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Periyakadu Beach

Good for Relax

8.1

/ 10 Very good

#22 out of 184
in Tamil Nadu

About

Periyakadu Beach is located on the Laccadive Sea and it is in the 22th place out of 184 beaches in the Tamil Nadu region 634 km away from its center, the city of Chennai. It is one of the beaches of Rajakkamangalam settlement, just 3.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Periyakadu Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Paramanvilai Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+34 ^oC +28 ^oC

Air temperature

10.7 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Rajakkamangalam, Tamil Nadu,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Very poor

1.7/10

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Periyakadu Beach is located in Tamil Nadu within Rajakkamangalam, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"Lovely shoreline with crisp breeze, the beach can be a bit risky at night and during religious celebrations. The beach has a fascinating past where the sea was once so turbulent that fishermen couldn't make it back safely. However, a special prayer at St. Antony's Church resulted in a divine blessing that allowed the fishermen to return to shore."

Jovian Marks

"Top destination to explore, renowned for St. Antony's cathedral. Be sure to admire a mural depicting the church's rich history on the interior walls. Additionally, there is a historic well adjacent to the cathedral, offering fresh water despite its proximity to the sea just 200 meters away."

Ariana Venzia

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

TRV• 65.9km
Anandan Paalam Bus S...• 7.1km
Parvathipuram Juncti...• 8.8km

Localities

Rajakkamangalam• 3.7km
Chennai• 634km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Periyakadu Beach?

The Periyakadu Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Periyakadu Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Periyakadu Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Periyakadu Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Periyakadu Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Periyakadu Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Periyakadu Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Periyakadu Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Periyakadu Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Periyakadu Beach.

How far is the Periyakadu Beach from parking?

The Periyakadu Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Periyakadu Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Periyakadu Beach is May. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Periyakadu Beach (Tamil Nadu) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Periyakadu Beach (Tamil Nadu) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.