The World's Largest Swimming Pool
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Largest Swimming Pool in the World
You may think those Olympic sized swimming pools on TV during the summer games are impressive. At about 50 feet by 25 feet, these pools are more than twice the size of your standard in-ground swimming pool, which is usually around 12 feet by 24 feet. But, even the Olympic pool pales in stature to the mother of all swimming pools found at the San Alfonso del Mar resort in Chile.
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It Really Is Big!
This vast pool, which was recently recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest pool in the world, lies beside the Pacific Ocean in Chile. The pool measures an incredible 1,000 meters in length, covers an astounding 20 acres, has an enormous 115 ft deep end. Not surprisingly, the pool takes quite a bit of water to fill it. In fact, it holds a total of 66 million gallons of water. The seawater pool is drawing crowds from all over, if for no other reason than its massive size.
The second largest pool in the world is found in Morocco. Called the Orthlieb, but nicknamed the Big Splash, this pool is substantially smaller and measures only 150 yards long and 100 yards wide.
Construction of the World's Biggest Swimming Pool
How do you go about constructing and maintaining the world's largest pool? With a lot of hard work! This vast pool took five years to build and cost nearly one billion Euros (over 1.5 billion US dollars using today's exchange rates) to complete. In addition, in order to keep the pool clean and in good working condition, it requires an estimated two million Euros (over 3 million US dollars by today's exchange rates) per year.
Biochemist Fernando Fischmann, who works for Crystal Lagoons Corporation, helped in the design of this monster pool. He said the pool required the use of advanced engineering, which allowed the company to create "an impressive artificial paradise." He continued to say "As long as we have access to unlimited seawater, we can make it work without any harmful effects to the ocean." As such, many environmentalists are pleased with the results of this large pool, which provides people with a form of entertainment and refreshment without wreaking havoc on the earth.
San Alfonso Del Mar
Water to Fill the Pool
Since its construction, the enormous man-made lagoon has been attracting both locals and tourists to the San Alfonso Del Mar resort at Algarrobo, which lies on Chile's southern coastline. The pool relies on a computer operated suction and filtration system to keep the water fresh and clear.
The water used to fill the pool is constantly pumped in from the Pacific Ocean, which can be found right next door to the pool, and it is later released back into the sea at the other end of the pool. Since the pool is still smaller than the sea, the sun is able to warm the water to about nine degrees above that of the neighboring sea and maintains a 26 degree Celsius temperature (almost 79 degrees Fahrenheit).
Stay at the San Alfonso Del Mar Resort
Children and adults alike who stay at the San Alfonso del Mar resort have access to the vast pool. The water is said to be so clear that you can see right to the bottom even on the deep end. In addition, it is so large in size and so deep at its far end that it is navigable in small boats.
his large man-made lagoon is the main attraction for the resort it calls home. Surrounded by white sandy beaches and beautiful palm trees, the resort was already a beautiful place to visit before the construction of the pool. The climate of the area is also quite favorable, providing a great deal of sunshine and opportunities for outdoor fun.
The fun is not dependent on the weather at San Alfonso, however, as the resort also has the only indoor beach in South America. This beach features heated sand, waterfalls, jet massages and bubble beds.
Travel Resources to Chile
- Discount Hotels in Valparaiso, Chile
Find places to stay near the largest swimming pool in the world. - San Alfonso Del Mar
The home of the world's biggest swimming pool. - Chile Travel Planner
Planning a trip to Chile? This is a great site to get all the local secrets and tips. - Chile Wine Tours
- Republic of Chile
The resort also has large balcony apartments with between two and five bedrooms in each room. It also features an attractive interior design, maid service, and more. Spacious and luxurious, the resort is the perfect place for relaxation any time of year and in any weather.
There are also numerous activities for the entire family to enjoy. If you get tired of swimming in the seawater lagoon, you can enjoy the spa treatments, sports, clubs, fine dining, gym, snorkeling, and water playgrounds that are also found at the resort. The vast seawater lagoon is the beautiful centerpiece to a resort unlike any other. Truly innovative in its technology, it has managed to create a paradise that isn't limited by Mother Nature or by the imagination.
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Damnn, that's one big pool and i could do with a holiday... (sigh)!
Awesome Hub, nice to see something cool.
Let me at it! Wow 90's here this week - -NEED this :)
It's a great time of year to see such a beautiful oasis! We're in the thick of summer here in the US, and these 90+ degree temps sure make that pool enticing.
Thanks for the comments all!
Cool pool! You don't have to worry about it being over crowded. Makes me want to jump right in!
Great interest article. Impressive pool, makes you feel like taking a holiday. Thanks for sharing. C.S. Alexis
Very interesting Hub. Neither of the 2Patricias has even been to South America, not Morocco! We do live near the Channel though - plenty of (cold) water for swimming!
wow! That all I can say!lol
I want to go there!Thanks for sharing!
Wow. That's greate. Very nice hub. :)
The pictures look absolutely beautiful!
i'll be there in december!
Wow! Well, you must come back and tell us all about it, and take lots of photos!
Thanks for everyone's comments :o)
Thats a giagantic pool! I've never seen a freaking that big.
Awesome! Perfect for vacation...
looks like the oceans gonna come right up to itwhat about the high tides at nite!!!????
Wow that is so awesome!
wow! what else can be said.
I have to admit I did not know this existed. It is breathtaking!
Ill be going there pretty soon!
Cool Sting-Ray...bring us back some photos!
one more place for me to visit before I die.
Imagine that! :) whew! Interesting hub :)
Wow I want to swim in one of those pools. The pool here at my apartment might win a place in the Guinness book of records as the "smallest pool ever" unfortunately!
Ha! Maybe I will write about the smallest pool next! :o)
wow' what a wast.tody in the world so many people suffer from poverty. they have no food, close. madisen, even clear water for drinking, and we making the pools.
Nice hub! Lots of great info about this cool pool, which really is a sight to see. One thing about the Algarrobo region of Chile (where the resort is) -- it is REALLY touristy. Staying at this resort it is easy to forget what country you are in. My advise to those people staying here: Make sure you see other parts of this beautiful country as well.
VERY NICE, AND INTERESTING
why have a pool that large right next to the ocean? Is it not safe to swim in the ocean?
Great hub! Very interesting hub with nice images.
I thought some of the local water parks were over the top, but they're not even close.
This is a great article and I so want to swim in this pool!
Nice hub. It shows that we have fun here in south america ;-b
now that's a big pool... great hub ;)
now that's a big pool... great hub ;)
this is nice... thanks for sharing it with us. :-)
WOW!! That's a huge pool.
WONDERFUL !!!! THANK YOU.
So Cooooooooool!
Gorgeous pictures. Another good thing about having a pool that big, no SHARKS!
That's HUGE
Wow! that is really HUGE!!! Pretty cool hey!
Interesting article. I never even knew about this. What an engineering feat! I am impressed upon the size and constrution of such a large pool. Then to add another, the second. Wow!
I would not mind seeing them in person.
Great post! Thanks for the information!
Hi ! Travel grl thats grt Hub but wen u r going to write about smallest pool in the world.......hahaha
well grt ....! Keep discovering
Andy ( Joula )
wow very nice pool
Sensacional!!!!
Wow, that's all I can say, I'm in awe.
how much does this cost?
Insane... insanely cool! :D
Super stinking cool. I want to sail on it!
What a great write up - I can't wait to go there! I had no clue that they made a pool this big...the only thing I don't get is...aren't they right on the ocean? Does anyone really know why you would want to build this kind of pool when you live by the ocean? I would enjoy and all but it doesn't really make a lot of sense
yaaaaaaaaaaaa ,
it,s sobig pools . i like it much more i swimmed for many times
i like it
World's Largest Swimming Pool that is realy big
awesome! Thanks for sharing! I wish to visit these places! Great attraction and vacation getaway!
That's fantastic. Thanks for posting this hub.
Great Hub! I had no idea this existed.
I never knew anything about this pool. This thing is crazy, is that a sailboat I see in the pool? Cool Hub
Amazingly huge! Wish someday I could go swimming in that incredibly large swimming pool!
I never imagined until now anyone building pools this large. They are beautiful and an engineering masterpiece. To see one in person, I would be in awe. Thnaks for a very unique Hub.
WOW!!! Beautiful pool! Many thanks travelgirl for sharing.
Great place.
What a pool!!! I would have never known, what a great hub! When I read the title to this hub I thought, "well by golly the biggest pool in the world is the ocean!" Funny that the biggest pool in the world sits right neside the ocean!
An Olympic size swimming pool, is 50 meters by 25 meters. When you compete in a 50 meter pool it is called long course (opposed to short course which is 25 meters long.)
What can be more stupid that building a pool just in front of the sea?
This is out of control! Where did they come up with this?
I think having a large pool in front of the beach is awesome... some people are not comfortable swimming in ocean, so they can get the feeling of doing it while being in the safety of a pool.
Wow that is an AMAZING pool.
this pool looks increadiable
this pool is so awesome i wish i was there right now
poor bastard who has to clean that pool...
Wow!!! Incredible!!
Indeed this is World's Largest Swimming Pool, amazing!
That is a big pool.
ive swam in that pool
weird
My friend and I just came back from visiting the world largest pool in Chile but it took us 3 hours to get inside. We went trough 4 different people just to take a few pics inside. We were told by the manager that is is not opened to turists because it is private property. My question is "Why da hell would u create the world's larget pool and not allow acess to tourist?". But hey its Chile and that is the way they work it down here. Thankfully after much insisting the manager made a n exception and allowed us to take a few pics. its definately worth giving it a try.!!! i recommend it:)
CJStone Level 5 Commenter 3 years ago
That's a hellova pool!