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India beaches have been the perfect destination for the sun-starved
traveler from around the world for decades now. The beaches in India offer
intoxicating combination of sun, sand and surf with a dose of Indian
hospitality. Though beaches all over world are about the three S i.e. Sun,
Surf and Sand but beaches in India promise to take you beyond the three S.
Ayurveda and Yoga are added attractions on the beaches of India. Relax,
rejuvenate and discover a new you on the beaches of India.
Beaches
in Goa
- Anjuna
Beach
If action is at the center of your beach vacation in Goa, perhaps
there is no better beach than Anjuna Beach to let your hair down and
enjoy. Just eight kilometres away from Mapusa, Anjuna Beach is the
hip and happening beach in Goa. Once the favourite haunt of the
hippies in the 1960s, Anjuna has not lost is love for full moon
parties. Music and dance is what define nightlife at Arjuna Beach.
For the one who prefers easy pace; sun, sand and sea offer an
intoxicating cocktail.
- Bogmalo
Beach
Swaying coconut palms, warm sand and clean blue waters kissing the
beach. This is Bogmalo Beach for you on the coast of Goa. The sun
bathing is a popular activity at this beach. The beach is the right
place for the one, who loves serenity and quietude. The beach shacks
and red brick huts further add to the beauty of the beach. Laze in
the warm sand, soak in the beauty of the sun or simply swim your way
to fun and frolic in the blue waters at Bogmalo Beach.
- Benaulim
Beach
Beaches in general don't have a mythological tale attached to them.
But Benaulim in Goa is exception to this; it is the place where
arrow of the warrior saint Parasurama landed when he ordered the sea
to recede. Dolphin cruises are what attract many to this beach. The
white powdery sand and cool blue waters are another added
attraction. The beach gets crowded during weekends, when local
visitors throng the beach.
- Calangute
Beach
This one is most popular among the beaches in Goa and aptly known
as the queen of the beaches. A favorite among beach lovers,
Calangute reflects the true face of Goan beaches. Swaying palm
trees, soft powdery sand and blue waters of the Arabian Sea kissing
the beach, offer a wonderful vacation spot. Saltpans and ancient
monuments further add to the beauty of the beach. Of late Calanguate
has become a shopping beach destination. With Kashmiri-run
handicraft stalls, Tibetan shops and dotting the beach. You can also
shop for handicraft items from Rajasthan, Gujarat and Karnataka.
- Chapora
Beach
Picture this: Fishermen heading for the sea, women selling fish and
the traditional wares. Elsewhere: Some locals building boats, others
busy in their daily chores. Tourists: Enjoying the lazy pace of life
at the beach lazing on the soft sand. Welcome to Chapora Beach. Just
10 kilometres from Mapusa, Chapora Beach unfolds a page of rustic
Goa.
- Colva
Beach
One of the most popular beaches in Goa, Colva Beach is about six
kilometres from Margao. A complete beach destination, Colva is quite
popular for its long stretch of white sands and swaying palm groves.
A stream runs through the beach, which further enhances the beauty
of the beach. The church of Our Lady of Mercy is the major
attraction here. Good accommodation options further help in enjoying
the beach ambience.
- Cavelossim
Beach
Beautifully tucked between the Arabian Sea on the one side and the
Sal River on the other, Cavelossim Beach is a beach beauty in South
Goa. Dolphin trips, paddy fields and sun set cruises on the river
Sal are what make Cavelossim Beach different from other beaches in
Goa. Relax and sun bathe on the soft sands of the Cavelossim Beach.
- Candolim
Beach
Stroll on the soft sandy beach as cool blue waters kiss your feet.
Polish off plates of the fresh seafood at the beach shack restaurant
and soak in the beauty of the tropic sun. Welcome to Candolim Beach.
The beach has much to offer besides the sun, sand and surf. Fort
Aguada nearby makes a wonderful trip back in time.
- Dona
Paula Beach
Lover's paradise is what they say about Dona Paula Beach. But it is
more than just that. An excellent place for water sports and an
exciting shopping beach destination, Dona Paula Beach loves action.
Be it lover frolicking in the waters or a water scooter zooming past
the surfers, Dona Paula Beach is about living life to the hilt.
- Majorda
Beach
The white soft sand and blue waters of the Arabian Sea offer a
picturesque sight at the Majorda Beach. Besides a favorite haunt of
the sun-starved tourists, Majorda is a gourmet's delight. Famous for
its baked breads, Majorda is the place where you can enjoy fine
European breads. A trip to Majorda is incomplete without enjoying
seafood delicacies.
- Palolem
Beach
Palolem Beach also called the 'Tiny Bay of Goa' is a beautiful
beach destination. The sea is calm and the water is shallow, which
makes it easier to swim. Swaying palm groves look like a green
canopy on the white sands. Sun bathing is a popular activity at the
Palolem Beach.
- Vagator
Beach
A picture post card with white sandy beach, swaying coconut palms,
blue waters and Portuguese style bungalows in the backdrop is what
best describes the Vagator Beach. The beach is lined with coconut
groves and is an ideal place to relax and rejuvenate.
- Varca
Beach
Just two kilometres from Benaulim, Varca Beach is known for its
soft sand and serene atmosphere. Palm thatched roofs and fishing
boats line the beach that offers a wonderful photo op. A number of
beach shacks that dot the beach offer sumptuous Goan food. Boat
trips and dolphin watching are other exciting activity that you can
enjoy at Varca Beach.
- Velsao
Beach
A treasure trove of natural beauty, Velsao Beach in the south of
Goa is a wonderful beach destination. Away from the maddening crowd,
Velsao Beach offers a classic combination of sun, sand and surf with
a tranquil atmosphere to let your hair down. An exciting place to
relax and unwind.
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Andaman
and Nicobar Beaches
Andaman and Nicobar beaches are not only about sun and sand but the beaches
here also offer an exciting opportunity to enjoy an exotic marine life.
Crystal clear waters and soft white sands are what punctuate the beautiful
beaches in the Andaman and Nicobar islands. Andaman and Nicobar is an
archipelago of about 572 emerald islands.
Daman &
Diu Beaches
The tranquillity is what symbolises the beaches of Daman and Diu Islands.
The twin islands are a perfect example of a place where history and nature
meet. Daman was the Portuguese colony for over four centuries and joined the
Indian Union in 1961. These twin islands of Daman and Diu attract tourists
from all over the world and offer peace and solitude to city-jaded souls.
Lakshadweep
Beaches
If you are looking for a beach destination, which is different from the
rest, Lakshadweep is the place to visit. Lakshadweep is surrounded by water
on all the four sides and is made of 36 islands. The turquoise blue and a
rich marine life is what attract tourists to the beaches in Lakshadweep.
