Benagil Beach, Portugal
From series “10 Natural Wonders of the World”
Those who like to relax at the picturesque beaches should definitely go to Portugal. Here, they’ll find one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Benagil, that can be called a natural wonder. The beach is very close to Algarve area, it’s situated in the eponymous village. The sandy beach is primarily notable because of natural rock formations and caves.
Inside one of these caves there is a hidden beach that is a goal of many travelers. In summer, Benagi is very popular among tourists. Thanks to abundance of rocks that serve as natural breakwaters, high waves are rare here. You can comfortably relax with children. However, the beach is sure to please fans of scuba diving. The water off the coast is crystal clear, allowing you to see the beauty of the underwater world in its diversity.
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'Santader Totta' located in 6.17 km (
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Car rental office: 'Thrifty Car Rental' is located in 17 km (
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Fuel station: 'Soares Manuel D Alexandre' in 2.78 km
Supermarket: 'Spar' in 3.07 km
Parking: 'Bikesul Lda' in 11 km
Apotheek: 'Farmácia Neves Furtado' in 4.83 km
Police station: 'GNR - Posto Territorial de Carvoeiro' in 4.98 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'LITORAL' in 0.96 km
Railway station: 'Estombar-Lagoa' in 9 km
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