The rapids here are famous for their spectacular whirlpools, which attract extreme kayakers and divers from all over the world. Roland Point and North Point offer the best viewing points. One fanciful notion is that the whirlpool got its distinctive name after early settlers thought that the churning waters sounded like a pig.
Situated in the narrow strait between the islands of Jura and Scarba off the west coast of Scotland, the Corryvreckan is the third largest whirlpool in the world. The flow of water creates waves up to nine metres high, and the roar of the maelstrom can be heard up to 16 kilometres away.
By the time she finishes washing it, the cloth is white, becoming the snow that rests upon the land. Although the whirlpool was once declared unnavigable by the Royal Navy, boats offer sightseeing tours from local harbours.
At its height of its powers, the currents here reach 20 knots. The maelstrom can be viewed from the shore, from the bridge that spans the strait, or on special boat tours.
Saltstraumen is also famous for its fishing, including cod, saithe, wolf fish and halibut. The world record saithe was caught here, weighing at an impressive Despite the danger, whirlpools are a fascinating natural phenomenon. Many people enjoy watching strong maelstroms spin away from the safety of dry land. Go for it—just keep a safe distance! C, CCRA. WATER you waiting for? Find a friend or family member to help you with the activities below!
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Learn more about ocean currents in this experiment! Make sure an adult helps you, and check the supply list before getting started. Which of these would you most like to see in person?
Choose one and plan a trip to visit it. Will you drive or fly? Are there special tours you can take? What will you pack for your trip? Ask a grown-up to help you with all the steps of planning a trip. Experiments have shown that whirlpools often pull objects to the bottom of the sea bed. They may then be moved along the sea floor by ocean currents. If the object can float, it may come back to the surface a long way from where the whirlpool is located.
Did You Know? Large ships are generally in no danger from whirlpools, although some reports from ancient history say otherwise. It is thought that the mythical Charybdis of the Greeks may have been a whirlpool off the coast of Sicily, capable of swallowing small ships. Small boats and swimmers must use caution around whirlpools.
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