Our beloved planet has not finished telling us all its secrets. Nature will always surprise us, even if certain events become recurrent and well known throughout the world. Whether it is volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, or tsunamis, we all know what it looks like. Some things, however, remain both sublime and strange. It is these extraordinary natural phenomena that we are going to unveil for you!
1 – The Glowworm Cave in New Zealand, a breathtaking show
If you are going to New Zealand, don’t skip the visit of the Glowworm Cave in Waitomo. This unusual spot will offer you a breathtaking walk in the heart of the Earth, 10 meters deep. Aboard a small boat, you will be stunned by the extraordinary natural phenomenon taking place before your eyes. The cave is an hour from the city of Hamilton. Its walls are covered with glowworms that make this unique place otherwordly.
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2- The Spotted Lake in Canada, an extraordinary and highly surprising natural phenomenon
It is in Osoyoos, British Columbia, that you will find a lake as strange as it is beautiful. The Spotted Lake is a body of water composed of a multitude of mysterious holes. This natural phenomenon is explained by its composition in minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sulfate, and sodium sulfate. Depending on the mineral density, the holes change color. For a long time, the lake was known for its therapeutic virtues. British Columbia is known for its emerald-colored lakes. This one should amaze more than one adventurer!
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3 – The Incredible Bioluminescent Waves of a beach of the Maldives
In the heart of the Maldives archipelago, Mudhdhoo Island (also called Vaadhoo Island) hosts one of the most extraordinary natural phenomena on the planet on one of its beaches. Millions of bioluminescent microscopic organisms, called ostracods, accumulate on the seashore. Generally, they light up under the pressure of the waves and create a supernatural atmosphere. The Maldives are not the only ones to be able to enjoy this peculiarity of nature, as it also happens in Jamaica, San Diego, and even in Belgium! It’s a breathtaking show that will add even more magic to your stay on these idyllic islands.
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4 – The Great Blue Hole of Belize, a magnificent creation of nature
If you’re a diving enthusiast, you’ve probably already heard about sea holes. The one we present to you here is located 70 km from Belize City. In the heart of the turquoise waters, this gorgeous geological creation attracts exploration enthusiasts. Jacques-Yves Cousteau introduced it to the general public after his exploration in 1971. The Great Blue Hole of Belize goes as deep as 125m and has a diameter of 318m! It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. Many researchers came to refine the work of Commander Cousteau, to reveal all the secrets of this magnificent sea hole.
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5 – The Morning Glory Clouds, these rare and unique meteorological phenomena
Each year as autumn approaches, Australia witnesses one of the most unique and extraordinary natural phenomena in the world, the Morning Glory Cloud. It is the formation of gigantic clouds in the shape of a tube. This atmospheric reaction occurs in Northern Australia, more precisely in the Gulf of Carpentaria. If you are a glider fan, this may be an idea for your next trip because it is in the sky that the spectacle is most striking.
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6 – The Marianas Trench, the place of all mysteries
Imagine yourself underwater, but not at the bottom of your pool: at the deep end of the Pacific Ocean. A place where light no longer shines and where creatures as strange as they are fascinating live without ever having met Humans. This is where the Marianas Trench is located, almost 11 km deep below the surface of the water. Even if Mount Everest were placed at the bottom of the pit, its summit would not reach the outside air. This extraordinary natural phenomenon was created, according to scientists, more than 180 million years ago! Only a few men have ventured into these abyssal depths, including director James Cameron in 2012.
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7 – The Naga Fireballs, mystical and extraordinary natural phenomena
Above Lake Mekong in Thailand, an extraordinary natural phenomenon occurs every year during the rainy season. Fireballs emerge from the waters of the lake and shoot up to the sky. This event also takes place on the rivers and other lakes of the Thai province of Nong Khai. Thai people gather to admire the breathtaking view. It is to the giant Naga snake living in the waters of the river that the Buddhist tradition credits this phenomenon. According to the legend, he sends these fireballs to pay homage to Buddha. At the moment, no scientific theory has been verified, so let’s let our imagination run wild!
All over the world, strange phenomena occur and make some spots unusual and extraordinary. If you want to discover more, download the Bobee Spot application, and make your travels magical and unique!