{"count":51,"beaches":[{"id":35,"name":"Corbyn's Cove Beach","state":"Andaman & Nicobar","district":"South Andaman","lat":11.6388,"lng":92.7514,"type":"family","description":"Port Blair's most popular beach, fringed with coconut palms. Japanese bunkers from WWII nearby.","activities":"Swimming,Jet skiing,Snorkeling,Glass bottom boat,WWII bunkers","best_season":"October to May","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"Fortune Resort Bay Island,Sinclairs Bayview,Peerless Resort","image_tag":"corbyns-cove","highlights":"WWII Japanese bunkers,Coconut palms,Port Blair access"},{"id":33,"name":"Elephant Beach","state":"Andaman & Nicobar","district":"South Andaman","lat":12.023,"lng":92.977,"type":"adventure","description":"Coral reef paradise accessible by boat or jungle trek. Best snorkeling spot in Andamans.","activities":"Snorkeling,Scuba diving,Glass bottom boat,Sea walking,Jet skiing","best_season":"November to April","rating":4.7,"nearby_stays":"Havelock Island resorts,Wild Orchid,Jalakara","image_tag":"elephant","highlights":"Coral reefs,Jungle trek access,Sea walking"},{"id":36,"name":"Neil Island Beaches","state":"Andaman & Nicobar","district":"South Andaman","lat":11.8311,"lng":93.0433,"type":"quiet","description":"The vegetable bowl of Andaman. Natural rock bridge formation at Howrah Bridge beach.","activities":"Snorkeling,Scuba diving,Glass bottom boat,Cycling,Natural bridge visit","best_season":"November to April","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"Pearl Park Beach Resort,Tango Beach Resort,Summer Sands","image_tag":"neil-island","highlights":"Natural rock bridge,Laxmanpur sunset,Coral reefs"},{"id":32,"name":"Radhanagar Beach","state":"Andaman & Nicobar","district":"South Andaman","lat":11.9841,"lng":92.9548,"type":"quiet","description":"Asia's best beach (Time Magazine). Pristine white sand, turquoise waters, lush green forest backdrop.","activities":"Swimming,Snorkeling,Scuba diving,Kayaking,Elephant rides","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.9,"nearby_stays":"Barefoot at Havelock,SeaShell Resort,Munjoh Ocean Resort","image_tag":"radhanagar","highlights":"Asia's best beach,Pristine waters,Bioluminescence"},{"id":34,"name":"Vijaynagar Beach","state":"Andaman & Nicobar","district":"South Andaman","lat":11.9643,"lng":92.9819,"type":"quiet","description":"Long stretch of deserted white sand on Havelock Island. Sunrise side with fewer tourists.","activities":"Beach walking,Cycling,Bird watching,Photography,Kayaking","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"Havelock Island Beach Resort,Barefoot at Havelock,Coconhuts","image_tag":"vijaynagar","highlights":"Deserted beach,Sunrise views,Cycling paradise"},{"id":7,"name":"Agonda Beach","state":"Goa","district":"South Goa","lat":15.0498,"lng":74.0038,"type":"quiet","description":"Pristine 3 km stretch perfect for solitude seekers. Olive Ridley turtle nesting site.","activities":"Swimming,Yoga,Turtle watching,Reading,Surfing","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.7,"nearby_stays":"Agonda Villas,Simrose,H2O Agonda","image_tag":"agonda","highlights":"Turtle nesting,Pristine sands,Low commercialization"},{"id":2,"name":"Anjuna Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.5735,"lng":73.7414,"type":"party","description":"Famous for its trance parties and flea market. The birthplace of Goa's hippie culture.","activities":"Nightlife,Flea market,Parasailing,Jet skiing,Shopping","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Anjuna Beach Resort,Laguna Anjuna,Yoga Magic","image_tag":"anjuna","highlights":"Wednesday flea market,Curlies beach shack,Trance culture"},{"id":6,"name":"Arambol Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.6843,"lng":73.7029,"type":"quiet","description":"Bohemian beach known for drum circles, yoga retreats and alternative lifestyle. Sweet water lake nearby.","activities":"Yoga,Paragliding,Drum circles,Kayaking,Meditation","best_season":"November to March","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"Arambol Residency,Surf Wala,Prem Joshua Resort","image_tag":"arambol","highlights":"Sweet water lake,Sunset drum circles,Paragliding"},{"id":3,"name":"Baga Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.5553,"lng":73.7515,"type":"party","description":"One of the most popular beaches in Goa, known for nightlife, water sports and beach shacks.","activities":"Nightlife,Water sports,Parasailing,Jet skiing,Banana boat rides","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Baga Beach Resort,Britto's,Cavala Seaside Resort","image_tag":"baga","highlights":"Tito's Lane nightlife,Baga creek,Saturday night market"},{"id":10,"name":"Benaulim Beach","state":"Goa","district":"South Goa","lat":15.255,"lng":73.9213,"type":"quiet","description":"A peaceful alternative to Colva. According to legend, Lord Parshuram shot an arrow here to create Goa.","activities":"Fishing,Swimming,Cycling,Dolphin watching,Beach walking","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Taj Exotica,Palm Grove Cottages,Anthy's Guesthouse","image_tag":"benaulim","highlights":"Mythological significance,Fishing village,Quiet vibes"},{"id":4,"name":"Calangute Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.5438,"lng":73.7553,"type":"family","description":"Queen of beaches — the largest and most popular beach in North Goa with excellent infrastructure.","activities":"Water sports,Parasailing,Shopping,Dolphin trips,Jet skiing","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.1,"nearby_stays":"Cidade de Goa,Resort Terra Paraiso,Casa De Goa","image_tag":"calangute","highlights":"Queen of Beaches,Art complex,Church of St Alex"},{"id":9,"name":"Colva Beach","state":"Goa","district":"South Goa","lat":15.2789,"lng":73.912,"type":"family","description":"The longest beach in South Goa with white sand. Less crowded than North Goa beaches.","activities":"Swimming,Jet skiing,Parasailing,Beach walking,Fishing","best_season":"October to March","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"Colva Kinara,Soul Vacation Resort,La Ben","image_tag":"colva","highlights":"White sand,Less crowded,Old world Goan charm"},{"id":8,"name":"Morjim Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.6307,"lng":73.7215,"type":"quiet","description":"Known as Little Russia, this serene beach is an Olive Ridley turtle nesting ground.","activities":"Turtle watching,Birdwatching,Kite surfing,Yoga,Surfing","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Morjim Coco Palms,Montego Bay,Marbela Beach Resort","image_tag":"morjim","highlights":"Turtle conservation,Russian community,Kite surfing"},{"id":1,"name":"Palolem Beach","state":"Goa","district":"South Goa","lat":15.01,"lng":74.0231,"type":"quiet","description":"Crescent-shaped beach with calm waters, one of Goa's most beautiful. Silent noise policy after 10 PM.","activities":"Swimming,Kayaking,Dolphin watching,Silent disco,Yoga","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.6,"nearby_stays":"Palolem Beach Resort,The Tubki Resort,Art Resort","image_tag":"palolem","highlights":"Crescent shape,Butterfly Beach nearby,Silent parties"},{"id":5,"name":"Vagator Beach","state":"Goa","district":"North Goa","lat":15.5972,"lng":73.7358,"type":"quiet","description":"Dramatic red laterite cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea. Home to the famous Chapora Fort.","activities":"Cliff jumping,Photography,Sunset watching,Yoga,Hiking","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"W Goa,Antares Restaurant & Beach Club,Leoney Resort","image_tag":"vagator","highlights":"Chapora Fort,Ozran Beach,Red cliffs"},{"id":41,"name":"Diu Beach","state":"Gujarat","district":"Diu","lat":20.7131,"lng":70.9242,"type":"party","description":"Union territory island known for Portuguese architecture and being Gujarat's only place with legal alcohol.","activities":"Fort visits,Water sports,Parasailing,Cycling,Church visits","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Radhika Beach Resort,Kostamar Beach Resort,Hotel Apaar","image_tag":"diu","highlights":"Portuguese heritage,Legal alcohol,Diu Fort"},{"id":44,"name":"Dwarka Beach","state":"Gujarat","district":"Devbhumi Dwarka","lat":22.2394,"lng":68.9678,"type":"family","description":"Ancient city of Lord Krishna. Bet Dwarka Island accessible by boat with submerged city ruins.","activities":"Temple visit,Bet Dwarka Island,Dolphin spotting,Fishing,Diving","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Hotel Gomti,The Dwarkadhish Lords Eco Inn,Gujarat Tourism Hotel","image_tag":"dwarka","highlights":"Dwarkadhish Temple,Bet Dwarka,Submerged city"},{"id":42,"name":"Mandvi Beach","state":"Gujarat","district":"Kutch","lat":22.8306,"lng":69.3492,"type":"quiet","description":"Royal beach with the magnificent Vijay Vilas Palace. Known for traditional shipbuilding (dhow) yards.","activities":"Palace visit,Dhow building tour,Camel rides,Wind farm visit,Kutchi crafts","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Beach at Mandvi Palace,Regenta Resort,The Mandvi Palace","image_tag":"mandvi","highlights":"Vijay Vilas Palace,Dhow building,Kutchi crafts"},{"id":43,"name":"Somnath Beach","state":"Gujarat","district":"Gir Somnath","lat":20.888,"lng":70.4013,"type":"family","description":"Beach beside the ancient Somnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Triveni Sangam nearby.","activities":"Temple visit,Sound & light show,Triveni Sangam,Beach walking,Photography","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.1,"nearby_stays":"Lords Inn Somnath,Somnath Trust Guest House,Hotel Mayura","image_tag":"somnath","highlights":"Somnath Jyotirlinga,Sound & light show,Triveni Sangam"},{"id":17,"name":"Gokarna Main Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Uttara Kannada","lat":14.5479,"lng":74.3188,"type":"quiet","description":"Temple town beach that's an alternative to Goa. Five beaches connected by cliff trails.","activities":"Beach trekking,Temple visits,Surfing,Yoga,Camping","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"SwaSwara Resort,Namaste Cafe,Kudle Beach View","image_tag":"gokarna","highlights":"Mahabaleshwar Temple,Om Beach shape,Five beach trek"},{"id":20,"name":"Kaup Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Udupi","lat":13.2278,"lng":74.7454,"type":"quiet","description":"Serene beach with a 100-year-old lighthouse. Rocky outcrops create natural tide pools.","activities":"Lighthouse visit,Tide pool exploration,Photography,Beach walking,Sunset watching","best_season":"October to February","rating":4.1,"nearby_stays":"Paradise Isle Resort,Malpe Beach Resort,Hotel Mookambika","image_tag":"kaup","highlights":"Historic lighthouse,Tide pools,Sunset point"},{"id":51,"name":"Kudle Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Uttara Kannada","lat":14.5369,"lng":74.3147,"type":"quiet","description":"Hippie beach between Gokarna town and Om Beach. Golden sand cove with budget-friendly shacks.","activities":"Surfing,Swimming,Yoga,Trekking,Sunset watching","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"Kudle Beach View Resort,Gokarna International,Sea Rock Cafe","image_tag":"kudle","highlights":"Budget friendly,Hippie vibes,Trek to Om Beach"},{"id":21,"name":"Malpe Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Udupi","lat":13.35,"lng":74.6969,"type":"family","description":"Natural port beach near Udupi. Gateway to St. Mary's Island with unique hexagonal basalt rock formations.","activities":"St. Mary's Island trip,Fishing,Water sports,Boat rides,Seafood","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Paradise Isle Resort,Hotel Mookambika,Udupi hotels","image_tag":"malpe","highlights":"St. Mary's Island,Basalt columns,Fishing harbor"},{"id":19,"name":"Murudeshwar Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Uttara Kannada","lat":14.0947,"lng":74.4844,"type":"family","description":"Home to the world's second tallest Shiva statue (123 ft) overlooking the Arabian Sea.","activities":"Temple visit,Snorkeling,Scuba diving,Netrani Island trip,Photography","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"RNS Residency,Naveen Beach Resort,Kamat Yatrinivas","image_tag":"murudeshwar","highlights":"Giant Shiva statue,Netrani Island diving,Gopura tower"},{"id":18,"name":"Om Beach","state":"Karnataka","district":"Uttara Kannada","lat":14.5292,"lng":74.3153,"type":"adventure","description":"Named for its natural Om (ॐ) shape when viewed from above. Two semicircular coves.","activities":"Surfing,Kayaking,Banana boat,Trekking,Fishing","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.6,"nearby_stays":"Namaste Cafe,Go Surf India,Lotus Cafe","image_tag":"om-beach","highlights":"Om shape,Surfing,Connected trek to other beaches"},{"id":16,"name":"Alleppey Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Alappuzha","lat":9.483,"lng":76.3269,"type":"family","description":"The Venice of the East — famous for houseboats on backwaters and the annual Nehru Trophy snake boat race.","activities":"Houseboat cruise,Snake boat race,Coir museum,Beach walking,Fishing","best_season":"August to March","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"Ramada Resort,Punnamada Resort,Vasundhara Sarovar","image_tag":"alleppey","highlights":"Houseboat capital,Snake boat race (Aug),Backwaters"},{"id":15,"name":"Bekal Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Kasaragod","lat":12.3927,"lng":75.0322,"type":"quiet","description":"Pristine beach adjacent to the massive Bekal Fort, one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala.","activities":"Fort exploration,Swimming,Parasailing,Camping,Photography","best_season":"October to February","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Taj Bekal Resort,Lalit Resort,Neeleshwar Hermitage","image_tag":"bekal","highlights":"Bekal Fort,Backwater canals,Theyyam festivals"},{"id":14,"name":"Cherai Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Ernakulam","lat":10.139,"lng":76.1786,"type":"family","description":"Known as the Princess of the Arabian Sea. Unique for having both backwaters and sea.","activities":"Swimming,Backwater cruise,Dolphin spotting,Cycling,Crab catching","best_season":"September to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Cherai Beach Residency,Brighton Beach Resort,Les3 Elephant","image_tag":"cherai","highlights":"Backwaters meet sea,Dolphin sightings,Chinese fishing nets"},{"id":12,"name":"Kovalam Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Thiruvananthapuram","lat":8.3988,"lng":76.9785,"type":"family","description":"Three crescent beaches divided by rocky promontories. Lighthouse Beach is the most famous section.","activities":"Swimming,Surfing,Ayurveda,Lighthouse visit,Catamaran rides","best_season":"September to March","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"Leela Kovalam,Turtle on the Beach,Beach Hotel","image_tag":"kovalam","highlights":"Vizhinjam Lighthouse,Three crescents,Ayurvedic resorts"},{"id":13,"name":"Marari Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Alappuzha","lat":9.5958,"lng":76.2882,"type":"quiet","description":"Secluded fishing village beach lined with coconut palms. One of the best-kept secrets of Kerala.","activities":"Fishing,Coir making,Village walks,Yoga,Birdwatching","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"Marari Beach Resort,Abad Turtle Beach,Marari Dreamz","image_tag":"marari","highlights":"Fishing village,Coconut groves,Coir industry"},{"id":11,"name":"Varkala Beach","state":"Kerala","district":"Thiruvananthapuram","lat":8.7336,"lng":76.7104,"type":"quiet","description":"Unique cliff beach with dramatic red laterite cliffs. A healing beach with natural mineral springs.","activities":"Cliff-top walking,Ayurveda,Surfing,Yoga,Swimming","best_season":"October to February","rating":4.7,"nearby_stays":"Clafouti Beach Resort,Soul & Surf,Hindustan Beach Retreat","image_tag":"varkala","highlights":"Papanasam (sin destroyer) beach,Cliff cafes,Mineral springs"},{"id":47,"name":"Agatti Island Beach","state":"Lakshadweep","district":"Lakshadweep","lat":10.8565,"lng":72.1764,"type":"quiet","description":"Coral island with a stunning lagoon. One of the only inhabited islands open to tourists.","activities":"Snorkeling,Scuba diving,Glass bottom boat,Kayaking,Deep sea fishing","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.7,"nearby_stays":"Agatti Island Beach Resort,SPORTS Complex","image_tag":"agatti","highlights":"Coral lagoon,Crystal clear waters,Limited tourist access"},{"id":48,"name":"Bangaram Island","state":"Lakshadweep","district":"Lakshadweep","lat":10.9381,"lng":72.2879,"type":"quiet","description":"Uninhabited island resort — the only one in India. Teardrop shaped atoll with pristine coral reefs.","activities":"Scuba diving,Snorkeling,Deep sea fishing,Kayaking,Sunset cruise","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.8,"nearby_stays":"Bangaram Island Resort (only option)","image_tag":"bangaram","highlights":"Uninhabited island resort,Teardrop atoll,Pristine reefs"},{"id":22,"name":"Alibaug Beach","state":"Maharashtra","district":"Raigad","lat":18.6413,"lng":72.8722,"type":"family","description":"Mumbai's favorite weekend beach getaway. Historic Kolaba Fort accessible on foot during low tide.","activities":"Fort visits,Water sports,Horse riding,Jet skiing,Banana boat","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.1,"nearby_stays":"Radisson Blu Alibaug,U Tropicana,Outpost Alibaug","image_tag":"alibaug","highlights":"Kolaba Fort,Weekend from Mumbai,Cashew plantations"},{"id":26,"name":"Dapoli Beach","state":"Maharashtra","district":"Ratnagiri","lat":17.7583,"lng":73.184,"type":"quiet","description":"The Mahabaleshwar of Konkan — a quiet coastal town with multiple beaches including Murud and Karde.","activities":"Dolphin spotting,Fishing,Harnai fish market,Temple visits,Beach walks","best_season":"October to February","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"Savli Resort,Anand Resort,MTDC Dapoli","image_tag":"dapoli","highlights":"Multiple beaches,Harnai port,Alphonso mangoes"},{"id":23,"name":"Ganpatipule Beach","state":"Maharashtra","district":"Ratnagiri","lat":17.139,"lng":73.2669,"type":"family","description":"Sacred beach with the Swayambhu Ganpati temple. Crystal clear waters and clean white sand.","activities":"Temple visit,Swimming,Boat rides,Beach camping,Konkan cuisine","best_season":"October to February","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"MTDC Beach Resort,Abhishek Beach Resort,Atithi Parinay","image_tag":"ganpatipule","highlights":"Swayambhu Ganpati temple,Clean waters,Konkan food"},{"id":25,"name":"Kashid Beach","state":"Maharashtra","district":"Raigad","lat":18.434,"lng":72.921,"type":"quiet","description":"Pristine white sand beach surrounded by casuarina trees and rocky hills. Less commercialized.","activities":"Swimming,Trekking,Rappelling,Beach camping,Photography","best_season":"October to February","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"U Tropicana Kashid,Kashid Beach Resort,Prakruti Resort","image_tag":"kashid","highlights":"White sand,Rocky hills backdrop,Less crowded"},{"id":24,"name":"Tarkarli Beach","state":"Maharashtra","district":"Sindhudurg","lat":16.0166,"lng":73.4665,"type":"adventure","description":"Maharashtra's scuba diving capital with crystal-clear waters. Confluence of Karli river and Arabian Sea.","activities":"Scuba diving,Snorkeling,Dolphin spotting,Houseboat,Malvan cuisine","best_season":"October to May","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"MTDC Tarkarli,Kinara Beach Resort,Blue Water Resort","image_tag":"tarkarli","highlights":"Scuba diving,Sindhudurg Fort,Malvani seafood"},{"id":38,"name":"Chandipur Beach","state":"Odisha","district":"Balasore","lat":21.4626,"lng":87.0276,"type":"quiet","description":"The beach where the sea disappears — tide recedes up to 5 km, exposing a walkable seabed.","activities":"Tide walk,Shell collecting,Horseshoe crab spotting,Bird watching,Beach walking","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Panthanivas Chandipur,Hotel Akashdeep,Hotel Chandipur","image_tag":"chandipur","highlights":"Vanishing sea (5 km),Horseshoe crabs,DRDO test range"},{"id":39,"name":"Gopalpur Beach","state":"Odisha","district":"Ganjam","lat":19.2604,"lng":84.9053,"type":"quiet","description":"Historic port beach with a colonial-era lighthouse. Once a major trade port for the East India Company.","activities":"Lighthouse visit,Swimming,Fishing,Beach walking,Seafood","best_season":"October to March","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"Mayfair Palm Beach,Panthanivas Gopalpur,Hotel Sea Pearl","image_tag":"gopalpur","highlights":"Colonial lighthouse,Ancient port,Casuarina groves"},{"id":40,"name":"Konark Beach","state":"Odisha","district":"Puri","lat":19.8876,"lng":86.0945,"type":"family","description":"Beach next to the UNESCO Sun Temple. Annual Konark Dance Festival held on the beach.","activities":"Sun Temple visit,Dance festival,Camel rides,Beach walking,Handicrafts","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Lotus Eco Resort,Panthanivas Konark,Yatri Nivas","image_tag":"konark","highlights":"Sun Temple UNESCO site,Dance Festival (Dec),Chandrabhaga beach"},{"id":37,"name":"Puri Beach","state":"Odisha","district":"Puri","lat":19.7983,"lng":85.8252,"type":"family","description":"One of India's holiest beaches. Annual Rath Yatra and famous sand art festivals.","activities":"Sand art,Temple visit,Rath Yatra,Swimming,Fishing village tours","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Mayfair Heritage,Toshali Sands,Hotel Hans Coco Palms","image_tag":"puri","highlights":"Jagannath Temple,Sand art festival,Rath Yatra"},{"id":50,"name":"Auroville Beach","state":"Puducherry","district":"Puducherry","lat":12.007,"lng":79.8584,"type":"quiet","description":"Serene beach near the international township of Auroville. Surfing and healing community vibes.","activities":"Surfing,Yoga,Meditation,Auroville visit,Cycling","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Auroville Guest Houses,Quiet Healing Center,Repos","image_tag":"auroville-beach","highlights":"Auroville township,Surfing,International community"},{"id":49,"name":"Promenade Beach","state":"Puducherry","district":"Puducherry","lat":11.934,"lng":79.837,"type":"family","description":"French Quarter beachfront promenade. No swimming but beautiful for walks and heritage architecture.","activities":"Promenade walk,French Quarter,Aurobindo Ashram,Heritage buildings,Cafes","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.1,"nearby_stays":"Promenade Hotel,Hotel De L'Orient,Palais De Mahe","image_tag":"promenade-pondi","highlights":"French architecture,Car-free Sunday mornings,Gandhi statue"},{"id":31,"name":"Covelong Beach","state":"Tamil Nadu","district":"Kanchipuram","lat":12.4478,"lng":80.2544,"type":"adventure","description":"Chennai's surfing capital. Historic Covelong Point with a crumbling Dutch fort and fishing village.","activities":"Surfing,Windsurfing,Kayaking,Cycling,Rock climbing","best_season":"November to March","rating":4.2,"nearby_stays":"Surfing Swami,Covelong Point,Bay of Life","image_tag":"covelong","highlights":"Surfing hub,Dutch fort ruins,Fishing village"},{"id":30,"name":"Kanyakumari Beach","state":"Tamil Nadu","district":"Kanyakumari","lat":8.0784,"lng":77.5385,"type":"family","description":"India's land's end where three oceans meet. Spectacular sunrise and sunset from the same spot.","activities":"Vivekananda Rock Memorial,Thiruvalluvar Statue,Sunrise watching,Sunset watching,Ferry rides","best_season":"October to March","rating":4.4,"nearby_stays":"Sparsa Resort,Hotel Sea View,Hotel Tamil Nadu","image_tag":"kanyakumari","highlights":"Three oceans meet,Sunrise & sunset,Vivekananda Memorial"},{"id":28,"name":"Mahabalipuram Beach","state":"Tamil Nadu","district":"Kanchipuram","lat":12.6172,"lng":80.1927,"type":"family","description":"UNESCO World Heritage shore temples overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Ancient Pallava dynasty carvings.","activities":"Temple exploration,Stone carving workshops,Surfing,Rock climbing,Crocodile farm","best_season":"November to February","rating":4.5,"nearby_stays":"Radisson Blu Mahabalipuram,Ideal Beach Resort,Chariot Beach Resort","image_tag":"mahabalipuram","highlights":"Shore Temple,Arjuna's Penance,Stone carvings"},{"id":27,"name":"Marina Beach","state":"Tamil Nadu","district":"Chennai","lat":13.0499,"lng":80.2824,"type":"family","description":"India's longest and world's second longest urban beach at 13 km. Iconic Chennai landmark.","activities":"Beach walking,Horse riding,Street food,Kite flying,Photography","best_season":"November to February","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"Taj Coromandel,ITC Grand Chola,The Park Chennai","image_tag":"marina","highlights":"World's 2nd longest urban beach,Lighthouse,Ice cream stalls"},{"id":29,"name":"Rameshwaram Beach","state":"Tamil Nadu","district":"Ramanathapuram","lat":9.2876,"lng":79.3129,"type":"family","description":"Sacred island connected to mainland by Pamban Bridge. Dhanushkodi ghost town at the tip.","activities":"Temple visit,Dhanushkodi trip,Pamban Bridge,Snorkeling,Fishing","best_season":"October to April","rating":4.3,"nearby_stays":"Daiwik Hotels,Hotel Tamil Nadu,Hyatt Place","image_tag":"rameshwaram","highlights":"Dhanushkodi ghost town,Pamban Bridge,Ramanathaswamy Temple"},{"id":45,"name":"Digha Beach","state":"West Bengal","district":"East Midnapore","lat":21.6275,"lng":87.5098,"type":"family","description":"Kolkata's favorite beach getaway. Wide flat beach with shallow waters safe for families.","activities":"Swimming,Beach walking,Marine aquarium,Fishing,Camel rides","best_season":"October to March","rating":3.8,"nearby_stays":"Hotel Sea Hawk,Hotel Coral,WBTDC Tourist Lodge","image_tag":"digha","highlights":"Marine aquarium,Shallow waters,Weekend getaway from Kolkata"},{"id":46,"name":"Mandarmani Beach","state":"West Bengal","district":"East Midnapore","lat":21.6694,"lng":87.7039,"type":"quiet","description":"India's longest motorable beach at 13 km. Red crabs carpet the beach during breeding season.","activities":"ATV rides,Beach driving,Red crab watching,Fishing,Cycling","best_season":"September to March","rating":4,"nearby_stays":"V Resorts Mandarmani,Sana Beach Resort,Rabi Resort","image_tag":"mandarmani","highlights":"Longest driveable beach,Red crabs,ATV rides"}]}