Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Andaman And Nicobar Islands Tourism

Andaman and Nicobar Islands tourism has flourished in the past few years because of the various sightseeing and entertaining options that it offers to the visitors. These groups of Islands are beautifully located amid plenty of waters near the Bay of Bengal wherein the clean waters of the region and the beautiful corals attract nature lovers.

Many tourists from around the world make a trip to Andaman and Nicobar to explore its natural beauty and take pleasure in the variety of water activities like Island camping, scuba diving, snorkeling, trekking and swimming in the crystal clear waters.

Known as an adventure tourism destination, A & N Islands are visited by tourists for its clean environment and plenty of greenery. Tropical forests of the region that are native to beautiful living creatures attract nature lovers who wish to study its flora and fauna. Besides this, the amazing corals and aquatic plants too fetch attention of biologists who visit the islands for research.

Another major attraction of Andaman and Nicobar Islands are the numerous stretches of beaches and sand wherein people like to enjoy sunbath. Not only this, beach side resorts offer water activities that can be thoroughly enjoyed along with the exotic seafood of the region.

Historic past of the Islands wherein the natives inhabited the region during the British Colonial period is also an interesting thing about the place. People migrated from nearby surroundings and settled in the region by forming colonies. As a result, anthropologists make a visit to the islands to see the sights of their establishment and settlement.

Many people also like to visit the A & N Islands as it is one of the popular honeymoon destinations in India. Numerous travel companies offer honeymoon packages with discounts that can be availed to get the best offers with proper planning. They offer facilities for sight-seeing, complimentary shuttle services and arrangements for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Best Beaches In India

There is a widespread coast line in the Indian peninsula dotted with several exquisite beaches. The oceans and the seas that borders the coastline sport numerous colors like turquoise, emerald green, electric blue, menacing gray and even foamy white. The shores have gigantic waves coming, swirling currents, gentle ripples and luminous foam crowning the waves.

The sounds vary from a mild rumbling to a mighty roar, thus giving astounding variety to the beaches. Most of the beaches in India are holiday destinations for travelers, offering luxurious resorts or simple cottages and hotels among some exotic landscapes and magnificent scenic beauty. There are some outstanding Indian beaches, particularly in Goa, which are unique in themselves with an ideal ambiance for a holiday mood for attracting tourists.


Anjuna Beach, Goa: Anjuna beach situated 8 km west of Mapusa is one of the most well-liked beaches in India. Lots of tourists touring Goa are attracted to this beach, and the crowd includes different kinds of people ranging from hippies, artists to monks.

Kovalam Beach, Kerala: Situated on the Malabar Coast, Kovalam is a small village along the shoreline of Kerala. Today, it has become one of the most well-liked beach hangouts in India.

Marina Beach, Chennai: Considered to be the longest beach in India, Marina beach comprises of good surf, golden sand and a sparkling clean blue sea. This beach is ranked among one of the longest beaches in Asia. You can even shop around the beach with local vendors selling glass baubles, shells, fruit juices and kites.

Marari Beach, Kerala: There are endless miles of exceptional sand beaches in Marari that are backed by virgin province and moving palms where you can experience the traditional hospitality of Kerala at its best. This beach also comprises some remarkable backwaters and stunning scenery that can be explored unlike any other beach. 

These are some of the best beaches with unique appeal in India.