Ten Most Beautiful Beaches of India

I am a trekker at heart but God I have a blood relation with beaches. My friends call me the "Sunshine" girl. Rightly so. My love for the sunny beaches is no secret. I give you the ten most beautiful beaches in India that are a must visit. 

Tarkarli Beach: : A long, narrow stretch of Beach with pristine white sand and azure blue water in the coastal area of Maharashtra is just what to you are looking for on a quiet weekend getaway. It is located at Tarkarli which is a village in Malvan Taluka, district Sindhudurg. From the beach, one can see the famous naval fort Sindhudurg built by Shivaji Maharaj together with the other sea fort Padmagarh. You can also indulge in water adventures like Snorkeling, Scuba diving and Boating.

Karaikal Beach: Calm and tranquil water, glittering sand, the much needed seclusion and resorts and cottages providing a brilliant sight of the sea, this is what Pondicherry beaches are all about. And the Karaikal beach is just the ideal package of all of these. It has a breathtaking view of the confluence Arasalar River and the Arabian Sea. If you panoramic view of the sunrise then this beach is a must visit. You can also enjoy the boating club on the beautiful backwaters of the Arasalar. The nearest airport to the beach is Trichy (Trichirapalli), the nearest Railway Station is at Nagore and regular buses ply from Pondicherry. 

Light house Beach: The Lighthouse Beach is a part of the famous Kovalam Beach. It is the southernmost beach and the one most frequented by tourists. It got its name due to the old Vizhinjam Lighthouse located on a rocky patch amidst the beach. The beach has not pristine, glittery sand, or it does not have vastness to boast of, a kind of unnatural commercialization has taken a toll really but that is not an end to the story. The sight of the lighthouse and those mighty waves beating against the rocks kind of makeup for everything.

Agonda Beach: If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing me-time you sure got to visit Agonda Beach, Goa. It isn’t as majestic as Bagha or Calangute but it definitely is much less frequented by tourists and your bonus surely is that it looks heavenly and inviting. Palolem is just 15 minutes by motorbike (10 km) away - but Agonda is generally cheaper, quieter, hassle-free and has much less "touristic" feel to it.

Varkala Beach: Also known as Papanasam beach, the Varkala Beach in Kerala gives us a wide angle view of the Indian Ocean. The word Papanasam means wash away sins. It is believed that a dip in the waters of Papanasam Beach washes away all the sins in one's life. Varkala beach is the only place in southern Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea, a unique geological feature in an otherwise flat Kerala coast. The beach is a paradise for tourists looking for sun-bathing and swimming. Sunset here is must-watch event every day.

Radhanagar Beach: One of the popular beaches located at Havelock Island in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Radhanagar beach is the favorite among all nature lovers who love to explore. It offers a wide range of fauna and flora for one to explore. It's calm and clean surrounding offers a soothing sensation. To make you feel great I have this little piece of info for you; It was named "Best Beach in Asia" by Time in 2004.It is ideal for sea bathing and sun-basking. Radhanagar Beach is situated at a place which is 7 kilometers away from Dolphin Yatri Niwas at Havelock Island.

Rushikonda Beach: The lovely Rushikonda beach in Vishakhpatnam with golden sands and vast stretch of water is the best beach in Vizag. Rushikonda Beach, an ideal location to engage in water sports, is spectacular with its golden sand and the tidy waves of Bay of Bengal. It attracts a huge crowd of tourists day by day and many of them enjoy swimming, water skiing and wind surfing. 

   

Mandarmani Beach: Yeah ok I am being a little partial here but most of the other sites are too. They do write a lot about the southern beaches but miss out on the West Bengal and Orissa beaches. But you surely should know some of the resplendent beaches of Eastern India and Mandarmani definitely top the chart. Mandarmani is an isolated beach located in East Medinipur, one of the southern districts of West Bengal. It is almost 180km from Kolkata airport. Away from the hustle-bustle of city life, this newly developed destination has become a tourist hotspot. This 13 km long sea-beach on the Bay of Bengal coast offers a breath-taking view of the sea.

Gokarna: Gokarna is a town in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state, India. Gokarna is the smaller, cleaner and less frequented version of Goa. Now you must have already guessed that it is the seventh heaven. It surely is. Gokarna has four beaches the most popular among them being the Gokarna and Om beaches having religious significance. The other secluded beaches are Paradise and Half-moon Beaches, but beauties nevertheless.

Vagator Beach: It is the northernmost beach of Bardez Taluka, Goa. It is located on the opposite bank of the Chapora River from Morjim in Pernem. Vagator Beach has dramatic red cliffs looking down on the shore and two fresh water springs within a stone's throw of the sea. Vagator Beach is split into two main beaches by a seaside headland which holds the car park and lots of stalls selling trinkets, clothes, soft drinks and snacks. As you face the sea, on your right is North Vagator Beach (Big Vagator) and on your left Ozran Beach, more commonly known as Little Vagator.

A secret entry:

Bangaram Beach: Bangaram beach in Lakshadweep is synonymous with Bangaram Island. According to Sunday Times Travel Magazine, Bangaram beach is among the world's ten topmost secret beaches. Bangaram island in the midst of Indian Ocean is inhabited by the employees of a luxury resort and its guests. Silvery beaches with swaying coconut palms, coral reefs and turquoise blue lagoons make Bangaram a heavenly escapade for travel enthusiasts.

Some special entries:

You must understand that choosing ten best beaches is particularly hard when you are in no dearth of choice. You have your own preferences and that kind of reflects on the choices you make. However I want you to know it all and hence I note down some beaches that I find amazing yet I could not include in the top ten spot.

Udupi, Karnataka: One of the cleanest beaches I have seen. White sand and blue water gives you a heady concoction of awesomeness. If you are around Karnataka this is a must visit. And your perk? It is the St. Mary’s Island.

Ullal Beach, Mangalore: Karnataka, with its 320 kilometer coastline, has many popular beaches. Among the many beaches in Karnataka, Ullal Beach is arguably one of the best. Stretched out in a hue of blue and green, this beach is a prime tourist attraction of the state.

Marari Beach, Alappuzha, Kerala: Little known Marari Beach, not far from Alleppey in Kerala,India is perfect for those people exploring the Kerala backwaters who feel like some time at the beach as well. The name Marari is shortened from from Mararikulam, a small and sleepy fisherman's village.Marari Beach is located in Kerala, a short distance from Alleppey and 60 kilometers from Cochin.

Gopalpur and Chandipur Beaches, Orissa: Gopalpur is a town and a Notified Area Council on the Bay of Bengal coast in Ganjam district in the southern part of Odisha, India. Once a commercial port, it is now a famous sea beach and tourist destination around 15 km from Berhampur. 

Have you seen the sea disappear in front of your eyes? A unique phenomenon rarely seen anywhere else, the sea recedes by as much as five kilometers every day on the Chandipur beach in eastern India, not just enthralling the onlooker but also offering an opportunity to literally walk into the sea.

Goa serves you a plethora of beaches. I will mention the most beautiful ones.

North Goa: Candolim, Sinquerim, Mandrem and Miramar Beaches.

South Goa: Palolem, Varca, Mabor, Cavelossim and Colva Beaches.

Kashid Beach, Maharashtra: I will come up with an article featuring the best of Konkan coastline and you will get a more detailed description of this Beach there. So look out for my next update.

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