Some people tend to take a sample of the pink sand with them as souvenirs, although this is heavily discouraged (there are signs on the beach). This can also reduce the amount of pink visible on ...

(Photo by Laszlo Szirtesi/Getty Images) Elafonissi Beach in Greece is known for its pink sands and turquoise waters. The beach features shallow lagoons and offers other aquatic adventures.

The beach is best known for its striking pink sand that becomes more visible based on weather conditions and the season. The unique pink hue comes from microscopic organisms known as Foraminifera ...