Balighai Beach
The fringed and sublime, Balighai Beach, located just 8 kms from Puri on the Puri-Konark marine drive road is a famous and one of the most extremely beautiful picnic spot with a green backdrop for the white sand. It provides the tourists with a wonderful opportunity to experience the union of Calm River with the turbulent Sea with scenic natural beauty and calm environment. An ideal place to spend time with family and friends in the midst of nature, Balighai is frequented by several tourists from far and wide who are absolutely awed by the natural splendor of the place. The salubrious weather, exotic sea beach and confluence of the swift flowing river with the turbulent sea represent the beautiful place of Balighai.
The main attraction is that the whole place is abounded by tall and whispering Causarina, Akasia and Eucalyptus trees along the quiet Nuanai River and lots of shy Baliharina deers who wander quietly in this area and catch the eye of the visitors and tourists. It is a peaceful place with neat and clean surroundings away from the city madness of Puri. Another special attraction is the Sea Turtle Research Centre, where one could find the large turtles fluttering around in their tanks.
Just beyond the Balighai Beach is the Balihirana Sanctuary which has the protected and endangered Balihirana antelopes. The best time of the year to visit this place is during October to June. The magnificent and breathtaking view of Sunrise and Sunset from the beach amidst dazzling golden hues is an unforgettable experience for everyone who comes from far off places to witness this special and rare moment. Immerse yourself by taking Sunbath in the neat and clean waters of this beach. The splashing waves of the sea beach are sure to capture one’s heart especially the moment of sharing your thoughts and desires when you are there with your special loved one. Swimming and other water sports activities are also available for those who wish to indulge in. If you need to ride a boat on the Nuanai River, then be the first one to explore the gift that the nature has to offer engulfing lush green surroundings all over the place.
Come experience the pure bliss of the nature and explore this heavenly paradise on Earth as this offers a welcome relief and retreat for the tourists and visitors and where one could not ask for anything more. It is a fact that tomorrows may not remain the same as of now but you can be well assured that the waves would still come on and on.
