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WHERE THE OCEAN MEETS DESERT: 5 MOST

MAGICAL PLACES ON EARTH!
PRIYA SRIVASTAVA , TIMESOFINDIA.COM Updated : Jun 20, 2022, 22:35 IST

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Where the ocean meets desert: 5 most magical places on earth!
Confused where to plan your next trip to, desert or ocean… Well, it seems
like you’ll not have to choose as you can have the best of both the natural
wonders at the same place without compromising. Yes, you read that
correctly! The planet is dotted with some magical wonderlands, where the
ocean kisses the desert wholeheartedly and creates a beautiful sight.

Here, the most stunning places on the Earth where ocean meets desert:
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02 ​Africa: Sahara Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean here

The Sahara is touched by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Red Sea to
the east. There are some towns inhabiting the region. Painted in colourful
red and yellow hues, the pretty little houses in the flat terrain look absolutely
stunning. In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and the Atlas Mountains, there
are hundreds of old stone monuments.

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Australia: Australian Desert meets the Indian Ocean here
You’ll love this place! The Australian city of Perth is known for its coastal
towns brimming with some stunning beaches and limestone cliffs. The
entire stretch is desert meets ocean. What stands out are the fire-shaded
rocks standing tall against the bright blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The
ocean is noted for some of the best coral reefs in the nation. The whole
region is full of fascinating attractions waiting to be discovered.
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​Chile: Atacama Desert meets the Pacific Ocean here
The ocean and desert meet here in the Antofagasta region of Northern
Chile. The place is dotted with several nitrate mining ghost towns. You’ll be
stunned to see the mighty hills and long pristine beaches created by the
waves here. The place has a very moon-looking landscape. One of the best
places to visit in the region is the Valley of the Moon in Los Flamencos
National Reserve. The nights are absolutely magical here.

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​Antarctica: Polar Desert meets the ocean
We generally associate the word desert with hot, dry and arid dunes but
Antarctica’s Polar Desert is different. It’s cold, it’s icy and it’s absolutely
stunning! An ice desert, the Antarctic Polar Desert is spread across the
continent. At McMurdo Dry Valleys, the desert turns iceless and meets the
bright blue waters of Antarctica’s coastline. Absolutely stunning, this place!
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​Africa: Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean here
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is a spectacular sight to behold where
the Atlantic Ocean’s rushing waves crash at Namib Desert’s unending
coastline. The population is not much, as only a few hamlets inhabit this
coastal region. Therefore, the place is majorly untouched. Some of the prime
attractions in the region include the Dorob National Park and Namib-
Naukluft National Park.

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UNIQUE JHARKHAND EXPERIENCES FOR A FIRST-

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Unique Jharkhand experiences for a first-timer
Come November, Jharkhand will complete 22 years of its statehood! In 2000,
Jharkhand separated from Bihar and became a state rich in its unique
cultural and natural heritage. Jharkhand is also called The Land of Forests.
Etymologically it means ‘forest or bush region’. Jharkhand is a pleasant mix
of hills, forests and cities, and this has a big influence on people’s cultures.
Not only that, the state has a rich biodiversity as well.

Let’s explore some of the best experiences one can have only in Jharkhand.

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Netarhat
Netarhat is a quaint hill station in the Latehar district. The very lovely hill
station is also lovingly called the Queen Of Chota Nagpur Plateau. After the
monsoon shower, Netarhat turns into a beautiful shade of green with sal,
mahua and kendu trees everywhere. It’s a sight to behold. Netarhat is one of
the most popular tourist destinations in the state. It is also home to
Jharkhand’s highest waterfall – Lodh Falls.
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Betla National Park
Did you know that Betla National Park is one of the earliest tiger reserves in
the country? To say that Betla has a rich wildlife, would be an
understatement. Betla National Park is home to animals like tiger, leopard,
chital, sloth, sloth bear, bison, mouse deer, to name a few. Betla is actually
an acronym for Bison, Elephant, Tiger, Leopard and Axis Axis (spotted deer).
Interesting, isn’t it? If you can find some time off wildlife, do visit Palamu Fort
ruins just three km from Betla.

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04 Jamshedpur
The Steel City of India is a unique experience. Also the largest city in
Jharkhand, Jamshedpur is where it all began for Tata Steel. The city was
founded in 1919 as per the plans of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata. At present,
Jamshedpur is one of the most well-planned cities in India. When in
Jamshedpur, you can explore Jubilee Park, Dalma WildLife Sanctuary, Dimna
Lake, Tata Steel Zoological Park, the Jamshedpur marine drives, to name a
few.
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05 Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh literally means city of a thousand gardens. One expects the city
to be beautiful, and that’s exactly how Hazaribagh is. The city does not
disappoint. Hazaribagh is dotted with hills, lush forest and plenty of
waterfalls, all points towards it being a perfect destination for nature lovers.
Canary Hill, Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary, Isko Village (for rock art), Konar
Dam and Suryakund are some of the best places to experience when in
Hazaribagh.

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Rajmahal Hills
Did you know that Rajmahal Hills dates back to the Jurassic Age, a period
much before the Himalaya? Rajmahal Hill is a popular destination among
trekkers. It is not at all a difficult trek, but is unique for sure. Rajmahal Hill is
home to many plant fossils which are 68 to 145 million years old.
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Deoghar
Deoghar is one of the important pilgrimage destinations in India. One of the
12Jyotirlinga temples called Baidyanath Dham, is located here in Deoghar.
Thousands of devotees throng the temple every year for the Rudrabhishek
ritual (holy bath) in the temple. The devotees walk for days and bring the
holy water for the ritual. They are called Kanwariyas. Also, Trikut Pahar,
situated 10 km away from Deoghar is one of the most popular tourist
attractions in the state. There's a rope way that takes you to the Trikut hill.
The view from top of the hill is what you should come here for.

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08 Ranchi
The capital city of Jharkhand is unlike most capital cities in India. Ranchi is a
very pleasant mix of modern and natural world. The capital city is mostly
known for the many beautiful waterfalls and forest areas by the Subarnekha
river. Ranchi is also called the City of Waterfalls. Jonha Falls and Dassam
Falls are two most famous waterfalls in Ranchi.

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