The caption for this stunning creation reads: “Lappeenrannassa oli tehty hiekkalinnoja oikein urakalla. Tulokset ovat melko upeita.” Oh, how true!

This sculpture won first place in a 2005 contest on Revere Beach.

Great detail on this gnomes-spinning-records display.

This sandcastel features color!

Hmm… he looks familiar…

This is how I feel after a long vacation.

Evidently, girls make popular sand sculpture themes, as well. I’m amazed at the texture in this mermaid’s tail …