Diamond Harbour Beach

Situated off the southern coast of Hoogly, Diamond Harbour is a popular weekend getaway situated near the city of Kolkata. This is the very spot where the Ganges takes a turn towards the south to join the Bay of Bengal, and you can witness the confluence of the holy river with its final destination. The serenity and natural beauty of this place are something rare, making it a top pick among locals and tourists.

You can sit back and contemplate life as you look over the scintillating stretch of the water ahead or take a leisurely walk around the banks as well. With its unpretentious layout and quaint atmosphere, Diamond Harbour is no less than a blank canvas where you can paint your adventure.

Diamond Harbor is an excellent place which can work as a fabulous picnic spot where you can spend your quality time with your family and children. While you are here, you mustn't miss the view of the natural beauty of the place as it has the upper hand over all the things present here. You can spend your entire day on the banks of Hooghly River, or hop aboard the river cruises that are also available here.

There are local boats that take you to a trip around the region, or you can also take a ferry to Haldia. The cost of the same is around INR 50 and makes up for quite an adventure in its own right. On the other hand, there are the remains of a Portuguese fort and a lighthouse that catches the attention of the history lovers and explorers. Earlier, there used to be a stronghold of Portuguese pirates and has many old wives' tales associated with its existance.