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Beaches in Andhra Pradesh
The state of Andhra Pradesh is home to some of the most scenic beaches in India.
Boasting with a long stretch of nearly 1000-kms of naturally enriched coastline, out of the
twenty-three districts of Andhra Pradesh, eight are having direct access to the sea with
breathtaking beauty of blue waters. The beaches of Andhra's coast here are pure and unspoiled
an ideal for a beach holiday. The sands soaked with golden sunshine are ideal if you are seeking
a healthy tan in the most natural surroundings..
Bheemunipatnam Beach
The most attractive feature of Bheemunipatnam is its beach, which is perhaps matchless for
its beauty all along the east coast.
Considered to be one of the safest beach sites in Andhra Pradesh state, this beach site has got
one of the finest sea resorts of India, known as Bheemli.
Ramakrishna Beach
The combination of both Ramakrishna Beach And Lawson's Bay present a very picturesque site.
It presents quite a contrast with its long and calm water stretches from the busy city life
of Vishakhaptnam.
Manginapudi Beach
Manginapudi deserve to be a must visit place because its blessed with some of the most
mesmerizing scenic sites and partly from being a historic port city.
It's also a popular health resort as well as an ideal picnic spot in Andhra Pradesh.
Mypad Beach
The brilliant coastline of the Nellore district makes its beach sites one of the most luring
sites for beach lovers. Mypad is one such beach, whose lush green environment and sun kissed
sands will really make you that why they call the long strolls on the beaches are the most
memorable ones.
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Beaches in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is another coastal state of India with a good number of seaside resorts
and beach resorts. One of the major features of the beaches of Maharashtra is a fact
that they live essentially safe waters, making them the perfectly ideal family beach sites.
If one has a special interest in forts and their history, check out the costal fort sites of
Maharashtra, the perfect place to start on an enlightening heritage tour.
Juhu Beach
Juhu is one of the largest and frequently visited tourist beaches of India on the shores of
Arabian Sea. Mostly famous as the best hangout zone of Mumbai city this place mainly attracts
people to get a taste of the famous Mumbai Bhelpuri and Kulfi.
Marine Drive - Chowpatty Beach
Chopwpatty beach is situated in the heart of Mumbai and has got rich historical link ups with
the freedom movement. Presently this is the spot where Lord Ganesha's images are immersed after
the conclusion of the Ganesha Chaturthi festival.
Madh Island Beach
Madh Island is a popular picnic spot, dotted with exquisite bungalows and an urban aura.
This place has a reputation of being the spot to check out for the most lavish beach parties
held outside Mumbai.
Marve-Manori-Gorai
Lying to the north of Mumbai, are three beautiful and serene getaways, for those who are craving
to take a break from the hectic and chaotic city life. Marve is a quaint little fishing village,
the nearest and the quietest of the three. Gorai and Manori, a little further away, are more
popular for their wonderful all night beach parties.
Ganapatipule Beach
If one prefers a beach with a religious flavour, then Ganapatipulle is the best resort. Set
along the western cost of Maharashtra, this place is one of the 'Ashta Ganapati' pilgrimage
sites of India.
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Beaches in Gujarat
The best way to start touring the beach journey of Gujarat is from the nearby island destination
of Diu. Diu has got a laid back atmosphere and is blessed some of the most scenic beaches of
situated on the west coast of India. Gujarat also boasts with the longest coastline of India,
with a stretch of the 1600-kms.
Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach
One of the finest beach resorts of the country, Ahmedpur Mandvi offers exciting options to
entertain oneself by lazing in the beach, swimming, or enjoying water sports. The beautiful
sea attractions over here include lovely blue waters, lots of birdlife, sandy beaches and
colourful fishing hamlets.
Beyt Dwarka
Though its quite a popular pilgrimage center, always thronged with pilgrims and tourists,
still Dwarka has some fine stretches of beach to offer where you can always find a quiet
spot to unwind. A site to see are the shore birds that gather in large numbers along the
coast at dusk.
Diu Beach
A sensuous blend of sun, sand and deep blue sea, Diu Island is situated 125 kms from Junagadh.
This beach island will also attention-grabbing because of its Portuguese colonial period
architecture reflected beautifully in its churches, public buildings, bungalows, clean wide
roads, neat clean beaches etc.
Somnath & Veraval Beach
Crouched in the shadow of a Portuguese fort on the opposite, northern side of the headland from
Vagator, Chapora, 10-km from Mapusa, is a lat busier than most north coast villages. Dependent
on fishing and boat building, it has, to a great extent, retained a life of its own independent
of tourism. The workaday indifference to the annual invasion of Westerners is most evident on
the main street, lined with as many regular stores as travellers cafes and restaurants.
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Beaches in Kerala
Kerala beaches may be take a backseat because of the backwaters, but entire 900-km
length of the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut
palms that definitely merit a visit in every tourist itinerary. Touring the beach sites of
Kovalam can make any beach holiday a delightful one, as Kerala's beaches are renowned for the
gentle surf and blue waters.
Kovalam Beach in Kerala
Kovalam village is small village situated on the Malabar Coast along the Kerala shoreline.
This sleepy town suddenly caught the attention of tourists from all over the world when its
fabulous beaches were discovered. Kovalam beach can be divided into three parts. The most
popular among the three beaches is the southern most known as the Lighthouse Beach. Middle
one is called Hawah, which acts as a base for the local fisherman every morning. The northern
most beach, Samudra, is least affected of all by the changing times and the tourist inflow.
Marari Beach in Kerala
Marari originates from " Mararikulam ", one of the local fishing villages, where life still
goes on much as it did a hundred years ago, with the men going out to sea each day to earn a
living bringing in the daily catch. Completely new to the holiday maker. Marari offers endless
miles of superb sand beaches backed by swaying palms, virgin territory where you can experience
the local charm and traditional Kerala beach holiday.
Kumarakom Beach in Kerala
The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and this small
water world is part of the Kuttanad region. The bird sanctuary here, which is spread across
14 acres is a favorite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters,
herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live
there in flocks are a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom
sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands.
Alappuzha Beach in Kerala
Alappuzha beach is quite a popular hangout and relaxation spot in the district of Alappuzha.
The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old. Blessed with nature's green
beauties such as lagoons, vast lakes and numerous fresh water rivers, Alappuzha is a natural
wonderland of Kerala state and offers tourists a beach holiday of a lifetime.
Beypore Beach in Kerala
Beypore beach offering holiday packages on the beach, was one of the prominent ports and
fishing harbours of ancient Kerala, when the state was considered to be an important trade
and maritime centre. This ancient port of kerala was a favourite among the West Asia merchants
because of its ship building industry.

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