Nudity is a state of being in which a human is not wearing clothing or specifically is not covering the genitals. Nakedness , or the loss of body fur, was one of the physical characteristics that marked the evolution of anatomically modern humans from their hominini ancestors. For many thousands of years, humans wore no clothing, which continues to be the norm in some isolated indigenous societies in tropical climates. It is generally accepted that the widespread adoption of clothing occurred as people migrated to other climates which required protection from the elements. In addition, as societies developed from being hunter-gatherers to being agrarian, clothing became part of cultural evolution as individuals and groups became differentiated by status and class.

Also Read - Guys Only Trip? Ever dreamt of shedding all your inhibitions and going all out? Companies like eWaterways and Bare Necessities Tour and Travel offer the best nude cruises and clothing-optional vacations. So the naturist in you can bask under the warm sun on the deck of the cruise wearing nothing but a smile. Germany has legalized public nudity and it has six urban naked zones, all located in Parkland, for anyone who wishes to enjoy nature in the buff because, well, nudity is cool. Photograph Courtesy : Wikimedia Commons.

But sometimes, a nude beach experience can be a little slice of fully nude paradise. We've already shared our favorite nude beaches in the US and outlined the rules of nudist resorts. But you can use that extra time to plan the perfect trip… and maybe do a few extra crunches. Corniglia, Italy This small shoreline's a far cry from the Riviera's tourist-packed beaches, but well worth the short trek through a pitch-black tunnel don't forget a flashlight in the mountainous Cinque Terre region. You'll be rewarded with an isolated beach populated by naked Italians.

Kapari Beach, Greece: a peaceful white sand beach, nudist-friendly, with transparent crystal clear Photo by Nicolas Economou. While connected to the current heat wave in sweltering Europe and to changes in attitude about the body, polls show that a rising popularity of nudism in many countries of the world is also linked to Covid confinement. Naturists associations have been noting the interest in nudism and increases in their membership during the coronavirus pandemic — and the media is paying attention:. Naturists practice yoga in the Bois de Vincennes on the outskirts of Paris before the Covid