Tag: beach tourism
Festival boost for Andhra tourism
January 4 (TravelAndy): In a bid to promote tourism, South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is getting ready to host a series of festivals along the eastern coast of river Godavari.
The three major festivals include, Kakinada Beach Festival scheduled at the NTR Beach in Vakalapudi from January 12, 2017. Similarly, a four-day Konaseema Festival will be hosted on the banks of the Godavari at Muramalla from February 22 and the three-day ‘Manyam Jatara’ in the Agency area from March 26, said The Hindu.
“These festivals provide a platform to display the rich culture of the district. Food stalls will serve exclusive cuisine of local flavours, while the handicrafts and handlooms of the local artisans will also be on display,”said N. Chinarajappa, deputy chief minister of Andhra Pradesh. Continue reading Festival boost for Andhra tourism
Goa bike rally on Aug 15
August 6 (TravelAndy): India’s beach state of Goa has planned a motorcycle rally on August 15, which marks the country’s 69th Independence Day.
To attract more tourists to the state during the Independence Day weekend, Goa tourism has taken this initiative. The rally will start from Goa’s Paryatan Bhavan in Patto Panjim and conclude in Shiroda, Goa Highway Junction.
Approximately 100 bikers are expected to take part in this rally. The route itinerary will be provided to the participant on the day of the event. The rally will cover significant churches, rivers, beaches, temples and villages. Continue reading Goa bike rally on Aug 15
Maharashtra to start beach camping facility
May 8 (TravelAndy): In a first, India’s Maharashtra state has decided to offer tourists with facilities such as caravan and shack accommodation on its beaches, said The Times of India.
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Malpe beach water sports festival from May 7
April 25 (TravelAndy): India’s Karnataka state is set to attract tourists to its Malpe beach in Udupi district by organizing a water sports festival on May 7 and 8, said The Hindu.
Events will include jet skiing, swimming competition, surfing, kayaking, and speed boating along with boat ride to the nearby St. Mary’s Island.
The other sporting activities that will be held during the festival are throw-ball for women, tug-of-war for those above 20 years, sand sculpting and rock climbing. Continue reading Malpe beach water sports festival from May 7