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Kaimu Beach

Kaimu Beach in Hawaii was a magical place, while it lasted. The site was known as a world-renowned black sand beach, a color that was strangely satisfying. Thousands of tourists flocked to this unique experience until 1990. There were few places on earth to see pitch-black sand between your toes. And now, there is one fewer, thanks to the Kilauea Volcano. When it erupted, this place had absolutely no chance.

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Not only was the beach destroyed but the town of Kalapana was buried. Locals managed to rebuild it, but the beach was another matter. Now, it's all just a dreamy photo.