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Beautiful and Rocky St. Mary’s Island Beach, Udupi, Karnataka

mvpadmin — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 18:18:51 +0000

Beautiful and Rocky St. Mary’s Island, Udupi, Karnataka

St. Marys island beach is located around 59 kms away from the city. There are some beaches with golden sand and pretty seawater. In this beach you can find the rocky sand. You can find the basalt rocks in this beach. They have been split into vertical hexagonal blocks. This is the place where you cannot find any habitation, you only have some rocks where you can sit and view the beauty of the beach. You can find a variety of fishes in this place.

St. Mary’s Island can be reached by 30 minutes boat ride from Malpe Beach which is about 10 Kms from Udupi. This island is uninhabited and there is no possibility to stay overnight here. You can approach this beach by using a boat from the Malpe harbour. The boat services were prohibited for three months during the monsoon by the district administration.

In this beach you will not be able to experience the fun of water games and swimming as this place is rocky. You have the privilege to enjoy the view of the beautiful sunset and sunrise. It is entirely covered by the Arabian Sea and you can find some coconut trees here and there.

The Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama halted in this place in 1498 just before reaching Calicut. He name one of the islands as “ EI Padron de Santa Maria.” The islands in the north are around 252 yards widthwise and are about 1 sq mile in area. The most attractive part of this place is that you can find the coconut trees and this shows the real beauty of this beach. The most exciting thing about this place is that you can sit on the rocks and take a pleasure of the scenery.

December to March is the best time for you to visit this place and this is the time when the climate is cool and serine. This place is situated 7 kms away from Udupi that has the closest railway station. If you are traveling by air you can go to Mangalore first and them to Udupi.

Where to Stay?

St. Mary’s Island doesn’t have any staying facility. Udupi a major tourists center should be the preferred location for stay as it has many accommodation options of varying budget sizes.

How to Reach?

By Air: The nearest airport is at Mangalore which is 58 km from Malpe, the boarding point of ferries for St. Mary’s Island. One can easily get a cab or a bus for Malpe from the airport.
By Rail: The nearest rail head is at Udupi, which is 4 km from Malpe. One can easily get an autorickshaws or a cab for Malpe.
By Road: Malpe is well connected by road to Mangalore and Udupi. There are lots of public and private buses that connect Malpe to Mangalore and Udupi.
By Sea: From Malpehe Harbor regular ferry services can be availed to reach St. Mary’s Island. Ferries are the only way in and out of the Island. It costs around INR 250-300 per person (two-way) and covers the distance of 8 km in around 20 minutes. The last boat to the island leaves at 5:00 PM and the last boat back leaves at 7:00 PM.

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Marawanthe Beach – One of the Beautiful Beaches of Karnataka (Kundapura, Udupi)

mvpadmin — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 07:52:14 +0000

Marawanthe Beach

One of the Beautiful Beaches of Karnataka (Near Kundapura, Udupi)

Marawanthe beach is one of the beautiful beaches of Karnataka located about 45 kms away from Udupi. Marawanthe beach known for its scenic beauty and sandy seashore is surrounded by Arabian Sea on one side and Souparnika River on the other side.

The most attractive part of the beach is the view of sunset and the turtles. Its been a host for various categories of turtles that comes in and out of the sea. The dusk’s view of sun set is the most amusing moment for everyone. The sunset sets the whole place tinted in the shade of sepia just out of a painter’s canvas. Studded with several places of excursion, the town is adorned with a stark backdrop of Kodachadri Hills, while Arabian Sea bounds it from one side and Sauparnika River on the other side.

Attractive Kodachadri Hills and the swaying trees of palm also surround the Marawanthe Beach. The palm trees of Karnataka offer an extra charm for the beauty of Karnataka beaches.

You can also enjoy the water sports provided here. As the waters of this beach are calm and mild swimming is considered to be safe. And you cannot be missing the boat rides that is most exciting part of the beaches.

For people who love peace the sandy seashore, the blue sky and the waters makes it a perfect destination for relaxation. You can also visit the Belekal Theertha at Baindur, the St. Mary’s Island and Ottinane that is nearby to this beach.

Major Attractions and Tourist Activities :

The golden sand, clear blue sky, swaying palm trees, and the endless shore provide an undoubtedly attractive tourist destination. The serene and unspoiled beach is at its best during the sun sets. Water sports at Maravanthe Beach are famous and one of the favorite activities among visitors. You can laze in the sun or take a drive along the shore. You can go scuba diving and snorkeling and get a glimpse of the coral reefs and marine life that is abounded with deep-sea creatures. The water is safe for swimming as the tides are gentle. Other beach activities include beach walk, meditation, and yoga.

How to Reach?

Marawanthe beach is well connected by all the means of transport:

1) By Road: You can find local buses:

From Baindur, it is about 50 kms far.
From Bangalore about 400 km distanced.
From Mangalore it is 90 km far.
From Udupi, 55 km away.
From Kundapur, 10 km far

2) By Air: Nearest airport is in Mangalore

3) By train: Nearest railway station is in Kundapur and is just 15 kms away from this beach.

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Kaup (Kapu) Beach – Serene and Tranquil Beach Vacation in Karnataka, India

mvpadmin — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:13:24 +0000

Kaup (Kapu) Beach – Serene and Tranquil Beach Vacation near Udupi, Karnataka, India

Kapu (kaup) beach is located in 12 kms south of Udupi in the village called Kaup and pronounced as “Kapu”. Situated on the coastal belt of Arabian Sea and famous for its beauty and peace. Kaup Beach is a wonderful shoreline arranged near NH17 between Udupi and Mangalore. It is situated at a separation of 16 Kms from Udupi Railway Station. The beacon arranged on a hillock at the northern end of the shoreline is a lovely sight to watch. The shoreline is a quiet place with nature’s excellence in wealth. The 100 feet high beacon was worked by the British and it’s a picture taker’s heaven.

The main attraction of Kaup is beach which has a Light house. The Light House at Kaup is constructed in 1901 and 27.12 m above the base. The Light House at Kaup is open for public between 4 PM and 6 PM and the panoramic view offered is superb.

Kaup beach is mostly visited to view its serene beauty with vast coastline. You can also visit the 120ft high Lighthouse, a fort and a temple of Goddess Mariamma. The view of the sea from the rock makes the beach look more interesting. Spiritual people can visit the 2 temples. One can enjoy the view of sea & sun set from the Light house in the sea shore. Entry ticket to light house is 10/- per head & camera at 20/-. It takes around 5min to climb to the top of the light house. on the shore you can find many stalls selling cool drinks & fast food. Nice place to spend a evening & watch the sunset.

Photography can be done here as this beach offers you with the best landscapes and one hear the sound of the waves from a long distance. This beach is mainly famous for its beauty, calm and peace. Blue waters surrounded by the swaying greenery give a spectacular view. Kaup is a perfect holiday spot to enjoy with your family and friends. If you are passing on the national highway via Kaup, it is recommended that you visit Kaup Beach to get yourself refreshed.

Accommodation is not difficult as you can find many bars and restaurants right on the beachfront. Enjoy the traditional cuisine and other local stuff that are found in the beach stalls. A perfect hand out with your family and friends.

It would be better if you visit this beach in the months of November and May as the beach is cool and calm during this time.

How to reach?

This beach is connected with all the modes of transport and by road the beach is just 10 km away from Udupi, 45 kms from Mangalore and about 400 kms from Bangalore and Mangalore airport is the nearest.

By Air: The nearest airport is Mangalore. Thereafter, you have to make a trip by road.
By Rail: The nearest stations are at Udupi and Mangalore. Kaup is a 25-minute journey from the town of Udupi.
By Road: Owing to its apt location on the West Coast National Highway between Udupi and Mangaluru, Kaup is best accessible by road. The distance between Kaup and several other places can be calculated as follows: Udupi (12 km), Mangalore (45 km), Bengaluru (410 km), and Manipal (15 km). There are regular buses that ply between the aforementioned cities/towns that connect Kaup.

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