The Most Unexplainable Places on Earth

Sea of Stars

In Vaadhoo Island, Maldives, bioluminescent microorganisms called dinoflagellates emit a bluish glow when they're disturbed. The light is so bright that it's a common spot for people to gather and take pictures. It's called the Sea of Stars because, sometimes, it's so beautiful that it rivals the starry night sky.

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