20 of the world’s most beautiful natural pools

Located on the Galapagos, Las Grietas is a place where ocean water creates a natural pool between two volcanic crevices. There’s also a coral reef underneath, so you can both swim or go snorkelling here.

Located on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, Fairy Pools are a truly magnificent sight. A series of waterfalls from the Cuillin Mountains feed the rock pools, creating gorgeous water bodies. You can swim here, but it’s advised to wear a wetsuit as the water is pretty cold.

Giola Lagoon is a natural rock pool on the island of Thasos, Greece. This isolated gem can be reached by a drive followed by a short hike, and then you can dive right into the lagoon.

The Blue Lagoon truly looks like a magical place. It is a geothermal spa in southwestern Iceland in the heart of a volcanic landscape. It’s a popular destination for tourists looking for a rejuvenating experience.

Fingal’s Cave is a sea cave on the uninhabited island of Staffa, Scotland. The cave is known for its natural acoustics. The acoustics are so famous that composer Felix Mendelssohn visited Fingal’s Cave in 1829 and wrote an overture, The Hebrides, Op. 26, inspired by the echoes.

Located in West Thailand, Erawan Falls is one of the most popular falls in all of Thailand. The emerald green ponds under the seven-tiered falls make for a fairytale-like place.

Cenote Samula is a magical destination located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It makes for a perfect swim where you’re almost completely enclosed in a cave, with the exception of a small, natural hole in the roof that forms a spotlight on the water.

Fuentas Georginas are beautiful hot springs in Guatemala. They were named after the wife of dictator Jorge Ubico, who frequently visited the Fuentas.

Tolantongo caves are a collection of hot spring pools built into a cliff in Hidalgo, Mexico. They overlook a picturesque canyon and make a sight that is very hard to beat.

Queen’s Bath is a favourite summertime attraction in Kauai, Hawaii. Fresh saltwater from the Pacific Ocean spills over the lava rocks to create a beautiful natural tide pool complete with its very own fish.

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Source: RD.com