Winter Beach Bliss: 5 Less Popular Beach Destinations In India

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Beach Places

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Where To Go?

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1. Gokarna, Karnataka

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2. Tarkarli, Maharashtra

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3. Mandarmani, West Bengal

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4. Kurumgad Island, Karnataka

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5. Chandipur, Odisha

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