Mangaluru – The city of sand and sea
One of the rare cities in the country to have access to air as well as sea transport, Mangaluru is known for its pleasant weather, its golden sand and stunning beaches. Book your Hyderabad to Mangaluru flight tickets with IndiGo today.
Things to do in Mangaluru
The Panambur Beach is well known for its vibrant carnivals that have kite flying, sandcastle making as well as boat racing competitions and events. It is one of the cleanest and most serene beaches you could visit.
Tourist attractions in Mangaluru
Bejai Museum is an excellent place for those interested in the history of Mangaluru. It is built in the heart of the city and happens to be the only museum in the town. It has a well-maintained collection of coins, paintings and many other things.
A visit to Pilikula Nisargadhama is ideal for family or friends since the lush, green garden houses a science centre, a small aquarium as well as a lake.
Places to shop in Mangaluru
Hampankatta Market boasts of housing a lot of the culture of Mangaluru. It sells vegetables, fruits and spices.
There are famous sweet shops as well as ice cream parlours to keep your interest vested.
Best time to visit Mangaluru
September and April are fairly good months to visit Mangaluru if you want to sightsee and shop. The beaches, though, should be visited at a hotter time of the year.
Weather in Mangaluru
Summers can be pretty unpleasant to visit Mangaluru since the weather can go up to 39 degrees celsius. Otherwise, winters are the best time to visit since the maximum temperature remains quite low- keeping the weather fairly good.
Modes of transport in Mangaluru
The city has an international airport as well as a seaport. It has two railway stations and has properly connected roadways as well. You can use buses or private taxis to travel around.
Airports in Mangaluru
The Mangaluru International Airport is one of the only two international airports in Karnataka and docks domestic as well as international flights. It is around 13 km northeast of the centre of the city and is easily accessible. IATA: IXE