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7 Incredible Lagoons You Must Visit

8 AUG, 2023

Adhya Moona

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Lord Howe Island Marine Park consists of a large lagoonal reef system along its leeward side, with 28 small islets. It has a rare diversity of flora and fauna.

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Iceland's Blue Lagoon is the country's most visited attraction. It is where geothermal seawater creates unforgettable spa trips. A must visit when in Iceland.

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From the Blue Lagoon, tourists can also admire the Northern Lights. This turquoise blue lagoon is man-made.

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The Venetian lagoon is an enclosed bay of the Adriatic Sea, in northern Italy, in which the city of Venice is situated. 

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The Venetian lagoon surrounds Venice and other small islands. The lagoon is the largest wetland in the Mediterranean basin. 

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The Phi Phi Island's Pileh lagoon is near Phuket, Thailand. This lagoon is close to the beautiful Maya Bay beach. Visitors enjoy snorkelling and swimming in the Pileh lagoon.

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The best time to visit Pileh lagoon is between November and May. The turquoise blue waters here are calm and clear. The lagoon offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

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Jökusárlón is a glacial lagoon bordering Vatnajökull National Park in southeastern Iceland. Its still blue waters are dotted with icebergs.

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Giola is a rock formation that creates a natural pool where people can swim. It is located in the region of Astris. Tourists consider this quite an instagrammable spot.

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Aitutaki is an island in the Cook Islands. Aitutaki lagoon is one of the world's most stunning coral lagoons. It is filled with colourful, tropical fish and sea turtles.

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