One of the main highlights of Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur is the famous purple sand. Erosion of the cliffs above, which contain Manganese garnet rocks, is responsible for the incredible plum-like colors you see here.
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Olivine SandSand of almost exclusively olivine grains is very rare, and Papakolea is one of only four green sand beaches in the world. The others are Hornindalsvatnet in Norway, Punta Cormorant in the Galapagos Islands, and Talofofo Beach in Guam.
Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Island, BahamasOn the east side of Harbour Island, located in the Bahamas, the beaches are famous for their pinkish tint. Foraminifera (a small sea creature with a reddish shell) is responsible for the hue.
Talofofo Beach on Guam. Punta Cormorant on Floreana Island in the Galapagos Islands. Hornindalsvatnet in Norway. Papakolea beach on the Big Island of Hawai'i.
Rainbow BeachGazetted as town in 1969, it was first settled by sand miners, who were mining the rutile (black sand) to extract titanium oxide. It's now know for it's laid-back beach vibe and easy access to the aquatic playground of Rainbow Beach at the eastern end of the town.