Here's Your Travel Guide To The 8 Blue Flag Beaches Of India

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Here’s Your Travel Guide To The 8 Blue Flag Beaches Of India

1. Shivrajpur Beach, Jamnagar, Gujarat

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Among 8 #BlueFlag certificated beaches of India, My most favourite beach ? #Shivrajpurbeach get global recognition.

Congratulations #Dwarkavasio #HomeTown

#Divine_Dwarka

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#JayShreeKrishna?

#Peacefull_Beach ? ? ??#SwachhBharatAbhiyan pic.twitter.com/bF64TfkNXF

— Asha Nakum?? (@AshaNakumBJP) October 11, 2020

Located on the Arabian coast, in the vibrant state of Gujarat, near the pilgrimage site of Dwarka, the Shivrajpur beach is taintless and allows you to witness clear sapphire waters and glistening white stretches of sand. The Shivrajpur beach is not very commercialised, which further adds up to its charm. It also offers scuba diving for you to experience the rich underwater marine life. On the beach, stands an ancient lighthouse built by the ruler of Kachchh, Maharaj Deshalji, in the 1700s. You can even spot dolphins here.

Getting there: The nearest airport is in Jamnagar and the nearest railway station is the Dwarka Railway Station. By road the beach is 12 kilometres from Dwarka.

Where to stay: Club Mahindra Dwarka

Price: INR 4,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Dwarkadish temple, Marine National Park, Bet Dwarka, Pirotan Island, etc.

Best time to visit: November-February

2. Ghoghla Beach, Mandavi, Diu

I'm glad & delighted to share "Ghoghla Beach", Union Territory (Dadra-Nagar Haveli & Daman-Diu), certified as internationally acclaimed "Blue flag beach",world's most prestigious eco-label.which will be of great benefits to the tourism industry in the years to come. @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/1WhtIIsMcl

— Praful K Patel (@prafulkpatel) October 12, 2020

The Ghoghla beach is located in the northern part of Diu, in the Ghoghla village of Daman and Diu, on the west coast of the country. Apart from being the largest beach in the region, it is also known for its gleaming golden beaches. It is located in the outskirts, with just a few small eateries and shacks, which makes it apt for those looking for some alone time away from the crowds. If you are a water sports enthusiast but don’t like waiting in a long queue, this is the place for you. Parasailing, speed boating, jet skiing and banana rides are some of the adventure sports you can try here.

Getting there: You can either catch a flight to the Diu domestic Airport or board a train till the Veraval Junction Railway Station.

Where to stay: Azzaro Resorts & Ganga Spa

Price: INR 5,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Diu Fort, St. Paul Church, Diu Museum, Nagoa beach, etc.

Best time to visit: October-February

3. Kasarkod Beach, Kasarkod, Karnataka

Clean. Calm. Serene.❤️
Kasarkod Beach ??️ Honnavar, Karnataka. pic.twitter.com/x19K4geiiX

— Chandan Shetti (@chandan_shetti) October 12, 2020

Located in the port town of Honnavar in Kasarkod village in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, the Kasarkod beach is surrounded by a forest of casuarinas. It is one of the cleanest white sand beaches and also houses an old lighthouse. This eco-friendly beach stretches up to five kilometres and is a perfect spot to go for a walk and soak in the medicinal qualities of the trees. It is said to be one of the virgin beaches in the country and is a great spot to watch the tides and the sunset, which paints the sky in a hundred hues of orange.

Getting there: The nearest airport is the Mangalore International Airport and the nearest railway station is in Kasarkod.

Where to stay: Kinara Stay Inn

Price: INR 2,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Rabindranath Tagore beach, Karwar beach, Rock Stone Garden, etc.

Best time to visit: October-March

4. Kappad Beach, Kozhikode, Kerala

Kappad Beach ❤
Kerala❤
Awarded with the coveted Blue Flag
Certification recently…?
Lovely India ?
Beautiful India ?#AisaDeshhaiMera ?? pic.twitter.com/8ygir35pMN

— PRIYANKA MISHRA ?? (@prisanya12) October 14, 2020

The Kappad Beach is where Vasco da Gama first landed after setting sail from Europe 500 years ago, thus making it a place of great historical importance. It also houses a stone monument that commemorates the Portuguese explorer’s landing in India. The Kappad beach is famous for its picturesque location and alluring beauty that gives a sense of peace, and if you are lucky you might also end up spotting some migratory birds. When here, you must stop by at the nearby shacks for some local delicacies and tea.

Getting there: You can either fly to Calicut International Airport or catch a train to its nearest railway station is in Kozhikode.

Where to stay: Vasco Da Gama Beach Resort & Spa

Price: INR 4,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Tali temple, Regal theatre, Ezhimala viewpoint, etc.

Best time to visit: October- March

5. Rushikonda Beach, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

A proud moment for the State of Andhra Pradesh and the State Tourism Department…. Now, Rushikonda Beach is on the global map as it has been conferred the coveted eco-label "BULE FLAG".
#blueflagcertificaterushikonda #andhrapradeshtourism #RushikondaBeach #Visakhapatnam pic.twitter.com/1odOkhpbWa

— AP Tourism (@Tourism_AP) October 13, 2020

The Rushikonda Beach is an untouched gem in South India, known for its golden sands and smooth tides of the Bay of Bengal. This virgin beach is the perfect destination for you to unwind and relax post the lockdown. For adventure-seeking tourists, there are various watersports, such as swimming, skiing and surfing to partake in. When here you can also check out the various cottages and restaurants around to enjoy some local delicacies.

Getting there: The beach lies at a distance of 23 kilometres from the city of Visakhapatnam. You either book a flight to Visakhapatnam Airport, or take a train to the Visakhapatnam Railway Station.

Where to stay: Bay Leaf Resort

Price: INR 3,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Borra Caves, Kailasagiri, INS Kurusura museum, etc.

Best time to visit: October-March

6. Padubidri Beach, Udupi, Karnataka

Padubidri beach which was recently certified a blue beach. Very clean and pristine and not yet discovered by tourists! #IncredibleIndia @KarnatakaWorld pic.twitter.com/6TsLTI8LDB

— Mrin Agarwal?? (@mrinagarwal) October 19, 2020

Situated just a kilometre away from the Padubidri Nagaraj Estate bus stop, this underrated beach is a true hidden gem of India. Evenings are the perfect time to visit this place, as, during sunsets, the lighthouses of the nearby Kapu and Suratkal beaches start flashing, coupled with gentle breeze and white surf. Some days here even allow you to watch both the sunset as well as the moonrise, at the same time, and during monsoons, the huge waves hitting the shorelines, qualify for another interesting sight to behold. However, when the sea is calm, swimming, fishing, or simply sitting under a tall palm tree offers a tranquil experience.

Getting there: While the nearest airport is the Mangalore International Airport, Nandikoor Railway Station, is the closest if you are taking a train.

Where to stay: Akuna Matata

Price: INR 3,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Kapu beach, Shri Durgaparameshwari Temple in Kateel, etc.

Best time to visit: October- March

7. Puri Beach, Puri, Odisha

In a major boost to Indian tourism, 8 beaches have received the coveted blue flag eco-label. Puri beach (Odisha), Shivrajpur (Guj) Ghoghla (Diu), Kasarkod & Padubidri (K'taka), Kappad (Kerala), Rushikonda (AP) & Radhanagar (Andaman)@incredibleindia #odisha #Odishaaah @Odishaah pic.twitter.com/7hxHYrqoqC

— Odialive (@OdiaLive) October 15, 2020

The Puri beach in Odisha is considered one of the safest beaches in the country, which witnesses visitors throughout the day. The annual Puri Beach Festival here is the best time to visit this coastal town. Moreover, you can take home a bunch of souvenirs from the nearby beach markets that come to life in the evening or go for a horse ride and camel ride on the beach.

Getting there: The Puri Railway Station lies at a distance of just two kilometres from the beach and the nearest airport is the Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar.

Where to stay: Sterling Puri Resort

Price: INR 5,000 per night for two

Nearby attractions: Shri Jagannath Temple, Konark, Chilika lake, etc.

Best time to visit: October to February

8. Radhanagar Beach, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Proud movement, India becomes the first country to be awarded coveted international #Blurflag certificate for 8 beaches in one attempt. In this our Andaman and nicobar Islands Radhanagar beach is also been rewarded as the best beach.@airnews_pb @narendramodi ji @ITcell_BJP4AnN pic.twitter.com/silm9IOagw

— Aatmanirbhar Geeta (@Geeta_kumari54) October 11, 2020

Located in the Havelock Island of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Radhanagar beach was ranked best in Asia and the seventh-best in the world, by the Time Magazine in 2004. Dotted by coconut trees and a tropical jungle, the beach offers a panoramic view of the sea along with pristine white sandy beaches. You can also go for a swim in its emerald blue waters, or watch the sunset from one of the most celebrated spots in Havelock.