The arch
Out at sea.
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London Arch is an offshore natural arch in Port Campbell National Park, Victoria, on the Great Ocean Road about 6 km west of the town of Port Campbell in a straight line. It was formerly known as London Bridge and is one of the best-known stops on the road. The arch formed through the gradual erosion of limestone by the waves, and until 1990 it was a complete double-span natural bridge joined to the mainland. On the evening of 15 January 1990 the span closer to the shore collapsed without warning, leaving two tourists stranded on the outer section; they were rescued by helicopter and no one was hurt. It has since been renamed London Arch. The golden arch stands alone in the sea, with a wide opening beneath it that the waves sweep through and limestone layers showing in its sides. High honey-coloured cliffs, a small sandy beach and blue-green water with white breakers surround it. Visitors drive to a nearby car park and walk a short path to viewing platforms on the clifftop. The arch itself cannot be reached. It combines easily with the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and The Grotto in one day. The light is best at sunset.
Out at sea.
Honey-coloured.
The best light.
Great Ocean Road, near Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia
No, view it from the platforms.
At sunset.