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Nugget & The Seawater Swimming Pools

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What's your biggest fear about bathing at the beach? Mine is being swept away by the waves...actually no, that's not true, #1 fear is definitely being bitten or eaten by a shark; I've seen Jaws. But being swept away is definitely fear #2 which is why I love these pools. Seawater swimming pools are rock pools formed by the forces of nature or even man made and are usually located near coastlines.
GIOLA LAGOON, THASSOS
This beautiful swimming pool was carved into the rocks of Thassos by nature to form the most exquisite seaside swimming pool. The turquoise pool is found near Astris on the island of Thassos, Greece and is separated from the Aegean Sea by a strip of rock. Diving from the terraced shaped rocks is the only method to access the pool. Thee pool measures approximately 20 meters wide and the rocks are 8 meters from the water surface. According to legend, Giola was the eye of Zeus which he used to watch over.
Photo credit: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/81698180717605796/
NATURAL LAVA POOL, PORTO MONIZ
The village of Porto Moniz does not have just one lava pool, but a whole group of pools interconnected together. The natural pools mark the point where molten lava met the Atlantic ocean years ago and are constantly filled by natural seawater. This attraction is found within the Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel Resort, Madeira, Portugal. As the waves beat upon the walls, clean, natural ocean water constantly fills the rock formation making it the finest location to bathe and swim in on the island.
Photo credit: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/522347256758484864/
EL CALETON DE GARACHICO, TENERIFE
The Canary Islands contains numerous natural swimming pools, varying in size and all created without human intervention. North of Tenerife, adjacent to the 16th century San Miguel Castle, El Caleton de Garachico is the most famous natural pool in the Canaries. The ocean water becomes trapped in the natural pool providing clear, blue waters for swimming. The site also offers bathers the chance to see a beautiful view of the Northern coastline and La Culata Cliffs.
Photo credit: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/322429654555172061/
AZENHAS DO MAR, SINTRA
Azenhas do Mar is a tiny coastal town in Sintra, Portugal. The surrounding seas are usually quite violent, but a shallow rock pool allows bathers to enjoy the seawater and atmosphere while being protected the ferocious waves. The seawater pool was formed  from volcanic activities and is tucked perfectly at the base of the town.
Photo credit: http://sintra-portugal.net/azenhas-do-mar/
LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Unlike the previous pools, the seaside pool of Laguna Beach, California was built by a homeowner many years ago. Nevertheless, the attempt to mimic the natural wonder is still beautiful. As the tide rises, the enclosed area becomes filled with seawater directly from the Pacific Ocean. The circular concrete border provides bathers with some shield from the harsh waves and cocoons them from the drifting into the rough coasts.
Photo credit: http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/southern-california/laguna-beach-birds-eye-view/
Although seawater swimming pools protect you from the violence of the oceans, there have been instances of people being taken by the waves when seas were extremely rough. For this reason, people are usually warned not to indulge in bathing in them when sea conditions are terrible. On the right days, these places are the perfect bathing spots. The colour of Giola Lagoon has made it my favourite one, it is so beautiful.  Know of anymore seawater swimming pools? Share them in the comment section below.


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  1. Shalima19 June 2017 at 10:41

    I could just dive in! ❤️

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  2. Ramki19 June 2017 at 19:05

    I want to go in all!!!! A-L-L. every one. especially Zeus eye lol #teamhades

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    1. Unknown19 June 2017 at 19:09

      ...team hades lol
      be careful when u visit zeus mr #teamhades

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  3. MR NUGGET 1119 June 2017 at 19:26

    Good day Nuggets. these are some really nice spots, but you should look at Queen Joan’s Baths, in Sorrento, Italy and maybe add it to your blog :)

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    1. Unknown19 June 2017 at 19:35

      I just googled it! It so nice! I can't believe I didn't see that one. I'll add it to this blog when I get a chance

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  4. Auto Frenzy19 June 2017 at 19:28

    I wanna go in the seaside pool in Laguna, California. It looks niceeeee

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    1. Unknown19 June 2017 at 19:35

      i want to go all auto! lol but yes, that one looks really nice

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  5. Unknown21 June 2017 at 18:45

    I'm not too much into the whole diving bit but anyone of those would be ideal for me to just relax and enjoy the fresh sea breeze and the awesome view ...need to win a lotto travel nugget to get to all those amazing places...😀

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    1. Unknown22 June 2017 at 00:45

      lol and there's a lot more nice places still to come

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  6. User Profile Private22 June 2017 at 00:56

    I'd love to stay at that resort at Porto Moniz and the one in Greece looks perfect for diving into

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  7. User Profile Private22 June 2017 at 01:00

    I love that you featured Portugal here, they're so wonderful and not very well-known as a tourist spot around the world

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  8. User Profile Private22 June 2017 at 01:09

    Greece looks lovely :)

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  9. User Profile Private22 June 2017 at 09:18

    Porto Moniz is my favourite

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  10. User Profile Private27 June 2017 at 15:01

    I can't choose!!! I want to visit all of these places <3 <3 <3

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    1. Unknown27 June 2017 at 15:13

      lol the water in Greece makes me want to go there first

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  11. User Profile Private29 June 2017 at 13:40

    these places are really fascinating

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    1. Unknown29 June 2017 at 13:41

      I'd prefer these more than an actual swimming pool

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  12. Unknown30 June 2017 at 16:54

    Giola Lagoon is everything tbh

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  13. User Profile Private30 June 2017 at 18:20

    These places looks so relaxing and the water is so pretty in greece

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    1. Unknown30 June 2017 at 18:20

      :) that's the one i hope to visit most!

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  14. User Profile Private3 July 2017 at 12:39

    These places are amazing! Take me to Greece! <3 <3

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    1. Unknown3 July 2017 at 12:43

      i don't think i've ever seen water that shade :) I wish I could go now

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  15. User Profile Private6 July 2017 at 17:29

    Take me to Portugal! amazing pics

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    1. Unknown16 July 2017 at 00:58

      thanks Adam. there's more pools in portugal but just stuck to the most popular ones

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  16. User Profile Private16 July 2017 at 00:58

    Is there anything in Greece that isn't completely beautiful and wonderful?!!

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    1. Unknown16 July 2017 at 00:59

      lol i don't believe so, everthing i've seen is so amazing

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    2. User Profile Private16 July 2017 at 00:59

      that's so true! I need to book my ticket but I may never want to return lol

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  17. Anastasia5 August 2017 at 19:23

    oh wow, never heard of these places
    definitely takes the fear away of being washed away lol

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