By Karen Bartlett for the Toronto Star

ARUBA — Arubans were in shock this fall when they awoke to find their centuries-old landmark gone — dissolved into the sea.

The Natural Bridge was a stunning 30.5-metre coral arch, which soared 7.6 metres above the sea. Lovers gravitated to the spot for romantic golden sunsets; daredevil body-boarders and surfers sought thrills against the wild waters and the sharp rocks below.

It was formed by the savage waves that smash against the coral cliffs of Aruba's wild side. For centuries, this raging surf has pounded, retreated and returned with foaming vengeance, chiselling out the mysterious caves and grottoes of Aruba's northeastern coast and creating one of its most photographed natural wonders.

But here's a secret that even many locals don't know: there are six more coral bridges on Aruba's wild windward side.

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