8 places to discover
Kalingapatnam Beach is a sandy coastal beach at Kalingapatnam village in Gara Mandal, Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh, where the Vamsadhara River meets the Bay of Bengal. Once an ancient port of the Kalinga kingdom and later a British-era harbour, it is known for its wide shoreline, historic lighthouse, tranquil waters and fishing boats. The beach is noted for its natural setting and proximity to Buddhist archaeological sites.
Mindoro Beach is a coastal beach in Barangay Mindoro, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, along the South China Sea west of the historic city center. Known for its dark gray to black sand, fishing boats and wide shoreline, it offers open sea views and sunset vistas. Unlike resort beaches, it remains a local fishing beach with minimal development, valued for its natural coastal setting near the Vigan Airport and as a quiet seaside extension to Vigan's heritage attractions.
Nani Daman Jetty is a coastal waterfront structure located at the mouth of the Daman Ganga River in Nani Daman, Daman. Situated near the Arabian Sea and opposite Moti Daman Fort, it serves as a fishing jetty and leisure promenade. Notable for panoramic sea and river views, fishing boat activity, and sunset vistas, it offers visitors a relaxed coastal experience close to the historic Nani Daman Fort and lighthouse area.
Pagatan Beach (Pantai Pagatan) is a sandy coastal attraction in Pagatan town, Kusan Hilir District, Tanah Bumbu Regency, South Kalimantan, facing the Java Sea. It is known for its long brownish-white sandy shoreline, calm waves, traditional fishing boats, and sunset views. The beach is a popular local recreation area and the center of the annual Bugis Mappanretasi sea thanksgiving tradition.
Pantai Ngrenehan is a small bay beach in Kanigoro village, Saptosari, Gunung Kidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Sheltered by limestone hills, it functions as a traditional fishing harbor with colorful boats moored in the bay. Notable for its calm bay waters, fresh seafood stalls, and fish auction, it offers a quiet coastal setting distinct from larger tourist beaches in Gunung Kidul.
Talo Kapo Beach is a coastal beach in Tambon Talo Kapo, Yaring District, Pattani Province on the Gulf of Thailand. It is known for its long sandy shoreline lined with casuarina pine trees, traditional kolae fishing boats, and a quiet fishing-village setting. Located about 20 km from Pattani town, the beach is a local recreation area offering open sea views and a tranquil atmosphere away from major tourist development.
Ulee Lheue Beach is an urban coastal beach in Meuraxa District, Banda Aceh City, Aceh Province, Indonesia, located about 3 km northwest of the city center on the northern tip of Sumatra facing the Indian Ocean. It is known for its dark sandy shoreline, fishing port, sunset views, and as a recreational area for residents. The beach was heavily affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and is now a restored public beach with food stalls and memorial areas.
Ullal Beach is a sandy coastal stretch located in Ullal town, south of Mangaluru in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, along the Arabian Sea. Separated from the city by the Netravati River estuary, it is known for its relatively clean shoreline, calm atmosphere and views of fishing boats. The beach is associated with the historic Ullal region ruled by Queen Abbakka Chowta and offers sunset views, shoreline walks and proximity to cultural sites.