The world is full of surprising things, such as unusual natural arches. Natural bridges, also known as natural arches, are naturally formed arch-like structures that resemble bridges.
They seem to transport people to another world. Here are a few of the most beautiful ocean arches shaped by nature.
1. Temple of Batu Bolong
Batu Bolong Temple is a beautiful natural arch temple located in Bali, Indonesia, near the Indian Ocean coast. It is also one of the most sought-after tourist attractions.
2. Antofagasta Arch, Chile
One of the most scenic natural arches on earth is located on the coast of Chile, where the Antofagasta Arch reaches out to sea and is completely surrounded by seawater. The closest residence to the natural monument is the city of Antofagasta, La Portada, one of Chile's 15 nationally protected natural sites. The arch has a height of 43 meters and a span of about 70 meters respectively. The natural strata are based on black andesite, around which many deposits of stone and sand have been formed over millions of years.
3. Milos Island Beach
The beaches of Milos Island are the most popular tourist attraction in Greece. Thanks to the many ocean arches, dazzling white stones, and rocks with turquoise and emerald colored water. The volcanic soil of the island creates a spectacle that surpasses any fantasy.
4. Dudlemen England
Duddell's Gate is one of the most iconic sights of the Jurassic Coast. It is a natural arch formed by a layer of hard limestone that stands almost vertically above the sea. It belongs to the Velda family and is located in Dorset, covering an area of about 50 kilometers, and is known as the Larvos estate.
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5. Sidi Ifni Beach, Morocco
Sidi Ifni Beach is a wild beach in Morocco, this beach is characterized by its unusual natural arch. However, on September 23, 2016, the tides destroyed it.
6. Arch Islands, Tasman Beach
Arch Islands is a group of rock piles in the South Island of New Zealand. Tasman Beach is connected to the natural ocean arch, located in the northern part of New Zealand. It is visited by many people every day. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in this country.
7. Cabo San Lucas Baja California
Cabo San Lucas Baja California - Symbol of the city of Los Cabos, Mexico, the unique arch of Cabo San Lucas, a rock formation at the junction of the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California, is fractured at the base of its granite due to a poorly ventilated granite channel. The time of its collapse is foretold in an uncertain future.
8. The Azure Window of Malta
The Azure Window is a very beautiful 28-meter sea arch. It is located near the island of Gozo in Malta. It is believed that the process of its formation took about 500 years. It was one of the most visited maritime arches in the world before it was completely destroyed in a storm on March 8, 2017.
9. Hopewell Cliffs, Canada
The Hopewell Cliffs with Sea Arch are located on the shore of the Bay of Fundy. They range in height from 12 to 21 meters. Many tourists come here every day to visit this natural wonder.
