious expensive restaurants with ancient Jamaican culture. Festivals of traditional local dances and songs are often held there.
No.4 Maya Bay
Location: Phi Phi Island, Thailand
Maya Bay was included in the list of the best beaches in the world thanks to the Hollywood epic film "Beach", which was shot in these picturesque places. Maya Bay is a sea bay hidden behind high cliffs. Due to this unusual location, inside the gulf travelers are met by the incredibly cozy atmosphere of the miraculous pool. Before Maya Bay you can go from the main pier of the island of Phi Phi by boat. The best months to visit are considered the season from November to April, when there are no tropical showers in Thailand, and every day there is a clear cloudless weather. Going to Maya Bay after watching the “Beach”, you should not expect that it will be as calm and quiet here as in a movie. Every day, the bay is visited by hundreds of tourists from all over the world. Thus, you can immerse yourself in a secluded atmosphere only in the early morning or late evening.
No. 5 Bells Beach
Location: Victoria, Australia
Bels Beach is suitable for surf lovers. It is on this picturesque coast, starting in 1961, that Rip Curl Pro is held - one of the most prestigious competitions in this fascinating sport. Surfers gather here from the first days of March to the last weeks of August. It is during this period that high powerful waves are always available here.
No. 6 Maho
Location: island of Saint Martin, Caribbean
The unique Maho Beach is world famous for being in close proximity to the airport runway. Millions of tourists from all over the world come here every year to experience the extreme sensations: what it feels like to be under the turbines of a jet plane. In addition to such an unusual “attraction”, the beach is famous for its beautiful sandy strip and clear azure sea. Fans of a relaxing holiday on a paradise tropical island can visit neighboring resorts away from the airport. There is no constant roar of turbines, but you can enjoy the best sandy beaches in the world, such as Mullet Bay (Mallet Bay) or Orient Beach (Orient Beach). Since one half of the island belongs to the Netherlands and the other to France, it is best to get to the famous island by flights with transfers in Amsterdam or Paris.
No. 7 China Beach
Location: Danang, Vietnam
Among the best beaches in the world, China Beach should undoubtedly be present. This beach, located near the Vietnamese city of Danang, has become world famous for its azure sea surface and very fine clean sand. Having departed quite a bit from the coast, you can stroll among the exotic tropical gardens, as well as order delicious seafood dishes in cozy restaurants. In addition, next to China Beach are the best five-star hotels in Vietnam.
No. 8 Paradise Beach
Location: Mykonos island, Greece
Paradise Beach on Minokos Island is a wonderful place to relax on the Aegean. It is here that the famous Tropicana Beach Bar (Tropicana Beach Bar) is located - one of the best beach bars in the world.
The name "Paradise Beach" translates as "Paradise Beach", and these are not empty words. The cleanest sea, remoteness from major highways and industrial enterprises, well-developed tourist infrastructure. Every month, incendiary crowded discos are held here, called the "full-moon party" - full moon parties.
No. 9 Papacolea
Location: Hawaiian Islands
Papacolea is one of the top best beaches in the world due to its unusual and unique colors. Sea sand is mixed here with volcanic rocks. Scientists believe that this is a consequence of a volcanic eruption that happened more than ten thousand years ago. Today, thousands of tourists from different countries come to Papacolea beach to admire the bizarre overflows of green and red shades of the famous coast.
No. 10 Clifton beaches
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
The African resort town of Cape Town is among the top 10 best beaches in the world according to the international publication National Geographic. Here are located about 20 gorgeous sea beaches, which are known under the general name Clifton Beach. The coastal strip is framed by majestic mountains and tropical forests. Rocks reliably protect the resort area from strong waves and gusty winds. Travelers can stay in one of the luxury villas with stunning views of the sea.