Wednesday, September 18 2024

Seven Sisters is the name of unique rocky formations on the south English coast. It is amazing natural phenomenon that resembles limestone rocks which seem to be like suddenly “cut” by the sea. The place is so breathtaking that at the beginning you will only see the snow-white rocky curtain rising above the sandy beach.

The Seven Sisters are pointed as one of the most attractive natural wonders in the world and if you manage to visit East Sussex, then just go to the coast of the English Channel and enjoy their unbelievable beauty.

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The Seven Sisters are part of the eponymous natural park which is included in the range of South Downs National Park. The rocky phenomenon and the whole surrounding area are really preserved untouched and there are found many remains from the Neolith and Bronze Age.

There are also many ancient Roman roads which also testify for the great past of the region. Many people think that it is pretty hard to reach the area, but all you have to do is to follow the road from Eastbourne to Seaford and you will see the signs for sure. Well, it is simply necessary to leave your car on a parking, because you won’t get access with your car to the amazing limestone formations.

Several hours will be more than enough to see and photograph the beauty which the nature has created. The eccentric forms which were formed on the tops and cove of the formations will amaze you with their uniqueness and mystery. They even have their own names, but the most popular among them are the names of the tops – Baily’s Hill, Flagstuff Point, Rough Brow, Short Brow, Brass Brow, Went Hill Brow and Haven Brow.

If you want to spend several days around the natural masterpiece and not just to see and feel it for several hours, then the camping is your best option. There are many campgrounds in the region that have everything you are going to need to feel comfortable and relaxed.

Seven Sisters photo
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Well, you just have to know that starting a fire is not permitted in the park, so try to prepare your steaks in advance or buy them from the local store. The opportunities for outdoor activities in the area are really many and you will have a chance to improve your swimming and kayaking for sure.

The picnics and walks among the lovely nature also should not be underestimated. If you like to search for different unique fossils, then the Seven Sisters will ensure you that entertainment. There you can find many fossils of different sea species like sea-urchin, an animal that still can be seen in the water of the area.

The Seven Sisters are stunning natural phenomenon that will force you to think about how fragile and short the human life is, and how powerful the nature is. The unique rocky formations just have to be seen and then you will realize the generosity and meaning of life.

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