This lava hardened into basalt rocks, and these were then ground into black sand by moving glaciers, according to Guide to Iceland. Diamond Beach sits downstream from Europe's largest ice cap ...

Found in Hawaii, Iceland, the Canary Islands and other destinations around the world, black sand beaches intrigue ... the shore and against the basalt rock formations rising from the sea.

Iceland is known for its breathtaking landscapes, from volcanoes to glaciers, but one of its most famous beaches is also one of its most dangerous. Reynisfjara is located on the country’s ...

Beaches around the world come in many colors, from the familiar golden and white sands to rarer hues like pink, red, and even green. However, one of the most striking variations is black sand ...

While Iceland isn't the only place in the world to view the northern lights, the Nordic country's location near the Arctic ...

Located near the picturesque village of Vik, this black sand beach features striking basalt rock formations and dramatic Atlantic waves. A black sand beach on Santorini, offering clear waters ...