What is the water and sand quality of the Golden Sand Beach?

The coastline of Golden Sand Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Golden Sand Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Golden Sand 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 Golden Sand Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Golden Sand 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 Golden Sand 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Golden Sand Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Golden Sand Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Golden Sand Beach.

How far is the Golden Sand Beach from parking?

The Golden Sand 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 Golden Sand Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Golden Sand Beach is May. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Golden Sand 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.Golden Sand 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.

Photo of Golden Sand Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Golden Sand Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Golden Sand Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Golden Sand Beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Golden Sand Beach located in natural area

Golden Sand Beach

Velankanni, India

#182 out of 184 in Tamil Nadu 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Velankanni • 2.6 km

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Golden Sand Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 182th place out of 184 beaches in the Tamil Nadu region 267 km away from its center, the city of Chennai. It is one of the beaches of Velankanni settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

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+29 ^o C +28 ^o C

Air temperature

6.1 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

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Located outside the settlement

Velankanni • 2.6 km

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Tourist Attraction Nagapattinam Lighthouse

6.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.6 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Velankanni • 2.6km

Main locality of province

Chennai • 267km

Transport

Airport

TJV • 81.9km

Bus Station

Nagore New Bus Station • 12.2km

Train Station

Velankanni • 2.1km

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