Jokin Cliffs, Coral stone cliffs in Lifou, New Caledonia.
Jokin Cliffs is a limestone coastal formation on Lifou Island in New Caledonia that rises approximately 37 meters above the Pacific Ocean. The rock wall extends along the northern shore, creating a distinct natural boundary between land and sea.
Caves within these cliffs served as burial sites for Kanak tribal chiefs across multiple generations. This practice reflects the deep connection between the land and the indigenous people who have inhabited the island.
Local tribes organize traditional jumping contests from designated spots along the cliffs into the clear waters below during summer celebrations.
Access to the beach involves descending approximately 150 stone steps from the hilltop location near the church, which provides clear orientation for visitors. A concrete platform at the base makes it easier to enter the water safely.
The underwater zones around the cliffs host large communities of clownfish that gather in groups of up to 50 individuals among sea anemones. This concentration of these fish species is notably high for the region.
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