Baruva Beach

Baruva Beach is a coastal strand where the Mahendratanaya River flows into the Bay of Bengal, creating a zone where freshwater and saltwater meet. The shoreline stretches along the bay with areas for swimming and walking.

This location served as an active harbor during British colonial times until 1948, marked by stone obelisks at the shore. These structures stand as reminders of the region's maritime past.

The temples near the shore bring many visitors during festival months who come for ritual bathing in the sacred waters. This practice ties the local community to the sea and reflects the spiritual life of the region.

The beach is reachable via Baruva railway station on the main line to Chennai with regular train connections available. Visitors find simple facilities and should come prepared for local conditions.

A memorial stone on the beach marks where a cargo ship went down in the waters during 1917. This marker tells of a forgotten maritime disaster in the site's past.

GPS coordinates: 18.88153,84.59629

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44