Top 7 Beaches in the World

Several rankings have been produced in the past in an attempt to enlist the “Top 7 Beaches In The World.” This is a giant and difficult task and beaches have been ranked on the basis of various criteria like those with the best eye-arresting landscapes, those with most activities, best beach party destinations, most secluded and secret beaches, etc. Here, we attempt to classify the “Top 7 Beaches In The World” on the basis of uniqueness. Here, we mention beaches that find no parallel in other beaches of the world. The beaches are enlisted below:

1. The Baths, British Virgin Islands

A beach area with a unique landscape, the Baths is located on the Virgin Gorda islands of the British Virgin Islands. The area features unique geological formations and is one of the biggest tourist destinations in the region. The landforms of the area is a result of past volcanic activity and weathering. Here, granite boulders remain strewn along the land that is the result of weathering activities active for geologic ages in the area. The beach area is riddled with tidal pools, archers, scenic grottoes, tunnels, and more interesting landforms. The area is designated as a national park due to the extreme geologic significance of the area. Swimming and snorkeling are popular activities here.

2. Beach Of The Cathedrals, Spain

The Spanish beach, the As Catedrais beach, also known as Praia de Augas Santas or the ‘Beach of the Holy Waters’ is a beach to be visited by those who seek to discover the jaw-dropping wonders of the world. The beach is located in the Ribadeo municipality of the region. The beach provides a spectacular sight with natural arches and caves that can be seen only during low tide. During high tide also the beach can be accessed for swimming. During low tide, the Beach of the Cathedrals is a place that inspires the awe, and one can wander along the magnificent sea caves and majestic cliffs. The caves occur in a variety of sizes from small cracks in the rocks to massive openings. Sand corridors between rocky blocks, tall rocky arches, dozen-meters-long caves and other geologic wonders meet the eye of those visiting this beach.

3. Boulders Beach, South Africa

Located near Cape Point, Cape Town in South Africa, Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach featuring inlets between massive granite boulders. The beach is part of the Table Mountain National Park and is famous for its colony of African penguins which settled here in 1982. The beach is a favorite destination for wildlife lovers and birdwatchers. From only two penguins in 1982, the colony has grown to about 3,000 now. Visitors to the beach are allowed to watch the penguins closely with the help of a boardwalk that takes them to within a few meters of the birds without disturbing them. However, the permit is not granted to land on the beach with the penguins though visitors can enjoy beach activities in adjacent beaches.

4. Arpoador, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

For those who love city beaches that thrive with life, the beach in Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is definitely the place to be. Arpoador is highly popular as a surf spot in the city since the rock outcropping acts as stable left breakers that are 7 to 8 feet high. During midsummer, the beach thrives with people during sunset time to watch the sun go down the horizon amidst cheering by the crowds. The beach is also ideal for long walks in the fresh sea breeze. One can stop by at the various beach-side cafes and eateries for a quick coffee or snack during such leisurely walks. The beach is brightly lit after sunset and is known for its dynamic nightlife, beach parties, and other fun activities.

5. The Beaches Of Goa

Goa in India is a tourist hotspot visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists from all corners of the globe. The region has beaches of all kinds that can satisfy the needs of all types of tourists. Goa’s beaches are sunny and sandy with greenery forming the backdrop and the blue waters of the ocean washing the shores. Goa’s beaches offer a variety of aqua sports like kneeboarding, kayaking, wakeboarding, paddle boarding, waterskiing, scuba diving, and more. Dolphin viewing is also a popular activity here. Goa’s beaches are also famous for a thriving nightlife, numerous cafes and bars, beach parties, beach festivals and more. Both luxury hotels and affordable ones are available in the region allowing tourists from all walks of life enjoy their stay in this coveted beach destination in India.

6. Koekohe Beach, New Zealand

Koekohe Beach of New Zealand is famous for its Moeraki Boulders. These boulders are large and spherical that lie along a stretch of the Koekohe Beach on the Otago coast of New Zealand. Local legends associate these boulders with the wreck of the Arai-te-uru, a canoe which carried the ancestors of the Ngāi Tahu people. In the current times, the beach and its unique boulders are one of the top tourist destinations in the world.

7. Glass Beach, California

A beach like no other, Glass Beach, located in California’s MacKerricher State Park near Fort Bragg is famous for its sea glass deposits along the beach. The site was originally used for dumping waste like glass materials, vehicle parts, etc. The dumping was stopped in 1967 after which clean-up operations were implemented to rid the beach of non-biodegradable materials. Nature handled the rest and created beauty out of waste. As the waves of the sea pounded the shores, the glass and pottery were broken down and weathered into round pebble-like particles of varying colors. Today, Glass Beach stands out for its unique beauty where the glass pebbles shine like jewels on the beach.

Gurdwaras in India is a religious place for Sikhs. The word Gurdwara stands for ‘guru – dwara’ which means through or by means of guru and can also be called ‘the gateway to guru’. A Gurdwara always keeps its doors open for people of all religions and faiths.

The objective is to find inner peace and unite with the Holy Spirit i.e. with god and the guru helps in this process of unison and achieving peace. All Gurdwaras have the holy book of Sikhs “Guru Granth Sahib Ji” placed in it which is the current guru of the Sikh religion. The origin of Sikhism and Gurdwaras started from the holy city of Amritsar, Punjab and now there are a large number of Gurdwaras all over the world where people of all religions visit and worship. Here is a list of the 10 most famous Gurdwaras in the world.