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VATupdate Newsletter Week 35 2024

Waves

Nature is wonderful. While we spend most of our time dealing with VAT matters, it’s essential to take a break now and then. I highly recommend stepping outside for a short walk in a nearby park, forest, or, if possible, along a lake or beach shore.

Did you know that Peru is home to a beach with some of the most perfect waves in the world? It’s called Chicama, and it boasts the longest wave on the planet. What’s fascinating is that at Chicama, nearly all the waves break perfectly. It’s an ideal spot for surfers, but even if you’re not into surfing, it’s mesmerizing to watch.

The magic of Chicama lies in its almost perfectly formed waves, which are mostly hollow due to the lack of reefs—the seabed is primarily sand. The deserted Chicama shoreline culminates in a diamond-shaped headland, which causes the swells from the south to wrap around the tip, forming up to 50 wave lines. These waves travel farther up the coast than any others in the world. Under ideal conditions, they can continue for up to four kilometres, making them a favourite among surfers.

Because Chicama is such a special place, it’s also the first and only legally protected wave in the world. Peru’s government has implemented regulations to safeguard the surrounding coast. The protection was prompted by a proposed nearby port expansion project, leading the government to prohibit any construction within one kilometre of the wave that could alter its shape or affect the wind.

A perfect shape, protected by law—if only that could be said about me! For now, I’m just focused on doing VAT and trying to enjoy the outdoors. I find that walking or cycling not only helps clear my mind but also helps me work on my own shape. If you know of any nice spots near where you live or work, I’d love to hear about them.

Have a great week!

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