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A sunrise over the horizon turning the sea into molten gold. The crashing surf streaming up the sand and then receding again, leaving behind sea shells and driftwood. The swaying fringed shadow of the palms. On the eastern and western coasts of Kerala, endless beaches offer you a balmy holiday. The Konkan coast in the west has the beaches of Goa and Diu. Go southwards to the white sands of Kovalam on the Malabar coast. On the Coromandel coast in the east are the rock – cut temples by the sea at Mamallpuram. These breathtaking beaches promise the perfect escape to tranquility.

Mumbai

In Maharashtra Beach travelling pleasant throughout the year. In particular, the capital city of Mumbai is blessed with many beaches in its vicinity, that present a breather to the local population as well as act as attractive tourist option for those visiting from outside. One such beach site is Juhu, one of the largest and frequently visited beaches of India.

Leisure & Entertainment At Juhu

Located 18-km north of the city centre, it's a major beach site on the shores of Arabian Sea and is one of the posh localities of Mumbai where one can find the bungalows of the famous film personalities of Bollywood. It's also a favourite shooting site among the filmmakers as many film shootings are also held over here.

On the southern end of the Juhu beach one can find many Luxury hotels and apartments, which are regarded as a favourite haunt of Mumbai's movers and shakers. The beach, which almost seems deserted during weekdays, always tends to get very crowded on weekends.

On weekends one can take the pleasure of horse and donkey rides, dancing monkeys, acrobats, cricket matches, toy sellers and every other type of Indian beach entertainment. Vendors ply on the beach calling attention to their wares, which are mostly souveneirs like T-shirts and cute little Indian dolls made from seashells.

Eating Joints At Juhu Beach

Generally it is not a very good place to swim, but it's an ideal snack joint, with various food stalls. If you would like to try out Bhelpuri or a Kulfi in Mumbai, Juhu is the place to be. If you want a more fancy excursion, visit Juhu's many five star hotels, for a steaming cup of coffee and a splendid view of the coast. The government run Juhu Centaur also has a 24-hour coffee shop with a view of the sea.

Attractions Around Juhu Beach

Versova Beach:Versova Beach is the nearby attraction located towards the north of Juhu, which is a home to Mumbai's largest Koli fishing community.

Goa: A Beachside Carnival

Unforgettable Goa, a heady blend of serenity and excitement down a 100 km coastline, studded with some of the world's most beautiful beaches- Calangute, Colva, Baga, Dona Paula, Bogmalo. Idyllic seaside stretches where you create your own kind of holiday. Sun bathing in a quiet secluded spot or choosing the exhilarating thrills of parasailing, speed boating, water skiing, wind surfing and deep – sea diving. For the Goans, life is a celebration - to the melody of guitars and mellow songs.

Places Of Interest:

Panaji, Mandovi River, Old Goa for churches - Basilica of Born Jesus, St.Cathedral and St. Francis of Assissi , Aguada Fort.

Reach -

By Air: links to Bangalore, Bombay, Delhi, Cochin.
By Rail: nearest railhead is Vasco da Gama, 35 kms from Panaji.
By Road: links to Aurangabad 699 kms, Bangalore 592 kms, Bombay 597 kms, Pune 473 kms.



Diu: An Island Fantasy

A Portuguese colony like Goa, Diu is an off - shore island on the western coast, off the Gulf of Cambay. The coast has limestone cliffs, rocky coves and sandy beaches, the best of which are at Nagoa. A massive fort built by the Portuguese dominates the skyline.

Reach -

By Air: nearest airport is Trivandrum.
By Rail: nearest railhead is Trivandrum
By Road: Trivandrum 16 kms.


Kovolam: Golden Sands By The Arabian Sea

The sheltered coves and white sands of Kovalam are among the best beaches in India. Palm fringed bays in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed stay. The city is known as the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Places Of Interest :
Beside the vision of beaches, one can visit Kanyakumari - famous for brilliant sunset and sunrise and Trivandrum city. Reach -

By Air: nearest airport is Trivandrum.
By Rail: nearest railhead is Trivandrum
By Road: Trivandrum 16 kms.

Mamallapuram: A Temple Town By The Sea

South of Madras, Mamallapuram was once a port city of the Pallava rulers. The temples and rock cut sculptures of that period create a unique blend of history and natural beauty.

Places Of Interest :
Rock Cut Caves, Arjuna's Penance, The Rathas, Shore Temple.
Reach -

By Air: nearest airport, Madras 49km.
By Rail: rail links to Madras. Kanchipuram and Arkonam.
By Road: links to Madras, Pondicherry and Bangalore.