Astaranga Beach – Odisha – Beaches Of India

Astaranga Beach – Odisha

Astaranga Beach which literally means “colourful sunset” is an extremely picturesque beach located in the state of Odisha. This beautiful beach is situated in a fishing village called Astarangain the Puri district. In addition, to its scenic beauty this beach is also renowned for providing magnificent views of the setting sun. Furthermore, this beach also comprises of a small fish market that operates every morning. It also serves as a nesting place for the Olive Ridley Turtle species and these turtles can be seen especially during the winter season.

How to reach Astaranga Beach

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Astaranga Beach Map

By train:

The closest railway station to this beach is located in Puri. The Puri Railway Station is well connected via regular train services to major cities in country such as Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad etc.

By road:

If you intend to drive to this beach then the ideal starting points would be Bhubaneswar and Kolkata.

a. How to reach Astaranga Beach from Bhubaneswar: The shortest route to reach Astaranga beach from Bhubaneswar is via NH316 as depicted in the map above. Alternatively, click on the Google Maps link here to view on Google Maps.

b. How to reach Astaranga Beach from Kolkata: There fastest route from Kolkata to Astaranga beach is via NH-16 and the route map is depicted above. Alternatively, click on the Google Maps link here to view on Google Maps.

Via Bhubaneswar:

There are three routes from Bhubaneswar to this beach, and they are via NH-316, via SH-60, and via SH-13.

2. Via Cuttack:

There are two routes from Cuttack to this beach, and they are via SH-60 and via NH-316.

3. Via Puri:

There are two routes from Puri to this beach, and they are via Puri-Konark-Marine Drive and Konark-Kakatpur Road and via NH-316.

4. Via Patna:

There are two routes from Patna to this beach, and they are via NH-16 and via NH-19 and NH-16.

5. Via Kolkata:

There is one route from Kolkata to this beach, and it is via NH-16.

By air:

The closest airport to this beach is located in Bhubaneswar. The BijuPatnaik Airport is well connected to major cities such as New Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.

Climate and the best time to visit the Astaranga Beach

The maximum temperature at this beach during the summer season which begins in March and ends in May is about 45 degree Celsius. The rainfall received during the monsoon season which begins in June and ends in September is “moderate”. On the other hand the winter season which begins in December and ends in February is extremely pleasant with the temperature ranging from a maximum of 18 degree Celsius to a minimum of 10 degree Celsius. So the ideal time to visit this beach is from October to February during winter.

Things to do at Astaranga Beach

There are a few things/activities to do found at this beach worth exploring. They are as follows

Sunset views:

This beach provides for magnificent views of the setting sun and has been aptly been named “Astaranga” meaning “colourful sunset” thereby providing for a perfect spot for good photography.

2. Olive Ridley Turtle nest:

This beach also serves as a “nesting” spot for the Olive Ridley Turtle species. These turtles can be seen at this beach especially during the winter season.

Places To Visit Around Astaranga Beach

1. PirJahania Shrine:

In close proximity to this beach lies a popular shrine called PirJahania. This shrine is visited by both Hindus and Muslims alike. Apparently a “chadar” is offered by devotees in reverence of PirJahania.

Word of caution

There are many areas around this beach that comprise of quicksand and hence appropriate precautions must be taken while visiting this beach.

Interesting facts

This beach is renowned for being the main fishing center of Puri. In addition, a renowned shrine known as Pir Jahania visited by Hindus and Muslims alike is situated in close proximity to this beach.