Eden Beach Puducherry
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Eden Beach | |
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Coastal | |
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| Coordinates: 11°52′29″N 79°48′57″E / 11.8747°N 79.8157°E | |
| Location | Chinna Veerampattinam, Puducherry, India |
| Dimensions | |
| • Length | 800 meters |
Eden Beach is located in Chinna Veerampattinam near Puducherry, India. It is one of the eight Indian beaches certified with the Blue Flag tag by the Foundation for Environment Education (FEE), Denmark.[1][2]
Eden Beach is situated 10 km from Puducherry city, between Paradise Beach and the Arts & Crafts Village. It can be accessed via Ariyankuppam–Veerampattinam Road, with parking facilities available.[3][4]
Features
Activities
Visitors can engage in activities such as:[7]
- Swimming in a designated 800-meter zone
- Jet skiing and kayaking
- Nature trails and birdwatching
- Relaxation in sit-out areas and umbrella huts
Conservation and facilities
Eden Beach follows strict environmental policies under the Blue Flag program:[8]
- Regular water quality monitoring
- Waste management and plastic-free initiatives
- Clean restrooms and changing rooms
- First-aid and safety measures
Visiting information
- Timings: Open 24 hours
- Entry Fee: Free
- Best Time to Visit: October to March
- Nearest Railway Station: Puducherry railway station
- Nearest Airport: Puducherry Airport