Dover to Kingsdown Cliffs, Coastal chalk cliffs in Kent, England.
The Dover to Kingsdown Cliffs stretch for 14 miles along the Kent coast, featuring vertical white chalk precipices rising over 300 feet from the English Channel.
During World War II, the military established defensive positions along these cliffs, creating tunnels and bunkers within the chalk rock to protect against potential invasion.
These white cliffs mark the symbolic gateway to England, standing as the first and last sight for travelers and soldiers crossing the English Channel through centuries.
A marked coastal path extends through the entire 207-hectare site, connecting Dover to Kingsdown while providing access to viewing points and natural areas.
The cliffs contain fossiliferous rocks from the Cretaceous period, dating between 99 and 86 million years ago, contributing to geological research and understanding.
GPS coordinates: 51.14600,1.37100
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:49
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