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Best Beaches Of South India



Marari Beach, Kerala

Marari beach is a wonderful sandy stretch between Fort Kochi and Alleppey. This beach is considered among the most charming places in the whole Indian subcontinent. Life in Marari goes on as it did a hundred years ago, unperturbed by the worldly commotion. One can relax in the most obvious way –by doing nothing. Coastal lines of Marari beach are fringed with coconut trees and white sand that provides a captivating view. This relinquish beach is the perfect place to enjoy the sun and get a great tan, perfect for unwinding after exploring the small town of Fort Kochi or spending some time on the backwaters in Alleppey. A walk in the fishing village and an Ayurvedic treatment afterward is a pleasurable experience. Snake Boat Race is another unique activity this place offers. Mararikulam Shiva Temple is situated nearby and is a religious and traditional belief of many, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and worshipped by many Hindu devotees. 

Kovalam Beach, Kerala

In ‘God’s Own Country’, this is a blissful beach supported by mounting headlands and enclosed by fertile coconut palms. Placed snugly in the southern part of Kerala, Kovalam has created its presence fingered on the worldwide traveler map, owing to its clean and outlandish beaches lined with sparkling sand and tall lighthouse. The privy coves, sun-kissed beaches, and also the coastal cities of Kovalam enliven with its freshening up nature and the pristine atmosphere. It offers the most effective facilities for its beach lovers like swimming, Ayurvedic massage, sunbathing, and plenty of alternative choices. The romantic and natural ambiance of this beach does not solely add spirit and luster, however, conjointly makes the journey of life fascinating and unforgettable. 

Promenade beach, Pondicherry

It’s a wonderland for travelers and has some of the most magnificent landmarks like the War Memorial, the statue of Joan of Arc, and the heritage town hall situated on it. Additionally, one can also spot the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, old lighthouse, the remains of the old pier, Dupleix statue, and the customs house located on the Promenade Beach. The beach offers varied sports activities like volleyball and swimming throughout the evening. Waterscape, ocean spray and a myriad reaction of individuals create the beach a beautiful destination of Pondicherry.Crustaceans or animals with an exoskeleton like crabs can be found below the rocks located on the Promenade beach. Hawkers with local road food stalls and handicrafts are a standard sight close to the beach. 

Candolim beach, Goa

Just 14km away from the capital of Goa, the white sandy beach of Candolim is embellished by the scrub-covered dunes and draws a large number of travel enthusiasts from all across the world. The road along the beach, Candolim Calangute road is fully packed with shops and restaurants, but no doubt the beachfront has plenty of water activities like water-skiing, parasailing, bumpy rides, jet-skiing, catamaran sailing, banana rides, and windsurfing. Apart from all these, fishing is also popular for the one who wants a peaceful environment. Side by side, meditation, yoga, and massage have also gained huge popularity as visitors love to experience and enjoy such a pleasant atmosphere. With a huge variety of seafood, different cuisines cooked in Goan style to handicraft items and casual garments, you’ll get everything here what you seek for. Aguada Fort, Chapel of St. Lawrence and Candolim Church are also the main attractions nearby the beach. 

Sinquerim Beach, Goa

Sinquerim Beach is one of the few beaches in Goa where one can windsurf, water ski, and enjoy other water toys without any fuss. It is famous for the imposing Fort Aguada that flanks it’s the southern tip and the scores of Bollywood movies that were shot her. It is a really well-liked traveler attraction and therefore the huge sunburn music festival happens here every December. The natural inward curve of the beach makes it an excellent place to tread a lot of waters safely. One can really start a long-long walk from here to Candolim to Calangute to Baga beach as well as they are all on an unbroken stretch. Sinquerim offers an easily accessible getaway in Goa that is close to nightlife and activities. From historical forts to superb restaurants, clubs to solitary sunsets, Sinquerim has a lot to stay you busy. 

Colva Beach, Goa

Colva beach is one of the largest and striking beaches of Goa that has fine powdered white sand and bounded by coconut palms that elongate from Bogmalo to Cabo de Rama alongside the coastline of south Goa. Speckled with colonial-style villas and broken-down fishing huts, the beach looks more stunning with a wide collection of concrete hotels, souvenir stalls and snack bars all around it. It’s a romantic gateway for beach lovers that offers an opportunity to relish the fascinating sightseeing, Goan nightlife, exalting water sports, and even more or less trinket shopping. It’s one of the interesting bullfights is held in the rice field with the beats of Konkani music, which gives lots of fun and exhilaration. Enjoy an island tour along with dolphin-spotting which is exotic and dazzling. The beach shacks and restaurants stay open until the wee hours of the dawn. The most popular and happening nightspots are late bars and discos that perk up and rock the crowd to enjoy the whole night.

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