Mauritius Underwater Waterfall

Here is an introduction to the Mauritius Underwater Waterfall: - Basic Overview - Location: Near the Le Morne coast in the southwest of Mauritius Island. - Scenic Features: When viewed from above, the turbulent seawater converges from all directions, resembling wild horses galloping over the edge of an oceanic trench, cascading down in a fan-shaped pattern. The white waves created contrast sharply with the surrounding deep blue waters, giving the illusion of the ocean suddenly splitting open as water is sucked into an abyss. - Formation Reasons - Seabed Topography: Millions of years ago, underwater volcanic eruptions caused uneven distribution and collapse of lava, creating a dramatic seabed elevation difference of about 3,500 meters, forming shallow waters and deep trenches. - Ocean Current Effects: Located near the equator in the monsoon belt, Mauritius experiences the powerful Agulhas Current. When this current collides with underwater seamounts and curved ridges, it creates strong currents and whirlpools that churn up sand and sediment, continuously funneling them into the trench. - Optical Illusion: The exceptionally clear seawater refracts and reflects light effectively. Sunlight shining on the flowing sediment is projected outward, creating a phantom resembling a waterfall. The "white waves" on the "water curtain" surface are optical illusions formed by external light passing through the water and reflecting off the white suspended sand. - Viewing Method: As this is a visual illusion, the breathtaking "underwater waterfall" can only be seen from above. Visitors can take helicopter or small plane tours for an aerial view.