Azure Window stone arches before collapsing into the sea

The massive storm with strong waves caused the collapse of a special limestone structure, a tourist attraction on the island nation of Malta on March 8.

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Azure Window is a famous tourist destination in Dwejra Bay, Gozo Island, Malta Island.(Photo: Investorplace).

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The Azure Window in Maltese is "it-Tieqa tad-Dwejra" (Dwejra window).(Photo: Drscdn).

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This limestone arch is 28m long, formed by natural corrosion.The size of the gate arch is gradually increased after the collapse of rock in the years 2000-2013.(Photo: Travelandleisure).

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This is the place that attracts tourists all over the world when coming to Malta.The color of the stone arch, the same color of the sea of ​​jade in the sun creates a spectacular natural scenery.(Photo: Holidayguru).

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Activities are very popular with visitors when visiting Azure Window is swimming, diving and sailing.(Photo: Holidayguru).

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The beauty of Azure Window is included in many works of art, painting, cinema, Hollywood blockbusters such as "Clash of Titans" or "Game of Thrones".(Photo: Amazonaws).

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After several falling rocks, the Maltese government advised visitors not to go through the dome, but this warning was ignored by many people.(Photo: Trover).

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Azure appeared in a movie of "Game of Thones" , a hit drama on HBO.(Photo: HBO).

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Many people climbed over, stood on the roof of the roof to admire the beautiful view of Dwejra Bay and took pictures of memories.(Photo: Nytimes).

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However, strong seas, big waves caused this famous dome to collapse on March 8.(Photo: News.wfsu).

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Many tourists feel regretful when the beautiful images of Azure stone dome (Gozo island) will only be stored in books and memories of those who have been lucky to come here.(Photo: Twitter / Alan).