Moeraki Boulders

　　The Moeraki Boulders are found on a beach in the northern part of the Otago region. When the tide goes out, dozens of spherical rocks appear, numbering around 50. These boulders are scattered or clustered together, creating a stunning natural landscape that is considered one of the world’s great wonders.

　　The large and small boulders lie close together on the tranquil beach, gazing out toward the ocean, quietly guarding this serene stretch of land. Among these 50 or so boulders of varying sizes, the largest has a diameter of 2.2 meters and weighs several tons, while the smallest is about 30 centimeters across. Most intriguingly, not all the boulders are solid—some are hollow. There are many theories about how the boulders were formed, but the most scientifically accepted explanation is that they date back 4 million years. Over millennia of weathering, some have naturally split open, others are hollow inside, and some contain extremely hard, fossilized honeycomb-like structures.

　　At sunrise or sunset, the Moeraki Boulders are bathed in golden sunlight, making them shine even more brilliantly. Many visitors enjoy touching these peculiar boulders and taking photos with them.

　　Moeraki Boulders Reason to visit: The strangest boulders in New Zealand Continent: Oceania Country/Region: New Zealand Province/State: Otago Region