Natural Phenomena Around the World: They Look Out Of This World

                       

Glowing Beach (Maldives and Jervis Bay)

Maldivian coastlines shine in the dark at night. This is made possible by a process called bioluminescence.

When under stress or in turbulent water, bioluminescent creatures release light. The end product is a radioactive-looking fairy dust sprinkle that glows in the dark.

You may see the bioluminescence phenomena a little closer to home in Jervis Bay. The sea sparkles are best observed in complete darkness.

Aurora (Australia, Tasmania)

"Celestial ballet of light dancing" has been used to describe the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). But few people are aware that Tasmania may truly provide a view of its southern counterpart, the Aurora Australis. 

The sky is lit by an equally lovely natural light that flashes green and purple. While you can view the Southern Lights year-round, your best opportunity is between May and August in Cockle Creek, Tasmania.

Pink Lakes (South and West Australia)

The blue-pink Lake Hillier in Western Australia is a natural phenomenon, even though it appears to be an extremely spectacular gender reveal. 

The waters have a strong bubblegum tint due to the high salt content. Lake MacDonell in South Australia and Hut Lagoon in Western Australia are two further Instagram-worthy pink lakes in Australia.

Sakurajima Dirty Thunderstorms (Japan)

The ferocity of hell is unlike a filthy thunderstorm. Volcanic lightning is what is referred to as "dirty thunderstorms." They happen when a volcano's ejecta contains positively charged material.

The end effect is a breathtaking eruption of lava and volcanic lightning. In general, they're uncommon, however in Japan's Sakurajima volcano, they occur frequently.

Turquoise Ice (Lake Baikal, Russia)

The ice formations on Lake Baikal in Russia give new meaning to the phrase "crystal clear." Some of the cleanest, healthiest water on Earth can be found at Lake Baikal. During the winter, thick, translucent ice shards form when the lake freezes. 

They take on a turquoise colour similar to a jewel when the sunshine reflects off of them. The frozen lake is more than just pretty to look at. It is also sturdy. The thickness of the ice sheet might reach two metres. Even driving over, it is possible.

Forest of Knives (Madagascar)

Tsingy is a Malagasy phrase that approximately translates to "walk on tiptoes" or "where one cannot walk barefoot." When you see the forest of enormous limestone spikes, it all makes a lot of sense. You risk suffering severe agony if you take the wrong step on the needle-like formations.

Fortunately, there is a bridge you may stroll across in the national park. More than 150,000 hectares of granite pinnacles can be found within the reserve, some of which are about 800 metres high.

Hidden Beach (Playa del Amor, Mexico)

Mexico's "hidden beach" is located beneath a layer of rock and vegetation. If not seen from above, it isn't seen from the outside. This natural occurrence isn't entirely organic. Peephole Beach was developed by military explosive experimentation in the 1900s.

The Mexican Islands are covered in craters, pits, and caverns from explosive testing. The "secret beach" is only accessible by boat and is intended just for swimming and sunbathing. To reach the playa del Amor, travellers must swim across the water and under rocks.

Lenticular Clouds (Mount Fuji, Japan)

The lenticular clouds that are forming here resemble UFOs. They frequently form over mountain peaks when strong, rainy winds blow across unforgiving terrain. 

Lenticular clouds can appear anywhere; Mt. Fuji is only one of the most well-known locations. Additionally, they have been seen on Mount Rainier in Washington State and Mount Errigal in Ireland.

Lake Natron (Tanzania)

The blood-red waters of Lake Natron aren't what make it the spookiest. It can mummify animals as well. Animals that pass away and fall into Lake Natron do not decompose since the lake is so alkaline. 

The lake's deep red colour is produced by cyanobacteria in the water's photosynthesising pigment.

Blood Falls (Antarctica)

You'll be relieved to know that despite being the scene of a crime, this waterfall is not bleeding. Instead, a complicated chemical reaction that took place for 1.5 million years is what caused the unusual natural phenomena. 

The iron in the oxygen-rich saltwater turns a vivid crimson when it comes into touch with the oxygen.

Caño Cristales Liquid Rainbow (Colombia)

You could be excused for assuming that this photo was created by a photoshop whiz. The Cano Cristales River in La Macarena, Colombia is also known as the "River of Five Colors" and the "Liquid Rainbow." Depending on the lighting and water conditions, the river flows down in rich reds, yellows, greens, and purples. 

The phenomenon is brought on by the aquatic plant macarenia clavigera. The months of July through November are when the colours are most vibrant.

Rainbow Mountains (Zhangye Danxia National Geopark, China)

Zhangye National Geopark's mountaintop resembles the paint swatch wall at your neighbourhood Bunnings. Rainbows appear as thick, angular splashes.

 The rainbow mountains, which have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010, have retained their colour thanks to viewing platforms and pathways. These discourage visitors from walking straight on them.

A benefit of seeing the mountains from a distance is that you can appreciate their full beauty.

Frozen Methane Bubbles (Canada)

The formation of these ethereal blue bubbles is anything but beautiful, despite their enticing appearance. Methane is released by microbes feeding on decaying stuff at the lake's bottom, and it rises to the top. 

When the water freezes in the winter, the trapped bubbles become magical orbs. Methane is released into the atmosphere when the bubbles thaw and pop in the spring. This might be bad for the environment. However, at least they look nice, right?

Written By-Aasis Kaur

Edited By- Rumela Gupta