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

The coastline of Markandi Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Markandi Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Markandi 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 Markandi 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.Markandi 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. So the overall recommendation of the Markandi Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Markandi 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 Markandi Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Markandi 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 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 Markandi Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Markandi Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Student Mess is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.

How far is the Markandi Beach from parking?

The Markandi Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Markandi Beach is June. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in October, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 25°C and water 25°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Markandi Beach (Odisha) 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.Markandi Beach (Odisha) 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 Markandi Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Markandi Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Markandi Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Markandi Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Markandi Beach and the settlement

Photo of Markandi Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Markandi Beach

Gopālpur, India

#30 out of 37 in Odisha 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Bahadur Pentho • 7.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Markandi Cricket Playground

710m

Playground Dankalpada cricket Ground

2.7km

Playground Culture place

2.7km

Playground Lohadigam PlayGround

2.9km

Playground Natural life lohadigam

3km

Park New park

2km

Park Garampeta new park

2.2km

Park Dankalpadu children's park

2.3km

Park Botanical Garden

3km

Restaurant Student Mess

7.2 - Good 1.5km

Coffee Shop Bujji tea and fast food centre

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Fast Food Restaurant Garamma Fast food center

7 - Good 2km

Restaurant Fast food

2.2km

Supermarket Chicken Shop

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Garampeta Beach

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Shree Dhabaleswara Temple sea beach

5.6km

Tourist Attraction Gopalpur bridge to beach

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Wooden Bridge

9.8km

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About

Markandi Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 30th place out of 37 beaches in the Odisha region 158.7 km away from its center, the city of Бхубанешвар. It is one of the beaches of Bahadur Pentho settlement, just 7.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.