The awe inspiring confluence of river and sea from Ottinane view point allured me to visit the Someshwar beach. This was impromptu visit. I had smooth ride from ottinane view point to beach thanks to help of locals. I reached the beach at 6:00 and started gazing at the sea tides. Unlike other beaches of coastal Karnataka, Someshwar beach is not well known.
The first visit was to someshwar temple which is this beach named after. The Lord shiva faces the sea on west direction. Apart from I spotted anjaneya and navagraha temples together. After the holy darshan, I walked along the promenade breathing the onshore breeze and absorbing the aura. Benches are constructed to silently view the horizon and stare at the sinking sun. Divinity of Lord Shiva is equally complemented by divine nature. The area is bounded by pristine nature with no trace of concrete scape. You can view the hills from here.
10mins walk on dunes lead you to the confluence point where souparnika concludes her final journey. Not as exciting as top view but serenity is unmatched. I was enthralled by divinity of nature and prayed for a while. Lot of boulders strewed along sea shore may be due to the sea erosion swallowing the sea wall. Man boasts of building unassailable barrier but nature's might is unparalleled. This could be seen at beach where the sea wall was obliterated by the roaring waves of monsoon season. The strewed rocks along shoreline was a classic example.
I spotted a passenger boat as well near the confluence point. Looks like we have boating facility too to enjoy the nature in depth. Not sure, just a guess. It may be restricted to resort stayers and not for common crowd
Due to approaching summer, the sunset is slowly moving late into night. There were lot of foreground objects which could complement the sunset scene. I waited for nearly 30 mins to get those glorious views of Sun sinking at western horizon. It was worth the wait and the nature did not disappoint. The clouds would have added further charm but the clean sky was equally charming. It was fun & soul-refreshing to behold the sunset and capture its beauty.
The night was getting darker and darker. It was time to turn back. On the way, I enjoyed the Maravanthe beach while on motion. There was no time and it was not pleasant moment either. Cumulatively I was relieved after spotting both of my desired destinations. There is plethora of perturbations when you set out for unknown destination. But when you reach them, you forget the former turbulent mind eternally. What if destination not reached? You rework or make sure it is practical :-)
Last but not least, I thank the locals of Baindur for correctly guiding me to enchanting destination. Also to my wonderful wife for letting me go alone despite complications.
Route:
Baindur is easy to spot along NH-66. Later seek local help or turn on Maps to reach destination. The destination is nearly 4 kms from highway.
Food:
I suppose, Baindur has many eating outlets. It should not be difficult to find. Apart from this, the beach front has vendors selling ice-cream and minor local snacks.
Best time to visit:
Probably winter from October to March. During monsoon season, authorities may not allow you to step into sea water.
Stay:
A resort is located near Someshwara beach which you should be able to find information on googling. Apart from that, you can stay in ottinane view point forest guest house. Both of them comes at royal cost :-). You can as well stay in Baindur or Kundapura with cheaper accommodations.
Related blogs:
You are not alone: https://randomscribblingpad.blogspot.com/2019/05/you-are-not-alone.html
A short video of visit. Hope you enjoy
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| Someshwara temple |
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| Resting benches |
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| First look |
10mins walk on dunes lead you to the confluence point where souparnika concludes her final journey. Not as exciting as top view but serenity is unmatched. I was enthralled by divinity of nature and prayed for a while. Lot of boulders strewed along sea shore may be due to the sea erosion swallowing the sea wall. Man boasts of building unassailable barrier but nature's might is unparalleled. This could be seen at beach where the sea wall was obliterated by the roaring waves of monsoon season. The strewed rocks along shoreline was a classic example.
I spotted a passenger boat as well near the confluence point. Looks like we have boating facility too to enjoy the nature in depth. Not sure, just a guess. It may be restricted to resort stayers and not for common crowd
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| The exact confluence point |
Due to approaching summer, the sunset is slowly moving late into night. There were lot of foreground objects which could complement the sunset scene. I waited for nearly 30 mins to get those glorious views of Sun sinking at western horizon. It was worth the wait and the nature did not disappoint. The clouds would have added further charm but the clean sky was equally charming. It was fun & soul-refreshing to behold the sunset and capture its beauty.
The night was getting darker and darker. It was time to turn back. On the way, I enjoyed the Maravanthe beach while on motion. There was no time and it was not pleasant moment either. Cumulatively I was relieved after spotting both of my desired destinations. There is plethora of perturbations when you set out for unknown destination. But when you reach them, you forget the former turbulent mind eternally. What if destination not reached? You rework or make sure it is practical :-)
Last but not least, I thank the locals of Baindur for correctly guiding me to enchanting destination. Also to my wonderful wife for letting me go alone despite complications.
Route:
Baindur is easy to spot along NH-66. Later seek local help or turn on Maps to reach destination. The destination is nearly 4 kms from highway.
Food:
I suppose, Baindur has many eating outlets. It should not be difficult to find. Apart from this, the beach front has vendors selling ice-cream and minor local snacks.
Best time to visit:
Probably winter from October to March. During monsoon season, authorities may not allow you to step into sea water.
Stay:
A resort is located near Someshwara beach which you should be able to find information on googling. Apart from that, you can stay in ottinane view point forest guest house. Both of them comes at royal cost :-). You can as well stay in Baindur or Kundapura with cheaper accommodations.
Related blogs:
You are not alone: https://randomscribblingpad.blogspot.com/2019/05/you-are-not-alone.html
A short video of visit. Hope you enjoy
It must to be great to be there!
ReplyDeleteMy sky..
Wow - fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLovely sunset photographs posted this week. Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteHumans build and nature tears down. Beautiful photos. I especially enjoyed the sun sinking into the ocean.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are so beautiful. The lighting is perfect.
ReplyDeleteWorth a Thousand Words
nice day at the beach
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