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8 Stunning Black Sand Beaches in the World

Rasshmie Salunkhay
Formed due to volcanic activities, the black sand beaches may sound a little quirky, but these geological gems are no less than the world's best of beaches. Here's a trail of some bucket - worthy beach destinations around the world.

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Diamond Beach, Iceland
The washed up icebergs appear like jaded diamonds in the stark black sands of the Diamond Beach, Iceland. This dazzling place is a rare one to spot orcas (killer whales).

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Vik Beach, Iceland
Situated in the wettest village of Iceland, the marvelous Vik Beach has been a prominent location of the sensational TV show, Game of Thrones.

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Piha Beach, New Zealand
Situated in the wettest village of Iceland, the marvelous Vik Beach has been a prominent location of the sensational TV show, Game of Thrones.

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Vestrahorn Beach, Iceland
Vestrahorn Beach, Iceland is a visually dramatic region not just for the black sands, but the famous Vestrahorn mountains surrounding the beach.

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Punaluʻu Beach, Hawaii
The phenomenal stretch of black sands of Punaluʻu Beach falls near Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii. The often spotted, green Hawaiian turtles make you feel close to nature.

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Karekare Beach, New Zealand
The photogenic vista of Karekare Beach, New Zealand is so staggering, that renowned artists and filmmakers have made it a prominent part of their works.

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Perissa Beach, Greece
Banana rides, canoeing, parasailing or just lying on the black lava sand, it's your choice, at the impressive Perissa Beach, Greece.

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Inamuragasaki Beach, Japan
The enormous Mount Fuji in the background and the deep blue waters splashing on the black sand of Inamuragasaki Beach, Japan, is purely a postcard view.