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Andhra's 'Second Goa' Eyes Global Eco-Tag
2 Jul
Summary
- Baruva Beach in Andhra Pradesh is being developed into a Blue Flag Beach.
- The project includes a Rs 60 lakh initial investment for infrastructure.
- The beach boasts historical shipwrecks, temples, and river confluences.
Baruva Beach, a historic coastline in Andhra Pradesh, is undergoing development to achieve Blue Flag certification. This initiative, spearheaded by local authorities and supported by a Rs 60 lakh initial funding from the Mineral Trust, aims to transform the beach into a premier tourist destination. The project includes the construction of a new guest house, parking facilities, and other essential amenities, while preserving the beach's natural beauty and historical significance.
With plans to become the second Blue Flag Beach in Andhra Pradesh, Baruva offers unique attractions. These include ancient temples, a British-era shipwreck from 1971, and the scenic meeting point of the Mahendra Tanaya River and the Bay of Bengal. Authorities are also developing boat rides and enhancing the beach with a new entrance, information desk, walking track, and expanded greenery, building upon existing structures like the lighthouse and Haritha Resorts.
