21 places to discover
Beypore Beach is a coastal attraction located at the mouth of the Chaliyar River in Beypore, Kozhikode District, Kerala. Historically a prominent port and centre for traditional Uru wooden shipbuilding, it is known for its long Pulimuttu stone causeway extending into the Arabian Sea. The beach offers sandy shores, views of fishing activity, and sunset vistas, combining natural coastal scenery with maritime heritage near Kozhikode city.
Chavakkad Beach is a coastal destination in Thrissur district, Kerala, situated at the confluence of the Arabian Sea and the Chettuva River. Known locally as Azhimukham, this estuary beach features golden sands, a unique floating bridge, and serene surroundings. It is located approximately 5 kilometers from Guruvayoor Temple and offers visitors a peaceful environment for relaxation, photography, and observing traditional fishing activities.
Dadalaquiten Beach is a coastal beach in Barangay Dadalaquiten, municipality of Sinait, Ilocos Sur, in northwestern Luzon, Philippines. It fronts the South China Sea with a long stretch of gray to light brown sand, fishing boats and a quiet rural setting. The beach is relatively undeveloped and known for sunset views, shoreline walks and local fishing activity, offering a low-key alternative to more commercial beaches in the region.
Jaali Beach is a sandy coastal stretch located in Jali village near Bhatkal town in Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, along the Arabian Sea. Known for its long shoreline, dark sand patches, scattered rock formations and fishing boats, it offers a quiet alternative to more commercial beaches in the region. The beach is popular for evening walks, sunset views and photography, and is situated close to the Bhatkal estuary where the Sharavati River meets the sea.
Kakkathuruthu is a tiny island located in the Vembanad Lake backwaters of Alappuzha district, Kerala. Known as the 'Island of Crows', it gained international recognition when National Geographic listed it among the world's most beautiful destinations. The island features emerald green waters, coconut groves, paddy fields, and offers visitors an authentic glimpse of traditional Kerala village life accessible only by boat.
Keezhakasakudi Beach is a quiet coastal stretch located in Keezhakasakudi village in Karaikal District of the Puducherry Union Territory on India's east coast along the Bay of Bengal. It is known for its relatively undisturbed sandy shoreline, fishing village surroundings and calm environment away from commercial development. The beach is primarily visited for leisure walks, sunrise views and experiencing local coastal life near Karaikal town.
Keri Beach, also known as Querim Beach, is the northernmost beach in Goa, located in Querim village near the Maharashtra border. Situated at the mouth of the Terekhol River, it features white sand backed by palm and casuarina trees with rocky outcrops. The beach is known for its serene environment, fishing activity, and views of the historic Terekhol Fort across the river. It remains less commercialized compared to other North Goan beaches.
Kodi Beach is a coastal beach located at Kodi village near Kundapura in Udupi district, Karnataka, where the Suvarna River meets the Arabian Sea forming a delta. Known locally as Delta Beach, it features a long stretch of sandy shoreline, fishing boats and a tranquil estuarine landscape. The beach is noted for sunset views, backwater boating and its relatively uncrowded setting compared to more commercial beaches in coastal Karnataka.
Kodiyakkarai Beach is a coastal stretch located at Kodiyakkarai village in Manamelkudi Taluk, Pudukkottai District, Tamil Nadu, along the Palk Strait. It is a quiet, sandy shoreline associated with the local fishing community, characterized by fishing boats, calm waters and open sea views. The beach is relatively undeveloped for tourism and is notable for its natural coastal setting, tranquil environment and proximity to other Palk Bay beaches near Manamelkudi.
Kovalam Beach, also known as Covelong Beach, is a sandy beach located in the fishing village of Kovalam on the East Coast Road in Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, about 40 km south of Chennai. It is distinct from Kovalam in Kerala. The beach is known for its fishing hamlet, sandy shoreline, surfing conditions and views of the Bay of Bengal, and for the nearby historic Covelong Fort.
Lake Tempe (Danau Tempe) is a large natural freshwater tectonic lake in Wajo Regency, South Sulawesi, spanning Wajo, Soppeng and Sidenreng Rappang regencies. Located near the town of Sengkang, it is one of Sulawesi's largest lakes. Notable for its seasonal water-level fluctuations, traditional Bugis floating houses, and fishing culture, it serves as an important ecological and tourism site in South Sulawesi.
Manggar Fishing Village is a traditional fishing settlement located at the estuary of the Manggar River in Manggar town, capital of East Belitung Regency, Bangka Belitung Islands. It is notable as the center of the local fishing livelihood that has supported the community alongside historic tin mining. The village features wooden jetties, moored fishing boats, and riverside stilt houses, offering visitors insight into daily coastal life.
Moti Daman Jetty is a waterfront promenade and fishing jetty located on the Daman Ganga River estuary in Moti Daman, Daman, in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Situated adjacent to Moti Daman Fort, it serves as a mooring point for fishing boats and offers views of the river, Arabian Sea, and fort walls. The jetty is a popular spot for evening walks, photography, and observing local fishing activity.
Nattika Beach is a serene coastal destination in Thrissur district, Kerala, known for its wide white sandy shores and tranquil atmosphere along the Arabian Sea. It gained cinematic fame as the primary filming location for the classic Malayalam movie Chemmeen. The beach offers a peaceful retreat with gentle waves, coconut groves, and access to backwater cruises and cultural experiences.
Pakala Beach is a sandy coastal stretch located at Pakala village near Singarayakonda in Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, along the Bay of Bengal. Situated about 6 kilometres east of Singarayakonda town, it is known for its long, relatively uncrowded shoreline, fishing activity and tranquil setting. The beach offers open sea views, natural coastal scenery and a quiet environment frequented by local visitors and fishing communities.
Palavakkam Beach is an urban sandy beach on the Bay of Bengal in the Palavakkam neighbourhood of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, along the East Coast Road. Located south of Elliot's Beach and north of Neelankarai, it is known as a relatively quieter alternative to Chennai's more crowded beaches. The beach features a sandy shoreline, fishing boats, and open sea views, and is frequented by local residents and visitors for morning walks, sunrise viewing and leisure by the sea.
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.
Pug-os Beach is a coastal beach in Barangay Pug-os, municipality of Cabugao in northern Ilocos Sur, Philippines, fronting the South China Sea along the northwestern Luzon coastline. It features a long stretch of gray-brown sand used primarily by local fishing communities with outrigger boats pulled ashore. The beach is undeveloped for large-scale tourism, valued for its open sea views, sunset outlook, and quiet rural coastal setting near Cabugao town proper.
Ujong Blang Beach is a coastal attraction in Ujong Blang village, Banda Sakti District, Lhokseumawe City, Aceh Province, on the northern coast of Sumatra facing the Strait of Malacca. The beach features a long stretch of dark sandy shoreline with fishing boats, calm waves and views of the open sea. It is known as a local recreation area for residents, offering sunset views, seafood stalls and proximity to the city center.
Valinokkam Beach is a quiet coastal stretch located in Valinokkam village in Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, along the Gulf of Mannar. Known for its clean sandy shoreline, calm waters and fishing village setting, it remains relatively uncrowded compared to major Tamil Nadu beaches. The beach is notable for its natural scenery, traditional fishing activity, nearby salt pans and views of the Gulf, offering a peaceful seaside experience.
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.