Famous beaches on Indian philately

Last Updated on: December 17, 2020

Beaches are one of the best creation of nature, where Sun, Sand and Sea come together to celebrate their love. A place to feel freedom, relax and enjoy the every moment of life. Beaches of Goa and Kerala are counted in best beaches of India. These exotic and gorgeous beaches are best as Honeymoons destination in India as well as for adventures water sports. Cuisines of coastal area are one of the best foods to have in India. India has a very rich culture in terms of beaches, natural beauty and landscapes.

Gopalpur is a small town situated on the Bay of Bengal is about 16km away from Berhampur having famous for one of the most pristine beaches of Orissa. The old lighthouse blinking still today to show directions to the ships in deep sea. It is Famous for its swaying (casuarina, coconut) trees, and sand dunes which separate the beach from the blue waters act as the perfect setting for peace and tranquility.

Whether it is the glistering sun at the daybreak spreading its silvery screen over the azure waters or the perpetual breeze blowing from the sea or the rhythmic lapping of the waves that shimmer in the moonlight night or over the stunning stillness around, it is a pleasure that adds to the gaiety of holiday at Gopalpur.

The beach lovers who carve for serenity in atmosphere that are favorable to contemplation and hospitality should have to take a quite holiday on the lap of the nature here.The cool breeze of the sea gives a freshness to the intense hit of the summer, its clean blue water just persuade the sea lover to take deep bath, enjoy the sea food and the coconut water just give a full package to the beautiful sea resort

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Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a favourite haunt of tourists, especially Europeans, since the 1930s. A massive rocky promontory on the beach has created a beautiful bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing.

The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse. Sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programmes and catamaran cruising are some of them. The tropical sun acts so fast that one can see the faint blush of coppery tan on the skin in a matter of minutes. Life on the beach begins late in the day and carries on well into the night. The beach complex includes a string of budget cottages, Ayurvedic health resorts, convention facilities, shopping zones, swimming pools, Yoga and Ayurvedic massage centres.

Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, is just 16 km away from Kovalam.

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The Anjuna Beach is rightly referred to as the Freak Capital of the World and happens to be one of the most popular beaches in the Beach Capital of India Goa.

The swaying coconut palms and the soft white sand add to the holiday mood on the shore of the Arabian Sea.The hippy hang out of the sixties is still a major draw.Tourists from the younger generations as well as the flower generations flock to Anjuna Beach.Thus, even if you seek nirvana or just want to enjoy the magic of the nature you must head to the Anjuna beach.Take a plunge into swimming the most relaxing water activity that can be pursued at the Anjuna Beach.

It is safe as the sea is calm. Sun bathing is the most favored activity of the sun starved European tourists. The more adventurous of you may even try out bungee jumping.Besides enjoying the natural at its best at the Anjuna beach you may even check out the monumental Mascarenhas Mansion. The Mansion is a must visit owing to its woodwork and the finest floral etchings on glass.Anjuna beach the spot for hippies, parties and techno also boasts of the amazing Albuquerque Mansion.The structure was built way back in 1920. The structure has a beautiful border made up of the octagonal towers. Even the Mangalore tile-roof of the mansion is marvelous.

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Bogmalo Beach is situated near the port city of Vasco in South Goa. It is a vast open beach located at the south of the Dabolim airport and opposite the Mormugao peninsula sun parched central plateau. The Bogmalo beach was initially a small fishing village until the Oberoi erected a huge five star hotel. The hotel was built by Trade Wings. This building is situated right on the sea. Beyond the building are mysterious little islands, shipwrecks in the silt. The village at Bogmalo is still present inspite of the transformation in its environs. Expensive cafe-bars with boisterous Western music dwell in the beach, while the clearing below the hotel is prowled by assiduous Kashmiri handicraft vendors.

As compared to other beaches Bogmalo is still a small-scale resort. The beach is clean and not too crowded and the water is reasonably safe for swimming. Around the hotel there are plenty of pleasant eateries from where one can taste the traditional goan food. The soft sands of the beaches allow the tourists to indulge in sunbathing and lazing about the beach. The soothing weather and the calm sea make it a soothing place for picnics and excursions. The beach also has proper accommodation for its tourists. There are few luxurious hotels overlooking the beach.