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.

lord howe lagoon, australia

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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.

northern lights at BLUE LAGOON 

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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.

pileh lagoon, thailand

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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.

jökulsárlón, iceland

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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.

giola lagoon, greece

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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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