This morning, Red Beach on Hormuz Island, one of Iran’s most striking natural wonders, known for its deep red shoreline that appeared to bleed into the sea during rainfall. The unusual colour comes from the high concentration of iron oxide in the island’s soil and sand. When rain falls, the iron-rich earth mixes with water and washes toward the coast, intensifying the red hues and creating a dramatic contrast against the blue waters of the Persian Gulf. Hormuz Island is often referred to as a “r