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Santorini----Red Beach

Santorini Red Beach is a famous tourist attraction in Greece, known for its unique red sand beach contrasting beautifully with the azure sea. ⛵ Location: Red Beach is located next to Acrotiri at the southern end of Santorini Island, a relatively secluded beach. ⛵ Formation: The red sand grains of Red Beach come from a deep red rock mountain nearby. The magnetite in the black volcanic rock has oxidized over a long period, turning the rock red. Its debris deposits gently in the waves, forming the red sand beach. ⛵ Beach Characteristics: The sand on Red Beach consists of red, black, and white colors, formed by volcanic rock and ash deposits mixed with white sand due to volcanic geology. The sand grains are relatively coarse, becoming coarser closer to the mountain and finer near the sea. ⛵ Scenic Features: Red Beach has large areas of red bare rock that look magical and dazzling under the sunlight, creating a striking contrast with the surrounding blue sea, forming a beautiful picture. ⛵ Visiting Tips: There is no direct bus to Red Beach, so renting a car is recommended. There are no beach chairs or vendors on the beach, so bring your own water and beach towel. Also, reaching Red Beach requires walking a mountain path, so it’s best to wear comfortable shoes. Switch your life to vacation mode In the clash of red and blue Collect a piece of the Mediterranean’s passion and gentleness
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