If you leave the bustling Spanish hotspot of Alicante behind and drive south, you'll find a dazzling lake that's completely pink in colour (Image: Getty Images) A hidden gem just an hour's drive from the bustling Spanish holiday hotspot of Alicante is causing a stir among travellers seeking unique experiences. The Laguna Salada de Torrevieja, not as widely known as its neighbouring city, boasts an extraordinary pink lake that has become a social media sensation. While Alicante may ring a bell for sun-seekers, many are yet to discover the stunning Laguna Salada de Torrevieja, where the water shimmers in shades of pink and flamingoes add to the vibrant scene.

Adventurous American traveller Cari Padula ventured to this remarkable spot and took to TikTok in June to share her adventure, calling it "one of the coolest and most unique experiences" she's ever had, reports the Mirror . function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.

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