Where Is the Largest Pool in the World Located
The largest pool in the world is located at the San Alfonso del Mar resort in Algarrobo, Chile. It holds the Guinness World Record for the largest swimming pool by area.
Size and Key Facts
The pool covers about 20 acres and holds roughly 66 million gallons of seawater. It is more than 3,300 feet long and averages about 115 feet in depth.
How It Was Built and Operates
Engineers constructed the pool using a patented system that pumps, filters, and circulates seawater from the Pacific Ocean. The process maintains clarity and temperature while reducing the need for fresh water.
Visiting the Pool
Visitors can swim, kayak, and sail in the pool, which is part of a resort complex on Chile's central coast. For more details on the resort and records, visit the official Guinness World Records page at Guinness World Records.
