The coastline of Karnataka throws open to the visitors a picture perfect world of fascinating palm-fringed beaches. The 320-kms long coastline offers a perfect excuse for those who are looking for a vacation from their busy work schedule. The scenery and unspoilt charm of the beach areas make Karnataka beaches a must visit beach holiday destinations.

Some important beaches of Karnatanka are :
 

MALPE BEACH

At the mouth of the Malpe river, about 6 kms. from Udupi, is the natural harbour of Malpe, an important fishing centre that enriches Karnataka’s coastline with its fabulous beach. The endless stretch of golden sand, graciously swaying palm trees, clear blue sky and the gentle murmur of the sea set the perfect mood for an idyllic holiday. Across the bay is the island of Darya Bahadurgarh. Be sure to visit the Balarama Temple and Malpe’s oldest tile factory, set up by the Basel Mission.
 

MARAVANTHE BEACH

Marwanthe is a unique seaside town of Karnataka, where the West Coast Highway cruises along with the Arabian Sea on one side, and the river Sauparnika rushes against a verdant mountainous backdrop on the other. It has beautiful beach nearby, which makes quite a promising site for water sports and holidaying.
 

BHATKAL BEACH

The picturesque Bhatkal Beach is a scenic holy place of Murudeshwar and is known for the gorgeous temple perched on a hillock by the shore. With the roaring sea to the west, the towering hills to the east and the coconut and areca groves nearby, the temple attracts a lot of devotees and tourists as well. The sea is an intrinsic part of the templescape at Murudeshwar. The sea surrounds the temple towering on the small hill called Kanduka Giri on three sides. There is also a huge fort behind the temple, said to have been renovated by Tipu sultan, the ruler of Mysore.

MURUDESHWAR BEACH

Murudeshwar Beach in Karnataka can be an exhilarating experience. Karnataka has some of the famous beaches in India. Secluded and clean the beaches are long stretches of silver sand surrounded by palm trees. About 16 kms from Bhatkal, Murudeshwar is said to have purified by Pranalinga of Mahabaleshwara thrown by Ravana. If you are traveling by air, Goa airport is the nearest while Hubli is the nearest railways. Murudeshwar is located between Honnavar and Bhatkal.
 

GOKARNA
Gokarna Beach in Karnataka is one of the popular beaches of Karnataka where tourists spend days enjoying the scenic beauty of the surroundings, the long stretches of golden beaches and the cool sea breeze. Situated about 56 kms south west to Karwar, Gokarna is a holy place of the Hindus. According to the Puranas, one gets liberated of sins when one visits Gokarna.

Best Season: August To March.
Food Specialty: The mouth-watering sweets, spicy fish curries and a variety of rice calces.
Location: District: Uttara Kannada
STD Code: 08385
How to Reach :
Road : Bhatkal – 16 kms.Kollur – 53 kms.Karwar – 126 kms.Mangalore – 60 kms.Bangalore – 520 kms.
Rail:  Bangalore – 520 kms.Bhatkal – 16 kms.
Air :  Mangalore – 160 kms.

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