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It's their unique shapes that have made these islands famous tourist destinations worldwide.
There are hundreds of thousands of different natural islands in the world, each with its own fascinating characteristics. However, not every island has unique shapes like the 12 islands below. Thanks to their impressive shapes, these islands have become attractions that draw tourists from all over the world.
1. Helicopter Island, Philippines
Dilumacad Island, discovered in El Nido, Palawan, resembles a giant helicopter on the blue sea. As you approach the body of the helicopter, you'll admire towering green cliffs. Looking from the tail of the helicopter, you'll enjoy the romantic scenery of the blue sea and white sandy beaches.
2. Turtle Island, Taiwan
Guishan Island in the waters of Taiwan is like a giant turtle that floats but doesn't swim amidst the vast ocean. Formed after a volcanic eruption in Taiwan, it's also the largest island in the country. Guishan is renowned for whale-watching activities for tourists visiting the island.
3. Heart Island, Fiji
Tavarua is a real heart-shaped island in the world, located right next to Fiji's main island. The island is surrounded by a vast coral reef, providing an incredibly romantic setting for the surrounding seas. When visiting the island, tourists can participate in various water activities such as surfing, diving, or kayaking.
4. Crocodile Island, Philippines
The Philippines is famous for its giant crocodiles, and coincidentally, this country also owns a large island shaped like a crocodile. The island is an ideal destination for diving enthusiasts and only takes a 20-minute boat ride from the famous Boracay destination in the Philippines.
5. Seahorse Cove, Galapagos, Ecuador
Covering an area of 4,640 square meters, Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos archipelago. It's also the youngest island here, approximately 1 million years old. Besides resembling a seahorse, the island is also known as a haven for a large population of wild sea turtles.
6. Smiley Island, Malaysia
From Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia, you can take a flight to admire the breathtaking scenery from above of three islands: Manukan, Mamutik, and Sulug, with their charming smiley face on the sea. These islands also boast stunning beaches and coral reefs, making them a perfect destination for sightseeing and diving enthusiasts.
7. Moon Island, Hawaii, USA
Molokini is the only island in Hawaii with a marine reserve featuring mesmerizing coral reefs, over 200 species of fish, and rare hammerhead sharks. Additionally, the moon-shaped island harbors over 50 different plant species planted along the slopes surrounding the island. Visitors can also observe many unique bird species concentrated on the island's slopes.
8. Phallic Island, Fiji
Mavuva Island in Fiji is renowned for its rather sensitive shape. Phallic Island is part of the world's third-largest coral reef, the Great Sea Reef, and is home to various marine species.
9. Boomerang Island, Spratly Islands
The island, shaped like a boomerang, is a part of the disputed Spratly Islands in the sea between the Philippines, Malaysia, and southern Vietnam. This area comprises over 650 coral reefs, small islands, ring islands, low islands, and large islands. The island is currently in dispute among several nations due to its unique shape and extensive reserves of fossil fuels.
10. Fish Island, Croatia
If you happen to visit Croatia, don't miss the opportunity to admire the marvelous beauty of the Brijuni archipelago, consisting of 14 small islands located in the northern Adriatic Sea. This area also hosts many valuable cultural and archaeological relics, with around 200 dinosaur footprints discovered on one island. Additionally, Gaz Island in the archipelago is famous for its adorable fish-shaped appearance.
11. Dolphin Island, Italy
Sirenuse is the name of an archipelago resembling a dolphin in the northern waters of Italy. The archipelago is named after the Greek mermaid, rumored to have frequented the area and enchanted King Ulysses on his way back home.
12. Pizza Island, Portugal
Viewed from above, the paradise island of Vila Franca do Campo in Portugal's waters resembles a giant slice of pizza. However, the island is actually a volcanic crater in the sea with a round water lake inside.
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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour
MytourOctober 23, 2015
