Hormuz Island Latest News
A breathtaking natural phenomenon recently turned Iran's Hormuz Island into a global talking point, as its coastlines transformed into a surreal blood-red landscape overnight.
About Hormuz Island
- It is a hilly island of Iran on the Strait of Hormuz, between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, 8 km off the coast.
- It covers an area of 41.9 sq. km.
- It is known for its unique scenery and colorful soil, which has earned it the nickname, “Rainbow Island”.
- It is covered by sedimentary rock and volcanic ash.
- Because of the lack of precipitation, the soil and water on the island are salty.
- The landscape of Hormuz Island is mostly red in color. This is due to a high concentration of iron oxide, especially a mineral called hematite.
- Whenever waves from the ocean hit the sands of Hormuz Island, those waves turn pink.
- But although the island is well-known for its red landscape, it is also known for various other colors.
- Colors to be seen in the island’s sand and soil include red, gold, silver, and white.
- It is mostly barren. Hormuz village is the only permanent settlement.
- Fishing is the main source of income on the island.
- People native to the island belong to an ethnic group known as the Bandari.
Source: NDTV
Hormuz Island FAQs
Q1: Where is Hormuz Island located?
Ans: It is located in Iran, on the Strait of Hormuz between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
Q2: Why is Hormuz Island referred to as the “Rainbow Island”?
Ans: Because of its colorful soil and sands, which display shades like red, gold, silver, and white.
Q3: Which mineral is primarily responsible for the red color of Hormuz Island’s landscape?
Ans: Hematite (iron oxide).
Q4: Which ethnic group is native to Hormuz Island?
Ans: The Bandari people.
