The Waves, the Surf and the Palms-Beaches Of Orissa
The Waves, the Surf and the Palms-Beaches Of Orissa
The coastal belt of Orissa offes some of the finest white and beaches in the world. Virginal and unspoilt, it is not suprising that they are becoming a regular haunt for avid beach-combers and sea-worshippers. It is not very difficult to find a very quiet spot to enjoy the sun and sea. With the word spreading, visitors have started flocking to the beaches in winter months too, since the sea water is still warm enough to take a dip.
Puri Beach
For centuries now, the puri beach has been the venue for countless piligrims taking the traditional purification dip. Yet for decades now, both Indian and foreing beach-lovers have made it their special haunt. The crashing surft on one of India’s finest beaches is a glorious sight, as is the visual of fisher-folk guiding tourists through the magnificent breakers rolling in from the Bay of Bengal. It would be best not to be too adventurous since the undertow can be a bit treacherous. The spectacle of dazzling sunsets and the catamarans dipping on the pearly waters are terrific memories to take back home. An additional bonus is its proximity to the spectacular Jagnnath Temple, of the holiest temples in the country. Excellent accommodation and eating facilities are major plus points for extending your trip.
Chandipur beach
The swaying casuarinas trees and the shimmering waters of this sea-side resort have made Chandipur a favourite haunt for a small coterie of beach lovers. The uniqueness of Chanidpur is that, twice a day, its water receds form the shores a good 5 kms away, giving water revelers the ultimate pleasure of walking into its shallow depths with fearless abandon. The beach offers gorgeous views of dynamic seascapes and timeless dawns.
Gopalpur - on-Sea
One of the most pristine beaches of Orissa, this small beach is a splendid retreat for sea worshippers, and is located at about 16 kms from Berhampur. Once a humming sea port, Gopalpur offers its visitors of slice of serenity in environs that are conducive. You can still see the crumbling walls and pillars of the jetty, a witness to its past glory of commercial activity. The pleasures of the Blue beach and the Blue Bay of her backwaters continue to lure the water babies… Gopalpur-on-Sea.. a suffer’s delight… excellent sailing too.
Konark Beach
Only 32 kms from Puri on the marine drive, one could find a sprawling beach at Konark - rated a one of the finest beaches in the world. With a long stretch of clean sands, the beach boasts of a serenity that is unique to itself. At a walking distance, one finds the famous architectural splendour of the sun Temple, Konark- a world heritage monument.
Baligahi beach
About 8 kms to the Eat of Puri on the Marine Drive, one could enjoy the serenity of Balighai beach amidst casurina plantations.
Talasari Beach
At a distance of 88 kms from Balasore, 4 kms from Chandaneswhar and 8 kms from Digha (in West Bengal) is the tranquil beach of Talasari. One could behold with surprise the glistening glory of the Bay of Bengal spread like a be jewelled carpet as far as one could cast his eyes. The shimmering surface, the myriad twinkles all around give this clam beach a unique status of its own.
Pati-Sonapur Beach
Approximately 20 km from Berhampur 35 kms from Gopalpur-on-Sea and 4 kms off the NH-5 that connects Calcutta with Chennai the virgin beach at Pati-Sonapur is New Delhi of the most exquisite beaches n the East coast. Right on the confluence of river Bahuda and Bay of Bengal, the scenic beauty of the area is simply enchanting.
