Beach Resorts of Orissa

Orissa is extremely popular with both tourists and pilgrims. Just the capital city, Bhubaneswar has over a hundred temples! The visitors to the city can not only pay a visit to these magnificent temples but also visit the state's beaches, which are fast gaining popularity with the tourists. The beaches of the state are usually not over crowded and provide a perfect retreat from the noise and the pollution. The visitors can spend their holiday taking a stroll on the golden beaches and soaking the warm sun. The famous beaches that visitors ought to visit are Gopalpur-on-Sea, Puri, and Chandipur.

Gopalpur on Sea beach is 7 km long and is 16kms from Berhampur. The Gopalpur beach derives it name from the Hindu God 'Krishna' also known as 'Gopal'. It used to be a busy seaport once but now it is a quite beach where visitors can enjoy a quiet walk and listen to the lapping waves. Surfing and sailing can be enjoyed at this beach.

Chandipur Beach is about 16 kms from Balasore. Here the sea recedes 5 kms everyday with the tide, a sight one should not miss.

Puri Beach is situated on the shores of Bay of Bengal. The best time to visit the beach is in the early November during the annual Puri beach festival. At this time, one can check out the local crafts, taste the local cuisine and learn more about the culture of Orissa. The tourists to the beach can also interact with the local fishermen who can take them on boat rides and tell them more about the place.

Orissa has many hotels and guesthouses close to the beaches, so visitors who wish to spend their holidays frolicking on the beach, have many options to choose from. There are many beach resorts, catering to all kinds of tourists. The visitors can easily find one that fits their budget.

Among the fine beach resorts in Orissa are: