10 must visit beaches in India

With one of the world’s longest coastline at its disposal, the Indian coastal environment plays a vital role in India's economy by virtue of the resources, productive habitats, and rich biodiversity. Incredible India has scenic beaches that offer everything and here are the ones that you should visit atleast once.

1. Palolem Beach, Goa

Palolem Beach is located in Canacona, South Goa, India and has often been justifiably dubbed ‘Paradise Beach ’. Known for its dolphin-spotting tours, it is arguably the state’s most peaceful beach. Apart from being a stunningly beautiful, Palolem is famous for its beach hut accommodation.

2. Kovalam Beach, Kerala

Kovalam is a globally distinguished beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a much-loved haunt of tourists especially with massive rocky promontory on the beach, which has created a beautiful bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing.

3. Radhanagar Beach, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Bestowed with the precious award of ‘Asia’s best beach’ by Time Magazine in 2004, Radhanagar beach is undoubtedly one of the most tranquil beaches of the Andaman Islands. Fine white sand and turquoise blue waters are the hallmark of this beautiful stretch and the beach, situated on Havelock Island, is most commonly known as Beach No 7.

4. Varkala Beach, Kerala

Lying along the edge of stunning cliffs, Scenic beauty of this beach will surprise you. The formation of the cliff is unique and is in the shape of a 180 degree diameter to a circle. A haven for sun-bathing and swimming, the beach offers picturesque evening views with string of cafés on the cliff alongside serve good sea food and cheap alcohol.

5. Baga Beach, Goa

Baga Beach may be touristy and busy but for those who like action, the beach in north Goa is the perfect destination. With a young and lively crowd and the music loud, the atmosphere runs from cheerful to crazy with Water sports, para sailing, dolphin sightseeing, beach shacks, bars and clubs

6. Tarkarli Beach, Malvan

Tarkarli Beach is definitely one of the best beaches in Maharashtra and is currently marketed as Rustic konkan experience. It is very close to Malvan Town. The Sindhudurg Fort is clearly visible in the distance in the middle of the Arabian Sea.

7. Bangaram Island Beach, Lakshadweep

About 250 miles off the Malabar Coast of India lie the Lakshadweep Islands, a chain of coral reefs and atolls that mark one of the few unspoiled places left on our planet. Whether diving, swimming or just soaking in the sun, Bangaram can create for you the illusion of being the last person on the planet.

8. Arambol Beach, Goa

Among all the crowded, much commercialized beaches of North Goa, Arambol provides the beauty, peace, a calm walk. Shacks have good cuisines options and worth try. Towards the extreme right to main entrance to the beach, there is a section of huge rocks and high waves. There is a more hidden beach around the corner from the main beach.

9. Mandarmani Beach, Kolkata

The beach is unique and very popular, still very good for a nice refreshing weekend. There are few special sports are also available. It is one of the Best Motorable beach in India in the stretch of 14kms with all the water sports and beach sports available.

10. Puri Beach, Odisha

Ideal for an intimate and tranquil getaway, Puri is also home to some of the most erotic heritage structures in the country. If you miss the sun and sand of Goa, but not its festive frenzy, then Puri beach in Odisha is the perfect place to head to.

11. Marari Beach, Kerala

Not far from Alleppey, Marari is perfect for those wanting to explore the Kerala backwaters along with its many beaches. With golden sands and palm trees, the beach is great for sea surfing, water skiing, parasailing and deep-sea fishing.