The most beautiful islands in the world

Islands

The island is a land surrounded by water from all sides, known as the group of islands on behalf of the archipelago. Islands are usually located in seas, oceans and rivers, continental or oceanic. If the islands are formed near the continents, some of them remain above the surface level of the ocean and are separated by the waters of the ocean from the continent. They are then called continental islands. The continental islands are characterized by the characteristics of the continent closest to them, in terms of plant species, animals, and geological features. [1] [2]

Peripheral islands are islands far from land, due to their causes of the movement of the crust that lifts part of the ocean floor to the top, which causes it to appear above the surface of the ocean. The islands may be volcanic, which are formed from the flow of lava from The island is formed by volcanic volcanoes at the bottom of the ocean. These lava accumulate and form the islands, as in the island of Hawaii. [1] The island of Hawaii rises above the ocean level by approximately 9,700 m, approximately 32,000 feet. [2]

It can be said that the main causes of the islands are either internal or external; they may be caused by precipitation factors in the ocean bottoms, resulting in deposits and accumulation along the seashore or river, forming islands known as low saline islands, The islands form the accumulation of coral reefs over long geological times, rising and appearing above the surface of the ocean. [1]

The most beautiful islands in the world

Islands are different from each other in their terrain and nature, for example there are islands that surround the water from all sides, and filled with sparkling sand, which provide comfort in the breath, and there are islands that are filled with forests and jungles, but most islands share the same one is calm and far from the hustle; Where a person can go for a special vacation, enjoy the tranquility and relaxation, and the following list of the most beautiful islands in the world: [3]

Maldives is a small island group of about 1000 islands and more adjacent to each other, located in the Indian Ocean, about 600 km south of India. Most of these islands are so small that they are barely It can accommodate a small village, and 80% of them are not inhabited at all. The Maldives is an independent country called the Republic of Maldives. Its capital is the island of Male. The Maldives is one of the smallest countries in the world. It has an area of ​​no more than 300 km2. Its maximum altitude is only 24 meters above sea level. It is flat and flat, It is distinguished by its beauty that attracts visitors from all over the world, and its colorful fish and coral reefs are abundant in its waters. [4]

Bora Bora is an island located in French Polynesia in the South Pacific. It is a volcanic island characterized by its tropical beauty and palm-lined forests, where the visitor enjoys spending his time walking through the hiking trails, and the visitor can exercise Dive in the surrounding reefs, also featuring beautiful fish, turtles, and sharks.

Palawan is an island and province in the Philippines, located in the south-western direction of Purino, with its sparkling white sand and abundant palm trees. The island has an amazing variety of fish and coral reefs that visitors can enjoy viewing by Diving, in addition to the diverse wildlife and hunting villages, and the luxurious resorts surrounded by the most beautiful landscapes. The most important attraction of the island is the Puerto Princesa National Park, which is characterized by its cave-like system Erosion surface of the earth; where he represents a cave built of limestone his long river extended.

Seychelles is an archipelago or group of islands located in eastern Kenya, consisting of nearly 115 islands of coral and granite, and has been included on UNESCO's list because of its attractive forests, booming coral reefs, With palm trees surrounded by giant boulders. The islands and tropical reserves account for nearly half of its total area. Seychelles is an important destination for fishers. It has many fishing grounds and is a favorite destination for divers.

Santorini: Greece's Santorini Island is an amazing island characterized by white buildings below the volcanic slopes. These buildings feature attractive blue domes that reflect the beauty of the sea. The most attractive destinations on the island are the settlements of Vera, Oia and Oia. The region is photographed in the world, and there are ancient archaeological sites on the island, such as Thira, with the sandy beach of Perissa, distinguished by its black color, and the visitor can sail on this amazing island, surrounded by slopes that give it an aesthetic appearance that can not be forgotten.

Cook Islands is a group of islands or archipelago located in the South Pacific. It consists of some 15 islands between French Polynesia and Samoa, and has a close relationship with New Zealand. These islands are characterized by their magnificent beaches surrounded by palm trees and volcanic peaks. Its population is considered to be one of the most friendly in the South Pacific. Rarotonga is the main tourist attraction and visitor attraction, with its luxurious resorts and attractive lush peaks.

Bali is an island located in Indonesia, one of the most charming islands in its beauty and warm tropical climate. It is characterized by Hindu temples, green rice fields that give it an aesthetic appearance, markets and hot tubs, and the sports it can play The visitor is surfing and swimming, and the visitor can also explore its sights, and can reach the nearby island of Lombok and enjoy its beauty as well.

Dalmatian is located in the Adriatic Sea next to the coast of the State of Croatia. Dalmatia is a group of charming islands with exotic and attractive villages full of wonderful hotels and restaurants. The island of Hvar, distinguished by Gothic churches, the old car-free city, and also a private fishing port, with the island of Corciola characterized by white buildings with red roofs, in addition to the island of Maljet, which has two of the salt inland lakes that It distinguishes itself from other islands.

Fiji is a tropical island characterized by its smiling inhabitants who welcome the most welcome visitors. Its beauty is its white sands with its palm trees and its diverse coral reefs. The visitor can practice fishing, diving, windsurfing, Fiji has many celebrity festivals and a host of luxury resorts. The island is a great destination for families seeking a break.

Kauai: Known as The Garden Isle, the reason for its name is its abundance of inland rainforests, also characterized by the presence of waterfalls descending from the lava, it is worth mentioning that the beauty of this island is not limited to the presence of Diverse plants and rainforest, but with stunning beaches where fish and turtles vary. The visitor can dive and dive in. It is one of the quietest islands where the visitor is very relaxed.

The world's largest islands

The following table shows the top ten islands in the world, and their location: [2]

Island Location Area

Greenland North Atlantic Ocean 2,130,800 km 2

New Guinea Indonesia 800,000 km 2

Borneo Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei 734.000 km 2

Madagascar Indian Ocean 587.041 km 2

Baffen Northwest Territories of Canada 507.451 km 2

Sumatra Indonesia 434.000 km 2

Honshu Japan 227.414 km 2

Victoria Northwest Territories of Canada 217.291 km 2

Great Britain United Kingdom

Ellismere Northwest Territories of Canada 196.236 km 2