India attracts a lot of tourists due to its diversity in culture, festivals, food, and places. The country is also a top destination for beach lovers, as it’s surrounded by three oceans. The Arabian Sea (west), the Indian Ocean, (South), and the Bay of Bengal (East).
Each zone presents an exciting gateway for scenic beauty and water sports adventures. So, pack up your flip-flops, sunglass, hats, and sunscreen, and there you go.
Dandi Beach (Historic Importance)
Location: Gujarat
Famous for: Dandi March by Mahatma Gandhi
Best time to visit: October to March
Dandi beach is one of the well-known Indian beaches located in the Dandi district, Gujrat. It is near this beach, where Mahatma Gandhi completed his salt satyagraha march in protest to the salt tax law established by the British government. The monument of Mahatma Gandhi is constructed in Dandi Beach.
It is one of the cleanest beaches along the Arabian shoreline. Those of who are interested in history, do visit this beach to enjoy a peaceful and enlightening walk.
Tithal Beach ( International Kite Festival)
Location: Gujarat
Famous for: Black Sand, Kite competition
Best time to visit: June- July
This beach spreads from the Arabian Sea to Tithal town in Valsad district, Gujrat. It is renowned for its Beach festival and also hosts the International Kite Festival.
It is endowed with two temples which are Shree Shirdi Saibaba Sansthan and Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and a meditation center.
Recently, aquatic sports like speed boats and Jet-ski is open for adrenaline thirsty tourists.
Mandrem Beach (Great Spot for Surfers)
Location: North Goa
Famous for: Exotic palm trees, cashew feni
Best time to visit: October to February
A coastal region village that is a sought out beach for tourists. Mandrem Beach lies at the center of the twin beaches of Arambol and Ashwem. Famous for fishing activities the beach tops the list for swimmers and surfers. Rejuvenation centers like meditation and yoga give the needed peaceful ambiance the visitors need. Best beach for foreign travelers.
Tarkarli Beach (Queen of beaches)
Location: Sindhudurg, Maharashtra
Famous for: Casurina trees, water sports.
Best time to visit: October to March
Located in Malvan town, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra.
Tarkarli beach is crowned as the Queen of beaches among the Konkan region.
It is a remote region and is famous for its Scuba diving centers especially the one in tsunami islands. A flurry of temples and forts also surround the region.
Panambur Beach (Scenic Sunset)
Location: Karnataka
Famous for: Boat Race, Sand sculpture competition
Best time to visit: October to February
Panambur beach is one of the prominent beaches located in the city of Mangalore, Karnataka. It’s quite famous due to its proximity to the city and is adjacent to the New Mangalore Port.
Known for its scenic sunset views, it also hosts a variety of festivals namely the beach and the kite festival that is renowned internationally. Boat races, sand sculpture contests, and air shows are also part of the festivities.
Maravanthe Beach (Village Landscape)
Location: Karnataka
Famous for: Known as Virgin Beach
Best time to visit: September to March
Maravanthe Beach is located in the village of the same name, Maravanthe. It is the perfect destination if you are looking to escape from the daily hustle-bustle of the city. Considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Karnataka it also houses the Suparnika river that etches its mark around the region before joining the sea thereby, creating one-of-a-kind scenery. The NH-66 highway divides these two distinct water bodies.
Maraswamy Temple is present on the shores of the beach.
Talasari Beach (Famous for Carbs)
Location: Odisha
Famous for: Seafood, fishing
Best time to visit: October to December
Talasari beach lies on the north-eastern coast of India and is situated in the Baleswar district of Odisha.
It is a serene beach still escaping human attention. It derives its name from the row of palm trees gently swaying with the breeze. Different species of crabs have made this beach their home.
Also, during February, you might witness flowers blooming from the cashew trees whose kernel is edible. A beach to visit if you need some solitude.
Promenade Beach (War Memorial)
Location: Pondicherry
Famous for: Old Lighthouse, Heritage Town Hall, The statue of Joan of Arc.
Best time to visit: December to March
Famously known as Rock or Pondicherry beach this one is a quite popular seafront in the city of Puducherry.
The beach starts from War memorial and ends up at Dupleix park. The beach is also adorned with a statue of Mahatma Gandhi. The early morning and late-night view from this beach is a view to bet for!
Kanyakumari (Three Seas meet here)
Location: Tamilnadu
Famous for: Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thirparappu Falls, Sthanumalayan Kovil
Best time to Visit: October to February
The coastal region of Tamil Nadu is lined with paddy fields and beautifully carved mountainous slopes leading to grand hilltops with complementing valleys. The only location in India where you can watch sunset and sunrise at the same time on the beach. A very popular destination as Kanyakumari beach has temples and churches that capture visitors’ attention.
Radhanagar Beach (Havelock Island)
Location: Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Also famous for Elephant and Kalapathar Beach
Best time to visit: October to May
An amazing three-hour journey from Port Blair lands you at this breezy white sand beach. Havelock Island is a land of crystal reflecting water, unique corals, and dense forests. The beach is a paradise for water-sports lovers. You have options to immerse yourself into the world of snorkeling, scuba diving, and deep-sea adventures.
Anjuna Beach ( Jewel of Ozran)
Location: Goa
Famous for: Burger Factory, full-moon parties, Sunburn festival.
Best time to visit: October to March
Located near Panjim, this two km long beach is very famous for its nightlife parties. Endowed with rocky structures and varied cuisine this one is a favorite hotspot among international tourists as well. Add on flea markets, water sports, and beach shacks into the mix and voila it’s a heaven on earth kind of place. No surprise that it’s called the Jewel of Ozran. The place has its unique charm which stays with you for a long time.
Morjim Beach (Little Russia)
Location: Goa
Famous for: Nesting habitat for endangered turtles
Best time to visit: January to March
Now of the most famous and serene beaches of North Goa, this region is also known as “Little Russia” owing to its Russian influence. The region is known for its Russian cuisine. It is one of the three nesting regions of Olive Ridley turtles and thus is a protected environment. Beach parties are prohibited near or on the beach.
However, places farther than the beach are always buzzing with parties and music. Due to its shallow depth, it’s more suited for swimming activities and kite-surfing.
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