Tannirbhavi Beach
Thannirbhavi Beach | |
|---|---|
Beach | |
 Thannirbhavi Beach | |
| Location | Fathima church |
| City | Mangalore |
| Country |  India |
| Lifeguard Available | Yes |
| Activities | |
| Government | |
| • Body | Mangalore City Corporation |
Tannirbhavi beach is a beach in Mangalore, Karnataka, India. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in coastal Karnataka. Along with the beach, Sultan Battery, Tannirbavi Tree Park & the proposed Marine museum are also the tourist attractions. It can be reached either by land near Kuloor Bridge or by ferry via Gurupura river from Sultan Battery.[1]
Tannirbhavi (also spelled as Tannirbavi) is one of the popular beaches in Mangalore city, and comes second in popularity next to Panambur beach. Tannirbhavi beach has some basic facilities like lifeguards, proper toilets, a parking lot, a couple of small eateries and concrete benches.[1][2]
On the other side of the land strip of the beach there is a barge-mounted 220 MW power plant set up by the GMR Group. It is located at a distance of 12 km from Mangalore.
Tannirbhavi Tree Park
Tannirbhavi Tree Park is set up in an area of 15 hectares near Tannirbhavi Beach. It is an initiate by Karnataka Forest Department. The Tree Park includes tree species found in the Western Ghats and also the trees/plants are herbal and have medical importance. It has various sculptures depicting the culture of the region — Tulu Nadu such as Yakshagana and Buta Kola.[3]
Connectivity
By Air: The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), which is approximately 14 kilometers from the Tannirbhavi beach. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or use a ridesharing service to reach Beach.
By Train: Mangalore Junction and Mangalore Central are the two major railway stations in Mangalore. Both stations are well-connected to various parts of India. From the railway station, you can take a taxi or use public transportation to reach the beach.
By Road: Tannirbhavi Beach is well-connected by road. You can use a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or a ridesharing service to get there from any part of Mangalore. If you’re driving, you can use GPS or follow road signs to reach the beach.
Ferry: Another unique way to reach the Tannirbhavi Beach is by taking a ferry from Sultan Battery. The ferry ride provides a scenic approach to the beach.
Public Transportation: The local city bus service in Mangalore also provides transportation to Tannirbhavi Beach. You can inquire about specific bus routes or use a transportation app to find the best bus option.[4]
Blue Flag Certification
Tannirbhavi Beach is in the process of being developed as India's 13th Blue Flag beach. The development work is being carried out by Pune-based BVG India Limited at a cost of Rs 7.56 crore. The beach is expected to offer various facilities including waste processing units, grey water treatment plants, and separate bathrooms and shower facilities for men and women. A kilometer-long wood-polymer-composed path is also being built across the beach. The beach will also feature an office, a first aid station, a control room for the CCTV system, and other amenities. The project aims to complete all improvements by the end of July, after which an application for Blue Flag certification will be submitted.[5][6][7]
References
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- "Tannirbhavi Tree Park, Mangalore". Around Mangalore - info@aroundmangalore.com. 24 March 2016. Retrieved 10 December 2016.
- "Tannirbhavi Beach Mangalore: Everything You Need to Know 2023". 14 October 2023. Retrieved 18 October 2023.
- "Mangalore's Tannirbhavi Beach Will Soon Be Declared As India's 13th Blue Flag Beach". Curly Tales.
- "60% Work Completed For Blue Flag Beach At Tannirbhavi". The Times of India.
- "Mangaluru: Tannirbhavi to be declared as 13th Blue Flag beach of India". Daijiworld.