Surfers in the US have always tended to live right by the beach, and built communities around them.
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But when it comes to epic waves, there's only one place on earth known as the “surf capital of the world.” The epic beach we're talking about is Pichilemu. Pichilemu is located in the center of Chile, right by the coast. It is a rough three-hour drive from Chile's capital, Santiago, to Pichilemu.
Costa Rica is one of the safest countries in the region, and southern ocean swells bless their beaches with consistent waves groomed by morning offshore winds each day. Playa Nosara is a popular spot for yoga enthusiasts, and also home to some of the best surf schools on the planet.
Surfing the famous CloudbreakThe Pacific is known for having the biggest waves in the world, but Cloudbreak takes it to another level. As the wave progresses, it tends to speed up, presenting shallower, more critical sections.
The first surfing references were found in Polynesia. Cave painting from the 12th Century show people riding on waves. In the course of seafarings, Polynesians brought surfing to Hawaii and the sport went viral. Surfing in Hawaii wasn't only a sport but also an important part of the religion.
In the North of Peru, Chicama is probably the longest ocean wave for surfing in the world. The lost jewel of Latin America offers an endless two-kilometer (1.25 miles) ride with close-outs, reforming, and barreling sections.