12 Naturally-Shaped Islands That Will Blow Your Mind

Are you one of those people who love letting their imaginations run wild? Do you like finding crazy, fun shapes in clouds? Do you like searching for patterns and forming shapes out of inanimate objects?

Take a closer look at these islands—you probably won’t need to try hard at guessing what forms they create since their shapes are undeniable. Some might even stir up your curiosity. I mean, if you believe in legends and myths, these naturally shaped islands would probably give you the creeps.

Here are 12 surprisingly stunning and naturally shaped islands in the world:

#1. Fiji’s Heart Island

In the beautiful country of Fiji lies a perfect, heart-shaped island called Tavarua, which is surrounded by coral reef. It is ideal for adventurers who love surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving.

#2. Malaysia’s Smiley Group of Islands

If you’re on a plane bound to Malaysia, do not be surprised if a passenger sitting next to you will suddenly smile as he or she looks out of the window. Not far from Kota Kinabalu lies three of the five islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park that will probably put a smile on your face too when you see them from up above.

#3. Portugal’s Pizza Island

This island can make pizza lovers crave for a bite. What you’re looking at is actually the crater of a volcano, and that huge, perfectly round pepperoni-like shape in the middle is a lake. Isn’t it amazing?

#4. Philippines’ Helicopter Island

Dilumacad is a helicopter-shaped island that is located near El Nido in Palawan. The spectacular isle has an abundant rainforest. A 50-80 feet underwater cave can be found on the northern side of the island while a fringing reef lies on the southern side.

#5. Ecuador’s Seahorse Island in Galapagos

Isabela Island was formed approximately 1 million years ago by the fusion of six shield volcanoes. The seahorse shaped island is roughly about 4,640 meters in size. It was originally named Albemarle Island.

#6. Taiwan’s Turtle Island

This turtle-shaped island in Taiwan is Guishan Island’s only active volcano. They say this beautiful piece of land is a great destination for people who want to do whale watching.

#7. Spratly’s Boomerang Island

Situated on the coasts of the Philippines, Malaysia, and southern Vietnam is Boomerang Island. People say this piece of land is abundant in gas and oil deposits. Boomerang Island actually belongs to the much-disputed Spratly islands.

#8. Philippines’ Crocodile Island

Those who have gone to Boracay—one of the Philippines’ most famous tourist destination—probably saw this crocodile-shaped island, which is only 20 minutes away from the white beach. This island is a perfect spot for snorkeling.

#9. Fiji’s Phallic-shaped Island

Mavuva Island, which is located off Vanua Levu, became popular due to its amusing shape. This stunning, tropical paradise has beautiful white beaches and great surfing spots.

#10. Hawaii’s Moon Island

Do you love looking at the moon? Molokini Island, which is situated between Maui and Kaho’olawe looks just like a crescent moon. Many tourists are attracted to the island’s stunning coral reef that is home to at least 200 different types of fish.

#11. Croatia’s Fish Island

Amidst the perfect, clear, blue waters of the northern Adriatic Sea lies Brijuni. It is a group of 14 small islands in Pula, Croatia. People say 200 dinosaur footprints were discovered here.

#12. Italy’s Sirenuse or Dolphin Island

Dolphin lovers will surely love seeing the island that can be found near Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy, between the Isle of Capri and Positano village. Sirenuse is a dolphin-shaped island named after the enchanting Sirens in Greek mythology who visited the island and tempted Ulysses using their seductive voices when he was on his way home.

Do you know any other naturally shaped islands we might have missed? What can you say about these islands? Share us your thoughts in the comment section.

H/T: 10PM, Galapagos.org, , LostatEminor, Philippines Travel Guide, About Travel

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