St Mary’s Island, Udupi - The National Geological Monument in India

Описание: St. Mary’s island is known for its unique rock formations and brilliant sea views. This island is off the coast of Malpe in Udupi, Karnataka.

Only way of getting to St. Mary’s island is by boat. Boats are available from Malpe beach at regular frequency of every 20 minutes.

It takes 20 minutes by boat ride from Malpe beach to St. Mary’s Island.

Malpe beach also offer a wide variety of engagement to visiting tourist. This beach is specially know for water sports. So get immersed and enjoy...

In the year 1498, Vasco da Gama landed at this Island on his way to Calicut. He fixed a cross on the island as a dedication to the Blessed Mother Mary. Hence the island got its name as St. Mary’s Island.

St. Mary’s island is known for their distinctive geological formation of columnar rhyolitic lava.

Considering the importance and rarity of such occurrence, these islands were classified as a “National Geological Monument” in 2001 by the Geological Survey of India.

This Islands are seashell haven with seashells of various shapes and sizes littered across the coast.

It is advisable to walk with foot wear to avoid getting hurt due to sharp broken sea shells.

St. Mary’s Island is ideal destination for Pre Wedding Shooting. However, drone cameras are not allowed inside the island.

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In the next episode, we will be covering Kapu Beach, which is one more beautiful, serene and less crowded beaches at Udupi . So, stay tuned…

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Google Map Location:
1) Malpe Beach
https://goo.gl/maps/nD4AzweYumuAFpZQ6

2) St. Mary's Island
https://goo.gl/maps/Fs7XezmRn34FL46BA

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