Top 5 Beaches in India You Can’t Afford to Miss

1. Top 5 Beaches in India You Can’t Afford to Miss! Travel beach photo created by lifeforstock - www.freepik.com Beaches are some of the best travel destinations out there. You can go to beaches for chilling out, relaxing, or even blood-pumping adventures. The sheer variety of activities to do and sights to be seen on a beachfront attracts tourists from all around. With lockdown restrictions easing throughout India, travel is becoming a much closer reality for both domestic and foreign tourists. Follow us on Install our App

2. India with its long coastline is surrounded by two large water bodies, the Arabian Sea to the West and the Pacific Ocean to the South and the East side of the country. Image Credit tripadvisor.in The differences in the geographical regions are reflected in the beaches they have. India has perhaps hundreds of beaches that will take a lifetime to explore. But if you are a curious traveler trying to plan your trip to coastal India, our list of the top 5 beaches is the best guideline for you! We have included five beaches from the various regions of India so you can enjoy the variety of geography and culture that these travel hotspots have to offer! Follow us on Install our App

3. This list is based on the popularity of the beaches, the amenities they offer, and the unique experiences found there. 1. Calangute Beach First in, is a beach from the place that comes to mind whenever you think of beaches in India. Calangute Beach in Goa is one of the most popular destinations in the area. Image Credi: tripadvisor.in With so many beautiful beaches in Goa, there is a lot of competition among them, and many people will swear by their favorite beach. Calangute is located in North Goa, just beside Candolim. With its long shoreline and golden sands, Calangute is the perfect blend between high traffic and serene. Follow us on Install our App

4. Unlike Baga which attracts the most crowds, Calangute can offer you the experience of taking a step back and chilling in one of the several resorts dotting its coastline. Having an adequate number of restaurants and watersports activities to enjoy, Calangute Beach is the place to be whenever you visit Goa. If you're looking for more secluded spots, Mandrem Beach in North Goa or Varca Beach in South Goa for a more isolated and serene experience. 2. Puri Beach Located on the East coast, in the state of Orissa, Puri Beach is also known as Golden Beach. It has earned this name due to the presence of the beautiful golden sands adorning the coastline. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in Follow us on Install our App

5. Facing the Bay of Bengal, Puri beach is known to have rather high waves, which makes it the perfect spot for adventure junkies. Image Credit: unsplash.com Though there aren't so many activities related to water sports around there, Puri Beach is definitely a more relaxing experience. Connecting with the golden sands and the lazy sunsets, a wide number of sea-facing resorts and hotels welcome you for a comfortable sea life experience. With a happening food culture, Puri beach has many delicacies to offer, caught fresh from the Bay. If you get tired of the beaches and the sea, an amazing place nearby Puri beach is the Jagannath Temple. Follow us on Install our App

6. Standing as a symbol of Indian architecture, Jagannath Temple is a lovely detour if you want to see architecture artistry or perhaps feel a pilgrimage. 3. Radhanagar Beach If you are looking for a less mainstream travel option, taking a small flight or cruise to the Nicobar and Andaman Islands is surely an interesting journey. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in Nestled in the Bay of Bengal, this stretch of small islands is a beach-goers paradise. Located on Havelock Island, Radhanagar beach is a must-go location if you are visiting Nicobar and Andaman. Follow us on Install our App

7. Unlike the previous two beaches, Radhanagar beach is famous for its rolling white sands that create a stark contrast with the deep blue and turquoise waters. Radhanagar beach definitely provides a more earthly experience, as the beachline is surrounded by tall coconut trees and the only buildings out there will be small huts and shacks serving food and selling their goodies. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in Radhanagar beach definitely provides a more earthly experience, as the beachline is surrounded by tall coconut trees and the only buildings out there will be small huts and shacks serving food and selling their goodies. It is a very safe beach to swim on Havelock Island because many lifeguards have been stationed Follow us on Install our App

8. there. The risk of crocodile sightings in the area is also very low. Hence, Radhanagar makes for a unique beach trip. 4. Tarkarli Beach Tarkarli beach has made a name for itself as an unspoiled and isolated coast located by the Arabian Sea. Situated in the Konkan region of Maharashtra, Tarkarli Beach is a far cry from our idea of beaches being overcrowded and commercialized places filled with tourists. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in Tarkarli is a white sand beach and is surrounded by the clear and beautiful blue water of the Arabian Sea.There are quite a few unique activities to do here. Follow us on Install our App

9. First of all, the waters are populated by a larger number of dolphins, so going on dolphin spotting boat rides is the best way to meet and greet these lovely aquatic creatures. The snorkeling experience in Tarkarli is equally fabulous due to the presence of coral reefs and marine life in the sea. You can buy scuba diving gear for yourself and go have fun in the ocean! 5. Mandarmani Beach Our last beach on the list is one of the tourist hotspots of West Bengal. A few hours' drive from the city of Kolkata, Mandarmani is a rapidly developing beach. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in Follow us on Install our App

10. Only a few years ago it was desolate and underdeveloped being overshadowed by Digha beach as the most famous beach in the state. However, due to the inflow of resorts and more and more people finding the beach, Mandarmani is an excellent weekend beach trip now. Image Credit: tripadvisor.in The unique pull of Mandarmani beach is that it is the longest motorable beach in India. This means that you can hop onto your car or bike and go on an amazing drive overlooking the Bay of Bengal, along the 13 km beach road. Mandarmani also has many luxury resorts that you can stay in for a relaxing beach day. These top beach destinations are perfect for your next vacation, so go book your tickets now, and don't miss out on the experience! Follow us on Install our App