This wave is called "Chicama", and it became the first wave in the world protected by state law. It occurs in Peru, where the law establishes that it will not be possible to build within 1 kilometer of the wave to avoid ruining its shape.

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image showing This wave is called "Chicama", and it became the first wave in the world protected by state law. It occurs in Peru, where the law establishes that it will not be possible to build within 1 kilometer of the wave to avoid ruining its shape.

razzorian on February 11st, 2021 at 18:29 UTC »

So, what causes the shape

Negative_Gravitas on February 11st, 2021 at 18:37 UTC »

Reminds me of how Cape St. Francis used to be. Good that they are protecting it

dogfoodcritic on February 11st, 2021 at 19:33 UTC »

The worlds longest surfing wave. Nearly 2 miles of perfect waves. https://youtu.be/UhYqGQ083jM