Kihim Beach in Raigad, India

Mangroves are halophyte plants that are physiologically amended to survive in habitat containing high concentration of salt in the soil water even though salt is not a physical requirement for growth; hence they are facultative halophytes (Dictionary, 2015). Mangroves at Nudgee Beach have developed three special mechanisms to manage the excess salt levels in their environment due to the disability of enzymes function at high salt concentration. Each species of mangroves are able to either: exclude (prevent salt entering), extrude (take salt out) or accumulate large amounts sodium chloride, enabling them to survive in their ecosystem (University of Sydney, 2015). Some species of mangrove have more than one of the above characteristics. The process

Responses such as naturalness, unspoilt landscape, relaxing view are rated highly when people stated what they liked about the beach.

The Eureka Stockade, the great triumph of our nation, the beginning of democracy. Was it really a triumph though? Can it be argued that it was instead a tragedy? From who’s point of view is it from? The diggers? The officers? The women? Perhaps people like Rede or Hotham. Most importantly though, now. From these views it adds up, it is neither and it both.

Bay is famous for its tides which is the best and highest in the whole world.

For the past six years Lake Delhi looked empty and dreary, but this summer that all changed for the better. July 24, 2010 the lake’s dam burst and left mud and muck where water once flowed. Many peoples’ lives changed that day but now they celebrate and rejoice for the new lake.

From private holiday homes, luxury resorts and B&B s to various hotels are available for the perfect stay. Some of them are- Beach Villa 5, Seasons, The Waters, Sanctuary Retreat, Taihoa Holiday Units, Licuala lodge etc.

Since Texas did not have many lakes people took it into their own hands to build lakes in the state. One of these lakes is called Joe Pool Lake which is in Southern Dallas. This lake took more than 25 years of planning and over a decade of construction (Joe Pool Lake 2008). The lake opened in 1989 and became one of the most popular destinations in Dallas (Joe Pool Lake 2008). The lake includes things such as lake parks, camping, boat ramps, marinas, hunting, and fishing. This is a great place for both residents and tourists. You can see the beauty of the natural geography and enjoy the man-made geography. It has a surface area of 7,400 acres when full and has over 60 miles of shoreline (joe Pool Lake 2008). This man-made location is great for

This idyllic location is as picturesque as a postcard. It features gorgeous white sand beaches, soft breezes that are only strong enough to blow a few strands of hair into your

Surrounded by volcanoes and rocky beaches, is a national park. Katmai National Park and Reserve is waiting for you to explore its features and history. Katmai has a large population of bears. Once a year they feast on salmon, which come from the north. Some of Katmai’s land has volcanoes. Those volcanoes are part of the Pacific ocean. Alaska is where Katmai waits for you. Come explore Alaska, Katmai home state.

Misty Creek in Sarasota is a secluded, quiet community with 302 one and two-story single-family homes with 3,200 total square feet or more. Over 730 acres of natural and picturesque landscape surrounds Misty Creek, which lies three miles from Interstate 75. The community sits next to a wildlife preserve, and residents often feel as though they are living in the country with open-space conservation areas. With the natural surroundings, most of the homes in the community are densely wooded.

“Sacred Earth” is another name for the beautiful American Samoa. Tafeu Cove, located in American Samoa, is about 2,600 miles southwest of Hawaii. Tafeu Cove has alluring blue waters, beaches, and animals. This amazing national park also has 4,000 acres of land offshore from three separate smaller islands.

Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach, Florida, is managed by the Palm Beach County Park and Recreation Department. This sprawling 900 acre urban park is where you can play several types of sports and participate in physical activities like baseball, tennis, BMX, and golf. Okeeheelee Park is also a perfect destination to walk your dogs and socialize with other humans and dogs, as the locale features a dog park called Pooch Pines. You might be interested in checking out the Okeeheelee Nature Center where there are aquariums and cool reptile and lizards on display. While you're in the area, there are nearby good eats to enjoy such as Reggae Jerk Grill which specializes in fantastic Caribbean fare. You can also try Duffy's Sports Grill of Greenacres

There is nothing better than breathing in fresh air, soaking your skin in the warm summer sun, and diving into the waters of a clear cool ocean. And while we sometimes think heading to the Caribbean or another location with natural tropical coastlines is the only way to experience such bliss, there are plenty of man-made beaches that are worthy of exploration. Let’s check out few artificial gems that have replicated nature’s awesomeness.

out of the brush to sit on the sand in the evening, and the damp flats

Mount Cameroon is located within the Republic of Cameroon, east of Nigeria. It is considered to be one of Africa 's most active and largest volcanoes, having recently erupted in 2000 followed by a smaller eruption in 2012. Mt. Cameroon belongs to a seamount chain of volcanoes that extends northeast from the Gulf of Guinea. Cameroon does not lie on a plate boundary, making it an intraplate volcano. Despite being one of the most active volcanoes in Africa, the risks it poses does not necessarily include the massive, fiery, plinian eruptions one would associate with a volcano considered very large and most active over an entire continent. However, Mt. Cameroon does have other risks and hazards due to its nature, and requires preventative