Why should you visit Durdle Door Beach?
Durdle Door beach is one of the most popular seaside spots in the southern part of the UK. Would you believe this beautiful place is in England?
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It looks more like a Caribbean beach. This is unsurprising that a scene from “Pirates of the Caribbean” was shot in this area. In addition, this magnificent natural limestone arch is one of Britain’s most iconic landscapes. Consequently, this place attracts a lot of tourists every year.
Durdle Door, England
Because of its geology, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most important areas in the United Kingdom. You can admire here rocks from the Cretaceous, Triassic, and Jurassic periods that are 185 million-years old.
I think it’s worth going there while the limestone arch still exists. Geologists predict that it will erode completely over time.
Places to visit in Dorset
Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are two of the most famous natural landmarks in the UK. Huge part of Dorset is also Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty so exploring this part of the country is unforgettable experience.
Lulworth Cove is close to the limestone arch of
Looking down to Lulworth Cove, England
A smaller cove – Stair Hole is located just to the west of Lulworth Cove. If you want to understand how erosion is shaping the coast you should check out this place. You can see all the stages of erosion for example cracks and connections in limestone, caves, holes, and arches.
Stair Hole, England
There are many marvelous places to explore especially along the Jurassic Coast such as Worbarrow Bay or Kimmeridge Bay. Among them, there is also Man’O War Bay which is located between Lulworth Cove and
Man O’War Beach, United Kingdom
How to get to Durdle Door Beach?
Jurassic Coast stretches from Exmouth to the →Old Harry Rocks offers spectacular views. Almost 96 miles of this coast in southern England was inscribed on The World Heritage List in 2001. To sum up, this place is unmissable!
Jurassic Coast, United Kingdom
- Driving from London – 3h 20m
- →Visitor Centre: 26 Main Rd, Wareham BH20 5RQ
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