Travellers are flocking to a 'magical' secluded beach in Australia that looks straight out of Italy: 'It's paradise'
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A picturesque lesser-known beach offers a small slice of paradise reminiscent of Italian seasides. Rapid Bay Beach is located an hour and a half south west of the Adelaide CBD in South Australia on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The small beach beams with glistening turquoise waters against the white sand and towering cliffs, making it a perfect spot to unwind or soak up the sun.
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Travellers in the know flock to the secluded destination throughout summer and on occasion spot turtles, dolphins, sea lions and schools of fish not far from shore. The incredible beach is a hot spot for snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking alike, with coral reefs beneath the surface waiting to be explored.
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Visitors can take a step back from the noise of everyday life and immerse themselves in the cool ocean breeze and swim in scenic water. The natural beauty makes Rapid Bay one of the most photographed beaches in the state. The idyllic destination neighbours Second Valley - another hidden gem described as a 'mermaid's lagoon' and 'surreal' gem.
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Rapid Bay Beach in South Australia beams with glistening turquoise waters against the white sand and towering cliffs, making it a perfect spot to unwind or soak up the sun. The incredible beach is a hot spot for snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking alike, with coral reefs beneath the surface waiting to be explored.
Besides the crystal clear water, Rapid Bay is also known for its jetty which was rebuilt in 2009 and is open to the public. The beach tends to be a tourist hotspot for a South Australian landmark. William Light, who designed the city of Adelaide, carved his initials 'W.L., 1836' into a boulder at Rapid Bay after arriving on the beach for the first time on September 8, 1836.
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