Digha, Mandarmani, Tajpur

MANDARMANI & DIGHA Mandarmani is a fast developing seaside resort village that lies close to ever-popular beaches of Digha and Shankarpur in the state of West Bengal. It lies in the East Midnapore district and at the northern end of the Bay of Bengal. It is almost 180 km from Kolkata Airport on the Kolkata - Digha route and just 14km from Chaulkhola. 

With sun and surf, pristine sea beach and silt coloured sand, this beach is slowly becoming popular among the tourists. Mandarmani derived its name from the ubiquitous small red crabs that crawl around the 13 km. long virgin beach making it look like a simmering field of the red flower Mandar. Years ago the resemblance ignited the imagination of the locals. They named it Mandarboni. In course of time it has become Mandarmani. It is often argued to be the longest 13 km. motorable beach In India. Geomorphologic, this area has relatively low waves than nearer tourist beach of Digha. However still this beach is deposition with formation of neo dunes in several areas specially around Dadanpatrabar. 

 From Contai this can be travelled through a place called Chaulkhola. This is a drive-in beach. It is an ideal place to relax, far away from the hustle and bustle of Kolkata. The sunrise and sunset are a treat to the eyes. The peaceful atmosphere brings a sense of relief to one's soul. If that is not enough to please your senses, then try to loll on the sand and listen to the waves crashing upon the shore, which will surely drive away your bustling pressure. Relax, swim and enjoy the beach. You are not likely to have many visitors around and that's the beauty of this beach. Activities include table tennis, carrom, beach cricket, beach volleyball, and boat cruises.