A densely populated and ethnically diverse region captivates with a primitive and modern guise, a neighborhood of poverty and wealth at the same time. National parks, nature reserves, underwater beauties, astounding sunsets, as well as coexisting ancient, colonial and modern-day architecture satisfy any of tourists' curiosity. Use our list of beaches in South Asia to choose the best for you.
Unawatuna is considered to be the best beach in Sri Lanka. The Discovery Channel called it the best beach in the world. The lagoon is located about 5 km away from the old southern Galle Fort. You can easily combine relaxation sessions on the beach with visits to the numerous sights.
Agatti Island is considered a worthy decoration among the Indian island beaches. The tourist glory of this place was made up of coral reefs of fabulous beauty. At Agatti you can have a great time basking in the white sand-like sand, swimming in the clear water and admiring the blue sky. This is a real Eden for beach lovers.
This place is located far from the roads walked by numerous excursions and big towns that tourists frequently visit. Coming from the biggest city on the island, Colombo, may take about 9 hours! But some do visit this place... The majority of guests include active young people and water sports enthusiasts. Sometimes surfing competitions are held here, so free and independent people come to Arugam Bay between May and November for new acquaintances and high waves.
Dickwella is both a small locality and a beach in the south of Sri Lanka. Tangalle and Matara are located nearby, which is why Dickwella is attributed to both cities. The truth is that Dickwella is a self-sufficient resort with a beautiful beach where fishing and trading prosper.
Cox's Bazar is the longest beach in the world, located next to the city of the same name in the southeastern part of Bangladesh on the border with Myanmar. It is the tourist capital of the country.
Mirissa is a gem of the south coast of Sri Lanka. It's located in a small village between Galle and Matara. 600 meters of shoreline, shaped like a crescent and covered in light pinkish sand, round the ocean, where surfers from all over the world come to.
Galgibaga is a semi-wild beach in a conservation area on the south coast of Goa, 75 km from Dabolim Airport.
Jungle Beach is a picturesque beach located near Unawatuna village on the south coast of Sri Lanka. This small 200 m long beach attracts with its isolated location, beautiful landscapes and coziness unseen on other wild beaches.
Arambol is a remote resort in North Goa, located on the territory of Arambol Village.
Kalpitiya is a picturesque sandy beach in the south of Sri Lanka, located in Puttalam lagoon near the resort of the same name. The beach, surrounded by mangrove, is especially popular among extreme water sports enthusiasts and ecotourists. People come here to enjoy exciting underwater swimming, take boat tours and have an opportunity to look at dolphins and, rarer, whales, or ride the waves with a kite of windsurfing board.
The secluded island of Bangaram is surrounded by the magical expanse of turquoise water and is famous for its snow-white sands. Tall palm trees complete the atmosphere of tranquility. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean off the coast of Bangaram and pleasant weather conditions will certainly not leave indifferent lovers of a beach holiday.
Sandpit is a beach on the eastern coastline of Karachi. People can get there by bus or rented car.
Varkala is a beach in the resort village of the same name, 40 km from Trivandram, on the northern coast of Kerala. The best time for a beach holiday in Varkala is the period from October to March, when hot dry weather with short night rainfall sets in. You can get to Varkala from Delhi or Trivandram by bus, train, taxi or rented car.
Hikkaduwa is one of the most popular resorts located about 100 km away from the country's capital. It became popular due to its relatively well-developed infrastructure, rich coral and bird reserves and perfect conditions for diving and surfing.
Passekudah is a long sandy beach located in the sickle-shaped bay of the same name in the east of Sri Lanka, 35 km north from Batticaloa. This beach, covered in clean grainy light sand, is considered to be the most beautiful in the region. Visitors are attracted by the excellent conditions for safe swimming - calmest water and flat sea bottom.