5 places to discover
Bunyu Island is an inhabited coastal island in Bunyu District, Bulungan Regency, North Kalimantan, Indonesia, located off the northeastern coast of Borneo at the mouth of the Sesayap River facing the Celebes Sea. The island is known for its long sandy beaches, mangrove fringes, fishing villages and long history of oil and coal production. It offers a quiet, rural island environment with natural coastal scenery and local community life.
Kadalundi Vallikkunnu Community Reserve is India's first riverfront community reserve, established in 2007 at the estuary where the Kadalundi River meets the Arabian Sea. Spanning 1.5 square kilometers across Kozhikode and Malappuram districts, it protects mangrove swamps and wetland habitats. The reserve is a critical wintering ground for over 60 migratory bird species and supports diverse aquatic life including otters and turtles.
Pasir Panjang Tourism Village is a coastal tourism village located in Arut Selatan District, Kotawaringin Barat Regency, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Situated near Pangkalan Bun and facing the Java Sea, it is known for its long sandy beach, mangrove ecosystems, and fishing community. The village is developed as a community-based tourism destination showcasing Malay coastal culture, local culinary traditions, and natural coastal landscapes.
Valiyaparamba Backwaters is the third-largest backwater stretch in Kerala, located in Kasaragod district. Fed by four rivers including the Tejaswini, this scenic waterway network features mangrove forests, numerous islands, and abundant birdlife. The area offers traditional houseboat cruises through tranquil lagoons and canals, providing visitors with an uncommercialized glimpse of rural coastal life and natural beauty.
Wat Khun Samut Chin is a Buddhist temple located in Laem Fa Pha, Phra Samut Chedi District, Samut Prakan Province, at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River on the Gulf of Thailand. Once situated inland, it is now isolated in the sea due to severe coastal erosion. The temple is notable as a symbol of coastal erosion and community resilience, surrounded by water at high tide and accessible only by boat.