Iran’s Hormuz Island Turned Red After Heavy Rain, Videos Go Viral

Heavy rains on Hormuz Island in southern Iran have turned parts of its shoreline red. The area, locally known as Red Beach, now glows in bright crimson as rainwater washes iron-rich soil into the sea.

Videos and photos shared on social media show rainwater carrying red mineral soils from the island’s slopes into the ocean. This mix of sediment and water gives the shoreline and shallow waters an intense red color.

Hormuz Island, located in the Strait of Hormuz in the Arabian Gulf, is famous for its colorful landscapes. The island’s soil, called golak locally, is rich in iron. It is used in art, industry, and cultural crafts. When rainwater flows over the cliffs, it washes this red soil into the ocean, creating the striking red effect.

Tourists and photographers visit the island to witness this natural phenomenon. Videos on platforms like Instagram show the red shore and waters immediately after rainfall, attracting global attention.

This color change is not everyday, but it is a known natural occurrence caused by the island’s unique geology. Minerals like iron oxide in the soil produce the bright red color in water. Some have called it “blood rain,” although no biological material is involved.

Hormuz Island, also called the Rainbow Island, is famous for its multi-colored terrain. Apart from red, the island has yellow, orange, and other vibrant hues. Its colorful cliffs, rugged shoreline, and historic sites make it a popular destination for travelers all year round.