The clean, serene beaches of India are an ideal ambience for one to chill out. They provide an ornate combination of sweetness of sun, placid breezes, azure sea, awning coconut and sand beaches. The tropical sun soaked beaches of India have something for every beach holiday lover. Lie under the palm trees and white sand beaches with turquoise water and get waterlogged in the sun while the wind blows sweet love spells. Experience the real fantasyland.
When it comes to beach holidays in India the choice is unending:
Goa Beaches: Popularly known as “the emerald land of pristine beaches “, Beaches of Goa are paradise on earth in real sense. They add a flavor to the Indian beach tour. They provide a wide range of travel options. Their chief characteristics include Portuguese architecture, heritage of churches and museums. The beaches of Goa offer enormous opportunities to enjoy the hot sun take beach walks, collecting shells and enjoy the special Goa delicacies. Goa beach offers water sports facilities like water scooters and water gliding. The famous beaches of Goa are
1. Anjuna Beach- It is 18 kms from Panaji and is considered the most popular beach in Goa. Nearby Anjuna beach there is a magnificent Albuquerque Mansion that is bordered by octagonal towers and eye-catching Mangalore tiled roofs. This is also known as ‘Freak capital of the World’. It is popular for the Trance Parties and the Hippies.
2. Baga Beach- Baga beach in Goa lies on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The best time to visit this beach is from September to May. Baga beach is a selection for those who want to stay away from the hustle-bustle. The Baga Beach River flows down on one side of it. This beach has the best range of restaurants and liveliest nightlife and is famous for its scenic views and captivating sights.
3. Calangute Beach- Regarded as the queen of beaches is a perfect place to enjoy the sun and the sand. It is 16 kms from the capital of Goa and contains excellent accommodation facilities. The best time of the year to visit this beach is between the months of September and March. This beach derives its name from Koli-gutti which means land of fishermen.
Kerala Beaches: Kerala’s beaches are renowned for the tender waves and blue waters. Keralan beaches are distinguished worldwide for their magnificent splendor. Tour to the beaches of Kerala with the swaying coconut palm trees captivates the mind and soul of each individual. The state consists of palm-fringed beaches, lush green hills and exotic asylum which stand apart from any other wonders in the world. The most famous Kerala beaches are:
1. Kovalam Beach, which is 16 kms far from Thiruvananthapuram city. It is called ‘Paradise of the South’. Best time to visit this beach is from October to March. Kovalam beach is ideal for swimming, sunbathing and surfing. Kovalam beach is mostly looked for Ayurveda treatment.
2. Varkala Beach is 41 kms from Thiruvananthapuram city. It is also an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. The main attraction of this beach is its high cliffs which rise majestically from the coastline. High cliffs border the excellent beach. The beach is rich in mineral water springs that are known for their medicinal value.
3. Alappuzha Beach is a famous picnic spot. It’s a picturesque view canals and bridges. The notable attraction is its famous boat races, houseboat holidays, marine products and coir industry. It also offers ayurvedic steam bath, herbal and oil treatment. There is also an old lighthouse which is a famous tourist attraction.
Andaman & Nicobar Beaches: Andaman & Nicobar is the most unique Island state of India. Tour to beaches of Andaman & Nicobar, is characteristic of dazzling greens, appealing corals, ravishing reefs, amazing forests and gentle sea waves. Andaman & Nicobar beach tour is thrilling for all the adventure lovers, as beaches of Andaman Nicobar offer an incredible assortment of water sports. To name a few Scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, fishing and camping are the famous water sports activities on these beaches. The popular beaches are:
1. Corbyn Cove and Chirya Tapu -is considered as one of the best of Andaman and Nicobar. It is the ideal for sea bathing. It is the nearest beach to Port Blair. In close proximity there is a Snake Island, which is surrounded by coral reefs, presents a picturesque view.
2. Harminder Bay Beach situated at a distance of 100 km from Port Blair is situated at Hut Bay Island. Looked upon as a quiet gateway, this beach is a perfect land where the waves of the Indian Ocean cuddles the white sandy beach.
3. Karmatang Beach, situated in the Mayabunder northern part of Middle Andaman, is a serene beach with arresting beauty. Karmatang beach provides an unusual experience of a steamer ride through mangrove from Mayabunder. Thus a group of 572 islands, Desert Island, rocks, sultry climate is more than enough to invite tourists from across the globe from May to October being the crest period. The rich nautical life and the multiplicity of flora and fauna, these islands have never botched to enchant the tourists with their aura.
Beaches of India are truly a retreat for the people, a perfect place to relax and lay your back. It’s a perfect place to enjoy the natural beauty with coconut water and sounds of the gentle waves. One can watch the sun go down in seclusion.
By: Kandpal Chandra Subhash
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Beach Holiday Tours in India
January 15th, 2010Explore the Unbelievable Charm of Goa on an India Tour
January 12th, 2010
Planning for a trip to India to enjoy your vacation in a delightful and memorable way? Come to Goa in India the tiny state well known for its amazing beauty of nature, pristine beaches, wildlife parks and sanctuaries, UNESCO World Heritage Site and many other tourism attractions. The state or Goa is visited by tourists from all the nook and corner of the world to enjoy vacation in a delightful way. Come to Goa once and it is sure you will love to come time and again to explore its amazing beauty.
Goa is predominantly known for its fun filled beaches which form the major attraction of the state. There are around 39 beaches and all of them are well known for their uniqueness, beauty and attractions. Some of the well known beaches of the state are Baga Beach, Dona Paula Beach, Arjuna Beach, Candolim Beach, Palolem Beach, Calangute Beach, Agunda Beach, etc. These beaches are internationally famous and gather the national and international tourist all the year round. These are several other beaches which are exotically beautiful and deserve the admiration of the tourists coming for Goa beach tours.
Beaches of Goa creates heavenly ambiance for tourists to enjoy holiday vacation and beach sports in a delightful and memorable way. One can enjoy parasailing, surfing, swimming in the azure blue water, beach volleyball, scuba diving, wind surfing, angling, deep sea fishing, etc the delightful at the same time adventure sports in pristine beach of Goa. For honeymooners Goa beaches are no less than a heaven. They lovely ambiance and the panoramic view of the surrounding creates heavenly ambiance for the couples to make love and enjoy romantic time along the beaches to make the bond of love stronger. Come and celebrate your honeymoon in this beautiful state of Goa and make the give a great beginning to your new marriage life. Honeymoon vacations in Goa are lifetime experiences; come together and add some magical moments to your life.
Beside these the state is also well known for its exotic wildlife parks and sanctuaries. The exotic sanctuaries are the safe home of the varied wildlife animals, birds and creatures. One can enjoy thrilling wildlife safari in these wildlife sanctuaries to spot varied wildlife species in their natural home. Don’t forget to take camera with you to capture the astonishing move of the animals in the jungle. Capture the view of the monkey jumping here and there showing their unusual tricks. Jackals, Foxes, deers, flying foxes, crocodiles, turtles, etc can also be spotted in these wildlife parks and sanctuaries of the state.
Well the state is also famous for its forts, churches and terrific temples which depict the presence of Portuguese in India. The most interesting fact is that Goa got independence much later, though India was independence during 1947. So this beautiful and tiny state has good number of forts which are also the major tourist attraction in Goa. The most famous one is the Basilica of Bom Jesus which attracts great number of tourists is a declared world heritage site. Come once catch the view of the amazing architectural beauty that depicts the love of the Portuguese towards art and culture.
Well if you are planning for tours and travels in Goa you are most welcome in this beauty state. Enjoy the holidays that you have never experience before by booking one from the many Goa tour packages. Enjoying holidays in Goa will truly be the delightful experience which you will love to cherish throughout your lifetime.
By: Rajesh Kumar Sinha
