Sanguthurai Beach, Kanyakumari
Sanguthurai
Beach is located very near to Nagercoil and it is a gorgeous destination. This
palm-fringed beach with its golden sands and glittering sea is a popular
tourist spot. In Tamil, Sangu means conch and in keeping with the name of the
beach – Sanguthurai, there is a massive conch put up on a tower. Sanguthurai
Beach is a pretty and peaceful place, an ideal getaway from the maddening
crowds. From this beach, you can see Thiruvalluvar statue and Vivekananda rock
in a long view.
Backwater
view in Sanguthurai beach is really looks beautiful. The country side surrounding
the beach is quite breathtaking with swaying coconut trees painting the horizon
in a wash of lush green. Sunset on the beach is a moving experience as the sky
turns into a brilliant orange when the sun dips down into the sea. For trivia
lovers, you would be interested in knowing that Sanguthurai Beach was hit by
the 2004 tsunami that devastated many parts of coastal areas of Tamilnadu.
This
white sandy beach offers a perfect option for swimming but one must be cautious
as the tides here is bit high. The place is quite isolated and off the
beaten track. There is a children’s play area which kids will enjoy. Apart from
that there are some gazebo type rest houses with bright red roofs and a
sprinkling of small shops. Also check out the mammoth white pillar with the
little black conch; it dates to the Chola period.
Sanguthurai
Beach is located at about 11 Kms from Nagercoil, 16 Kms from Kanyakumari, 4 Kms
from Chothavilai Beach, 12 Kms from Suchindram, 20 Kms from Boothapandi, 20 Kms
from Eraniel, 25 Kms from Thuckalay, 25 Kms from Colachel and 86 Kms from Thiruvananthapuram.
Nearest Railway Station is located at Nagercoil (9 Kms) and Nearest Airport is
located at Thiruvananthapuram (87 Kms).
