New Caledonia Barrier Reef

Nokanhui Islet
Nokanhui Islet
Coral Reef Aerial View #1::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Coral Reef Aerial View #1
Bottle Shaped Islet::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Bottle Shaped Islet

The New Caledonia Barrier Reef is the second-longest coral reef in the world. It surrounds Grand Terre - the main island - and many smaller islands including Ile des Pins in the south. Shallow turquoise water around countless islets can be found far away from the shore. Brought in pieces from France, Amedee lighthouse stands on one of such isles. It marks the natural passage that leads to colonial capital of Nouméa.

Coral Reef Aerial View #2::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Coral Reef Aerial View #2
Wing Island::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Wing Island
Ile des Pins Aerial View::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Ile des Pins Aerial View
Round Coral Island::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Round Coral Island
Coral Reef Aerial View #3::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Coral Reef Aerial View #3
Amedee Lighthouse::New Caledonia, South Pacific::
Amedee Lighthouse

© 2006 Maciej Swulinski