Sand, surf and sun, India has some of the most famous and among the world's most well-known beaches. Few country can boast of such an abundance of sandy beaches and clear waters as India. The winding coastal offer stunning views and easy access to some of the world's finest beaches. Whether one wants to sample the frenetic pace of Goa or find solitude on a remote stretch of sand in Kerala, India's beaches have it all for the sun seeker. The excellent atmosphere of Indian beaches makes it a great place to stroll around. Everything is close to each other, and there are some good value restaurants and resorts.

The tourists participate in any of the numerous beach activities offered on the beautiful beaches of India. For instance, indulge in any of the exciting water sports such as surfing or para sailing, or go swimming in the clear blue sea, or even try your hand at building a sand castle or playing a game of beach volleyball! Water sports are one of the most thrilling beach activities, and Alappuzha beach have the best of aqua-sport equipment such as water-scooters and high-speed boats.

Famous Beaches of India

Varkala Beach : This is a holy beach, known as 'Papanashini' meaning, that which destroys sins. A narrow winding road leads away from Varkala town, flanked by thousands of palm trees and fertile paddy fields. High cliffs border the excellent beach. Mineral water springs gushing out from these cliffs are well known for their medicinal property.

Alleppey Beach : This is a long sandy spectacular beach with dense palm groves, that are so characteristic of Kerala's landscape, at one end. One can cut across the sea waves lashing the shore in passionate fury, or indulge in the luxury of sitting on a sand dune and paddling your feet in the waters. A towering lighthouse overlooks the beach as a symbol of the past.

Puri Beach: Though one of India's holiest pilgrimage centers, Puri is also celebrated for its attractive coastline, that has gifted it with some very fine beaches. The beach front is wide, and ideal for beach sports. There are several resorts, that line the beaches, and range from the modest in comfort, to the more luxurious.

Marina Beach : Marina Beach,the pride of Chennai, is the second largest beach in the world and has a wide sandy foreshore. Situated on the beach ,the Anna and MGR samadhis which are the memorials of the most popular former Chief Ministers of the State attract good crowd everyday.

Kanyakumari : The southern-most tip of India is Kanyakumari. The Arabian sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian ocean meet here. It is an important pilgrim center. Sunrise and sunset are spectacular, especially on full moon days.

Anjuna : A popular beach area adjacent to Chapora fort. In Anjuna there is magnificent Albuquerque mansion built in 1920, flanked by octagonal towers and attractive Mangalore tiled-roof.

Vagator Beach : What is the trademark of Goa is very well reflected in Vagator which is one of the most beautiful of the soft white sand beaches that Goa is famous for. Whenever you see a picture of a beach typically dotted with palm trees and sea green water with people in water clothes and having fun in water,you will see all this and much more in the Vagator beach.