The world has beautiful, fantastic places and it would be great if we could take a year off to explore it at ease, wouldn't it? Among those dream destinations there are many natural pools, ponds, wells, holes in the earth that in some way or another have water and have become fantastic pools, typical of a dream world.
The good thing is that they exist, that you can meet them and that in many of them it is possible to swim, splash, cool off. There are many, but this is our selection of the best natural pools of the world.
Bahmah, Wadi Shab
This beautiful pool is in Oman, in the Hawiyat National Park, in the Dadab area. It is reached by car, on the road that connects Qurayat and Sur. It is simply a depression in the ground that is filled with water and according to the locals the hole was the product of a meteorite fall thousands and thousands of years ago. The hole is located about 200 meters off the coast of the Gulf of Oman.
There is a small parking and a changing place so he is prepared to receive visitors. The waters are crystal clear, mix of fresh and salt water, which gives it a beautiful turquoise hue, and all around the terrain is desert so it's a fantastic site.
Giola, in Greece
Giola is in Thassos and it is simply a rocky accident on the coast, near the village of Astris. The waters are those of the Aegean Sea, blue and somewhat cold, but they regularly flood the pond and as they park there there is a certain difference in temperature with respect to the sea.
It is a super popular destination, especially in summer.
The Queen's Bathroom, Hawaii
It is a site similar to the previous one, located on the shore of Kaua'i. The accident of the coast has formed a natural pond that is filled with ocean water and allows you to splash and swim in peace.
Even there is a waterfall, small but waterfall in the end, so many tourists choose to slide like a water slide towards the natural pool. A beauty, so keep it in mind if you visit Hawaii by chance.
To Sua, in Samoa
This site is near the village of Lotofaga, on the island of Upola, Samoa. Experts say it was formed by volcanic action. Today it is one of the most famous natural pools in the world to which they have even built a small pier and a ladder.
All around there are green gardens, very tropical, and the waters have colorful fish and crabs so everything adds charm.
Hillier Lake, Australia
It's not all about turquoise waters, how about swimming in pink waters? This is possible in Australia, on Lake Hillier in the state of Western Australia. The deep pinkish hue of its waters is believed to be due to a particular type of micro algae that inhabits the surrounding ocean floor.
Lake Hillier is like the Dead Sea in that it is safe to swim but quite difficult to get to. More, in fact, than the Dead Sea, which is quite touristy today. Australia is a huge country and more inhabited on the coast than inland so just you get here by sea cruise or helicopter. But is it worth it.
Bioluminescent Bay, in Puerto Rico
If we are going to swim in colored waters we can also do it in bright waters. It is the case of the bioluminescent lagoon most famous in the world, the one that is in Vieques, Puerto Rico. It is a well-known national postcard because it is at night that the micro organisms that swim in it turn on and turn the waters into a universe.
Pamukkale, Turkey
These terraces are located in Denizli and it is about terraces formed by carbonated minerals that are left by the thermal waters that emerge from the depths of the earth. It is known as the "cotton castle" and has existed for thousands of years and has received curious visitors.
The waters they are warm and rich in minerals so they serve as a spa.
Havasu Falls, United States
These waterfalls with their corresponding pond are in the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It is an oasis in the middle of extremely hot and desert terrain. There is a waterfall about 90 feet high that ends in a fairly large pond.
Due to the carbonated calcium content of the waters they have a vivid blue and greenish tone that contrasts perfectly with the reddish tone of the terrain around.
Hamilton Pond, United States
Here is another destination in the United States, in this case in the state of Texas. What happened here was that the floor collapsed and this natural pool was formed, which is surrounded by limestone walls and even contains a small waterfall.
Hamilton Pond is reached by a very scenic road so it is a very popular excursion. It is inside a park that is great hiking destination.
Devil's Pool, Zimbabwe
Although it may not seem like it there on the edge of one of the largest waterfalls in the world, Victoria Falls, a huge pond has formed. Right on the edge of the phenomenal plunge ...
There are guides that allow you to enter, take a photo and stay a while because it has been proven that it is fairly safe to do so. The photos are surreal indeed ...
Jellyfish Lake, Micronesia
This fantastic lake is in Palau, on the island of Eil Malk. It is a mirror of water full of these marine creatures, millions of golden jellyfish that migrate every day. They are not harmful to humans so snorkeling has become very popular among tourists. Do not miss it!
Fingal's Cave, Scotland
Finally this Scottish secret. On the island of Inner Hebrides, in Scotland, a cave with basalt columns in the best style of the popular Giant's Causeway off the coast of Northern Ireland. Is a cave with a lot of natural acousticsSince it is tall as a cathedral but in truth what summons us today is the pond that has formed inside. It is a marvel and you can get to know it by hiring a little cruise.
These are just some of the best natural pools in the world, there are many more, less and better known but without a doubt all very beautiful.