If you don't know how to spend your vacation or want to surprise your loved one with a trip, you should definitely visit the Bay of Fundy in Canada. By the way, it is no coincidence that this bay got a place among the seven wonders of the world.
The ebb and flow of the tide has made this place famous
Traveling along the Atlantic coast of Canada, you are sure to find it between the two provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, or by visiting the American state of Maine.
At first glance, it may seem to you that apart from huge boulders, a beach of several hundred meters, old yachts and fishermen, there is nothing, but this is absolutely not the case! If you return to the same spot 12 hours later, you will be caught off guard.
Hundreds of tons of water will be swallowed up by the surrounding lowlands and beaches. The once huge and majestic stones, polished by cold and aggressive waves, become only small islands.
The fact is that the Bay of Fundy is famous for its incredibly sharp and truly huge tides of almost 18m, this is the largest tide in the world. Thus, breaking the record of the Ungava Bay. The dynamic ebb and flow is triggered by the vibrations of the Atlantic Ocean. Huge streams of waves from the ocean rush to the cozy and high shores of the bay. Despite the fact that the average oscillation interval of the world ocean is 1m, the level in the gulf rises to 16m.
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Where does the water go
Where does such a huge amount of water go? Everything is very simple. The bay is gigantic enough. Its length is 300 km, width - 90 km, and its depth of 214 m will simply surprise you. Imagine that the water area of the bay is like the Wadden Sea. The largest tide was recorded in 1869 in the Minas Basin. This happened after a strong storm, then the water rose by more than 20.6 meters.
In addition to the insanely huge amount of water that enters the bay from the ocean, two more rivers flow into it. Saint Croix is the border between Maine and New Brunswick. It flows southeastward to the Bay of Fundy. The St. John River forms part of the US-Canada state border.
High exposed rocks at high tide play the role of a pipe, into which water was first poured, then poured back. The higher, the smaller this so-called pipe. The unique shape and, most importantly, the inimitable color of the rocks were formed more than 300 million years ago. Having been near such greatness at low tide, be sure to remember to leave a photo as a souvenir, and the trace of your foot, because literally in twelve and a half hours, you will be photographed in a boat against the background of the ocean horizon among small stone oases.
During the walk, you will surely feel how water meter by meter will arrive in the bay and then go back. It is as if the ocean takes you by elevator to the beautiful landscapes of tropical trees and landscapes, so that you will soon return back again for a walk along its shores.
A fisherman's paradise
If you love fishing, Bay of Fundy will be your favorite. At this point, believe me, even the most experienced fisherman will have a place to roam. The largest port in this place is Saint John. Since the tides are quite significant and absolutely constant, fishing and port activities are more than developed here.
You can even say that most of the economy of these places was built precisely thanks to the port. Seasoned fishermen will be happy to share their experience and secrets of fishing, boat trips to quiet and deserted places will turn a hobby into an art, and an incredible catch will give you special pleasure and unique memories of the time spent in the bay.
Marine residents also love the bay, and the violent vibrations of the water drive even the deepest places in the ocean. Together with the waves, a mass of nutrients rises from the bottom for fish, whales, birds and other inhabitants of the ocean depths. The ecosystem is saturated with all the necessary trace elements for existence, and pleases with its abundance not only visitors, but also the residents themselves.
How else is the bay used?
As everyone knows, the world continues to step forward, and the gulf is not determined to be limited to the wonders of the world alone. The local authorities wondered what else Fundy could be useful for, and found a quite acceptable application for him. They decided not only to surprise tourists with the uniqueness and beauty of the bay, but also to delight their indigenous people with its energy capacity. Given its enormous size, the bay has excellent hydropower potential. It is quite logical that such a natural resource should keep up with the latest energy-saving trends. And it can share its energy absolutely on a par with the sun and wind.
In connection with such reflections, the construction of several tidal power plants is now planned. This should be a really big breakthrough for the entire neighborhood. As they say, nothing in the world stands still, and the Bay of Fundy will also definitely join the protection and respect for the natural resources of our planet.
Minke whales
It should be added that the incredible Minke whales can be attributed to all the attractions of the Bay of Fundy. These are small and very cute minke whales. When you sail by, do not be alarmed, they are very friendly, and will not mind at all to remain a memorable photo in your home photo album, and there will be something to brag about to your friends.
Early at dawn, you will certainly be mesmerized by the thick fogs lying on the ocean surface, and, of course, by the atmosphere of the entire bay. You seem to plunge into a fairy tale and feel like a real traveler and adventurer. Having visited this place, you will not want to leave. And you will definitely return to these picturesque places more than once. If you are determined to watch the tide with your own eyes, do not forget to get a boat, a pair of oars and patience, as well as rubber boots, because do not forget that after low tide you will find yourself on the bank full of mud. But even this small flaw cannot spoil the mood in any way, after all that you see, feel and never forget in your life!
