Manginapudi Beach - Andra pradesh - మంగినపూడి బీచ్
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Manginapudi Beach revives the times of the yore, when its port used to serve as a gateway of India. Located near Machilipatnam, this spectacular beach falls along the coastline of Andhra Pradesh. Apart from its natural splendor, the coast also has historical significance. Its natural bay, with moderately shallow and safe waters, boasts of being one of the safest beaches for water sports. Unlike other beaches, Manginapudi Beach has black soil instead of sands.
Manginapudi Beach is located at a distance of 11 km. from Machilipatnam in Krishna District, Manginapudi deserves its importance partly from its scenic beauty and partly from being a historic port city. Machilipatnam flourished as a commercially important trading centre and served as a gateway to India. The beach possesses tremendous potential with a natural bay and comparatively shallow and safe waters. A beautifully laid park with a fountain and well lit surroundings further enhance its reputation as a place for relaxation.
A little away from the seashore, a park has been established here, that has fountains and well-lit surroundings. Manginapudi Beach is a wonderful place to relax, far from the turmoil of city life. At the time of Kartika Poornima, thousands of devotees take a holy dip in the sea every year. Manginapudi Beach also boasts of a full fledged dance school, which offers courses to instruct students in the Kuchipudi dance.
On the banks of the sea coast, Dattashram is an ancient pilgrimage site comprising a temple of Lord Shiva. Owing to the sanctification of 9 wells of bath, like Rameswaram, Manginapudi is also known as 'Datta Rameswaram'. An old lighthouse on a sea cliff, being a unique construction, also attracts visitors. Away from the hustle and bustle, Manginapudi Beach is just perfect to spend some time in solitude amidst natural beauty.
Best Time to Visit and Weather
Summer- Max 45, Min 28, Winter- Max 30, Min15, October To March.
Travel Direction
Located 11 km from Machilipatnam, and 85 km from Vijayawada, Manginapudi is important place both for its scenic beauty and also being a historic port city. It was once a flourishing traing centre of great commercial importance. The beach possesses tremendous potential with a natural bay and compratively shallow and safe waters. A beautifully laid park with a fountain and lighting arrangements further enhance its reputation as a place of relaxation.
How to Reach
By Air
The nearest airport is at Vijayawada about 85 km.away.By Rail
The nearest railway station is at Machilipatnam about 15 km. away.By Road
Manginapudi can be reached from Vijayawada that is at a distance of 85 km.and Machilipatnam that is at a distance of 15 km.Nearby Places and other Beaches
On the banks of the sea coast, Dattashram is an ancient pilgrimage site comprising a temple of Lord Shiva. Owing to the sanctification of 9 wells of bath, like Rameswaram, Manginapudi is also known as 'Datta Rameswaram'. An old lighthouse on a sea cliff, being a unique construction, also attracts visitors. Away from the hustle and bustle, Manginapudi Beach is just perfect to spend some time in solitude amidst natural beauty.
