South India Beaches

» Mahabalipuram Beach : Mahabalipuram is a spectacular beach on the shores of Bay of Bengal and is one of the finest un-spoilt beaches in India on the coastline of Tamil Nadu. Famous for its Pallava arts and culture, Mahabalipuram city is rich in heritage and has numerous ancient temples.

» Alappuzha Beach : Alappuzha is a district of natural beauty. Alappuzha beach also known as Alleppey beach is one of the most popular spots in the district of Alappuzha. The beach is referred to as the Venice of the East by travelers from across the world, this Backwater Country is also home to diverse animal and bird life.

» Kovalam Beach : Kovalam is one of the most beautiful beaches of Kerela, with three adjacent crescent beaches. Kovalam beach is located at sixteen kilometers South of Trivandrum city. It is only a hours drive from Trivandrum city. Kovalam is the most famous South Indian Beach due to its natural beauty and fine sand washed beach.

» Varkala Beach : An isolated and calm beach - Varkala Beach lies on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram district. The Varkala sands has become an ideal spot for confluence of cultures exotic and alien. Varkala also houses a leading pilgrim center in Kerala.

» Marina Beach : The longest beach of India and the second longest in the world is Marina beach. The beach lies to the East of Chennai (Madras) at Kamarajar Road, three km from the city center. The fine sandy beach said to be the longest beach in India and one of the longest in Asia, extends to a length of 55 Km, from Fort St. George all the way to Mahabalipuram.

» Mangalore Beach : Mangalore is located near the back waters formed by the convergence of the rivers Netravathi and Gurupur and derives its name from the presiding deity Mangladevi, the Goddess of fortune. The city has a healthy mix of cultures working harmoniously.

» Gokarna Beach : The traditional houses and temples, narrow streets- Gokarna has become the favorite haunt of Hindu pilgrims, Sanskrit scholars and beach buffs. Gokarna is about 200km north of Mangalore (7 hr by bus) and 56km southwest of Karwar on the seashore.

» Karwar Beach : Karwar, makes a good starting point, for the voyage of discovering the thrills of the sea, sand and sun. Karwar's idyllic beauty inspired the great Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore, to pen down his first play.