Although the seashore is most commonly associated with the word beach, beaches are also found by lakes and alongside large rivers. See more

Natural erosion and accretion
Causes
Beaches are changed in shape chiefly by the movement of water and wind. Any weather event that is associated with turbid or fast-flowing water or high winds will erode exposed … See more

Beach access is an important consideration where substantial numbers of pedestrians or vehicles require access to the beach. Allowing random access across delicate … See more

A beach is an unstable environment that exposes plants and animals to changeable and potentially harsh conditions. Some animals burrow into the sand and feed on material deposited by … See more

Beaches are the result of wave action by which waves or currents move sand or other loose sediments of which the beach is made as these … See more

History
Even in Roman times, wealthy people spent their free time on the coast. They also built large villa … See more

Amongst the world's longest beaches are:
• Eighty Mile Beach (220 kilometres [140 mi]) in north-west Australia;
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