Cœur de Voh, Mangrove formation in New Caledonia
The heart-shaped natural formation extends over 150 hectares within a mangrove area, surrounded by dense coastal vegetation patterns.
Yann Arthus-Bertrand's aerial photograph in his 1990 book 'The Earth from Above' introduced this formation to the international public.
This natural formation represents a strong connection between environment and human emotions, recognized throughout the world.
Visitors can observe the formation from Mount Kathépaïk after a two-hour walk or during a gyrocopter flight over the area.
The natural formation changes appearance with tides and seasons, creating variations in the definition of the heart-shaped pattern.
Location: Voh
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
Address: 3M65+V8X, Voh, New Caledonia Voh
GPS coordinates: -20.93760,164.65800
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
Heart-shaped geographic formations result from natural processes including erosion, coral growth, and tectonic activity. These features appear in various landscape types, from islands and atolls to lakes and coastlines. The distinctive shape typically becomes apparent only from aerial perspectives, making these locations popular destinations for scenic flights and aerial photography. Examples occur worldwide: the Heart Reef within Australia's Great Barrier Reef, Galešnjak Island in Croatia's Adriatic Sea, and Lake Toyoni on Japan's Hokkaido Island. Additional formations exist in the waters of French Polynesia and along North American coastlines. These sites combine geological interest with their symbolic shape, attracting visitors who seek both natural environments and the opportunity to witness these formations from above.
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