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LOCAL Monday 20 noveMber 2023

Blackstone Beach

it’s opposite day, visit the Blackstone Beach. do note that it is not advised to swim in the wa-
ter, as the current is very strong and can eas-
Blackstone Beach shows the more natural side ily stray you further in the wild ocean. However,
of Aruba: the stones that cover the beaches you can still enjoy a spectacular view of the
and the shape of it has been crafted for thou- stones and the northern ocean that stretches
sand years via volcanic eruptions, coral reef out in front of the beach and take a picture
movements and wave activity of the rural with your friends or family!
northern part of the island.

Located further east to the Natural Bridge and
Andicuri Beach, the Blackstone Beach is rela-
tively easy to access. Once you get passed the
Ayo Rock Formation, take the Andicuri road
(Oranjestad)—Named after its most recogniz- leading up to Andicuri Beach. There, you can
able feature, the Blackstone Beach almost park your car and take a 1km hike towards
represents the opposite of the typical Aruban Blackstone Beach.
beaches. For one, it has black sand and is cov-
ered in black smooth stones. Secondly, it lies on This beach forms part of the Arikok National
the northern side of the island, away from the Park and is therefore a site that is preserved. This
white sandy beaches of in the southern region. is why it is also relatively untouched by commer-
So, if you feel up for something different—or if cial influences. Despite being called a beach,