A BEACH in the UK that was once named one of the best in the world has been compared to places like the Caribbean and South East Asia, due to its white sand and clear blue seas. Brits often associate tropical beaches with more exotic locations than their own country, but there are plenty of stretches of shoreline that look like they belong overseas . One of the most popular is Pedn Vounder in Cornwall, which was named ahead of popular beach destinations like Thailand, Jamaica and Mauritius in a list of the world's best beaches published last year.
Ranking it 25th in the world, Big 7 wrote: " Cornwall has long been a summer getaway destination for local families, but its gorgeous coastline has caught the eye of international travellers. "Combining crystal clear blue water and white sand, it’s proof that you don’t need to hotfoot to the Caribbean for a tropical island-inspired getaway." What makes Pedn Vounder even more appealing is that it's harder to get to than others, with Explore Cornwall labelling it as "remote".
There are two nearby car parks, but both require a walk, while the coast path to the beach "involves a technical and steep climb" according to The Great Cornish Outdoors . However, they said it was worth the tricky hike. They added: " Lying deep below vertical cliffs, that remind me of a prettier version of Kong Island, lies one of the most stunning beaches Cornwall has to offer.
"Pedn Vounder beach shows off a colour palette usually reserved for more exotic .
