Cherai beach is just at the distance of 30 km from the city
of Cochin. Located on the north-end of the Vypeen Island in Kochi, a
picturesque Cherai beach is a perfect blend of the sea and the backwaters.
This lovely beach bordering the Vypeen Island is ideal for
swimming. The sea on the Western side and the backwaters on the East give this
upcoming tourist destination a uniqueness which can be found only in Kerala.
Thick coconut groves and Chinese fishing nets on the waterfront are added
attractions.
Cherai Beach is a 15-km long undulating strip of sand and
surf. It has the distinction of being one of the cleanest beaches in India and
owing its shallow depths, is safe for swimming, surfing and sunbathing.
The amalgam of clear
sand, deep blue water and luscious vegetation creates a wonderful place. In
fact, the beach immensely famous among those coming for picnics as well as
those who worship the sun.
Cherai Beach is also called the Golden Beach of Kerala. An
apt name – because when the sun sets, the golden glow of the setting sun imbues
the beach with its radiance.
There are many locals and tourists enjoying on the sandy
shores of the beach. Popular by the name of 'Princess of the Arabian Sea', it's
a perfect destination for relaxation with the beachfront and picturesque view.
The beach can be reached all through the year. However, the
monsoon months between June and September must be avoided. The yearly tourist
fair which is held in December is also one of the major attractions.
This enchanting beach is one amidst the must-see spots for
tourists. It has a coastline of 15 km, which makes it different from other
beaches. Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities that make it a tempting
option for someone to get away from the clamor of city life.
How to Reach
By Train
Those who intend to reach Cherai by train there are a large
number of railway stations present in the Ernakulam district. Kochi has two
railway stations namely Ernakulam Town and the Ernakulam Junction which
connects this part of southern India to the rest of the country. Frequent
trains ply between Northern and Southern part of India stop at Ernakulam
railway junction.
By Air
The nearest airport to reach Cherai is the Nedumbassery
international airport in Kochi. The airport of Kochi is well connected with all
the prime cities of India including Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata.
The Kochi airport lies at a convenient distance of 22 kms from Cherai. After
reaching Kochi one can board a private taxi to reach the center of Cherai.
By Road
Reaching Cherai by road is very convenient as the new
Goshree Bridge from the Ernakulam stretches across the backwaters makes of an
easy connectivity to the various islands of Vallarpadam, Bolghatty, Vypeen and
Mulavukadu. One can also take the road route via Edappally to North Paravur and
from there take the road to Cherai. One can board the buses to Cherai from the
KSRTC Central Bus Station that lies near the Ernakulam Junction railway
station. Several fast and express bus services ply between the Ernakulam to
other major cities of Kerala. One can also board a private bus from cities like
Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Mumbai.
By Ferry and Port
One can also reach Cherai by traversing the water route.
Regular boat services are available from the Ernakulum High Court Jetty or the
main boat jetty to Vypeen. One also hire a boat service to Cherai from Fort
Cochin as there are boats available to reach Vypeen every 15 minutes.
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