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White Island

화이트 아일랜드

4 story sections
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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to White Island, often referred to by travelers as the 'Maldives of the Red Sea.' However, from a geographical perspective, this is not a permanent island in the traditional sense, but rather a spectacular sandbar that…

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  2. 2Sedimentology and Light Refraction

    To understand the striking appearance of White Island, we must delve into the science of sedimentology and optics. The sand here is remarkably pure, consisting almost entirely of calcium carbonate. …

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  3. 3The Dynamics of a Transient Landscape

    White Island is a fascinating study in coastal geomorphology due to its transient nature. Unlike the rocky promontories of Ras Mohamed, this island is in a state of constant motion. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As we prepare to leave the ethereal shores of White Island, I invite you to take one last look at this ephemeral masterpiece of nature. We have explored the biological origins of its sands and the physical laws that grant it such…

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What is White Island?

White Island is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates27.7560, 34.2550
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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