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Monster waves in Europe's largest underwater canyon
Every year, the town of Nazaré experiences a huge wave season when the water can rise up to 30m high.
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Every year, the town of Nazaré experiences a huge wave season when the water can rise up to 30m high.
According to ocean researcher, Mr. Tom Durrant, the above wave broke the record for the highest wave also in the Southern hemisphere in 2012 was 22.03m.
For centuries these deadly waves are considered myths - towering water walls are the cause of the mysterious disappearance of ships. However, on the occasion of welcomin…