Top 10 beaches in Karnataka

What makes a good holiday at the beach? Well, it depends. If you're adventurous, head to water sports and have fun exploring the surrounding area. If you have a poetic soul, perhaps you would consider life by watching the rise and fall of these rhythmic waves. While if you are an ultimate gourmand, there is a plethora of seafood that you can savour again and again. And if you have trouble deciding, you can do all the above. Sounds exciting, does not it? When planning a trip to Karnataka, nobody is usually missing in Bangalore, Silicon Valley of India. But what we usually miss is that, with the Arabian Sea to the west, this place has a long coastline of 320 km. Yes, it's true. So let's explore Karnataka in all its beauty with a list of the 10 most beautiful beaches here.

Gokarna Beach

Whether for comfortable stays at home, the opportunity to experiment in different restaurants or for banana boat trips, Gokarna is a must-see destination for all travel bugs. There is an ancient Shiva temple here called the Mahabaleshwara Temple. As the people mainly worship Shiva in this temple city, the Shivaratri festival is celebrated with great fanfare.

Kudle Beach

It is located south of Gokarna Beach. Kudle is often overcrowded because it has a variety of restaurants and cafes and also offers budget accommodation. Imagine the view of the vast Arabian Sea as the sun sets on the horizon - it will be worth it.

Om beach

The Om beach has the shape of the symbol ॐ[Om] and there is the cliff "Rock of Peace" where the outline is clearly visible. It would be a spectacle to see. Being close to the sea would surely have a calming effect, but it is possible to balance it with surfing, skiing and other fun activities.

Half moon beach

Have you ever woken up early enough to watch the sunrise sitting near the beach? Maybe it's time to try this at Half Moon Beach. Do not forget to wear your camera while capturing beautiful shots of that moment. It would be a pleasure to relive this memory through photographs after the trip, rest assured.

Paradise Beach

To reach Paradise Beach, people prefer trekking through the forest. It is also known as the full moon beach. And as you may have already guessed, to make the most of it, you have to take your friends on the way to the beach. Once you have reached, relax. Yes, the pleasure sometimes lies in doing nothing. Be with your own thoughts and forget all the worries of the world.

Karwar Beach

Karwar Beach is popular for its seafood cuisine. So stop for a sumptuous feast. Explore Sadashivgad Fort, Chendia and Nagarmandi Falls. It will surely make the trip more joyful.

Malpe Beach

Malpe Beach is about 5 km from Udupi. Off its coasts are the St. Mary's Islands / Coconut Islands, which are in the form of columnar basaltic lava. This set of four small islands is a geological wonder, an important site of "geo tourism". Nature never ceases to surprise us with its creative beauty and the islands of St. Mary are everything.

Ullal Beach

The beauty of the Ullal beach will surely attract nature lovers to its landscape. It has a history dating back to the 15th century, when it was under Portuguese rule. Other attractions include Someshwara Temple, an ancient cathedral, the seaside resort of Summer Sands and others.

Maravanthe Beach 

One of the most beautiful beaches of Karnataka is Maravanthe beach. With the Maraswamy temple near the beach, it offers a very picturesque setting, especially the view at sunset is impressive.

Murudeshwar Beach

When you are at Murudeshwar Beach, be sure to visit Netrani Island / Pigeon Island. It is off the coast and is a popular spot for scuba diving and snorkelling. Is not that enough reason to visit this beautiful coral island? Another main attraction in Murudeshwar is the magnificent statue of Shiva, which is the second highest statue of the Hindu god in the world.

There is soothing sun, golden sand, mouth-watering seafood and great scuba diving. Experiences and memories that will last a lifetime! I guess it's time to call some friends, pack your bags and leave for a perfect vacation.