No budget to go to Maldives? You will forget about traveling abroad after seeing the blue water and views of these 7 beaches of India.

Be it summer holidays or any romantic vacation, whenever it comes to beautiful beaches and blue waters, the first name that comes to people’s mind is Maldives. But a trip to Maldives can be quite heavy on the pocket. What if we tell you that you can get white shining sand and crystal clear (absolutely transparent) blue water like Maldives only in India? Yes, the vast coastline of our country is full of many such hidden gems which can compete with any international destination in terms of beauty. Let us know about 7 such best beaches of India which look exactly like Maldives and where you can feel luxury in a low budget. 1. Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island (Andaman and Nicobar) Radhanagar Beach of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is counted among the most beautiful beaches of Asia. The white fine sand of this beach, the dense green trees spread all around and the turquoise blue water of the sea will remind you of Maldives at first sight. The peaceful atmosphere here and the setting sun in the evening present such a magical sight that you will not be able to forget throughout your life. 2. Minicoy Island, Lakshadweep If you want a real alternative to Maldives, then there can be no better place than Lakshadweep. Being geographically very close to Maldives, the view of Minicoy Island is exactly the same. The huge lagoon here, extremely clear transparent water in which swimming fish can be seen even without glasses, and white sand beaches will not let you miss the expensive resorts of Maldives. 3. Kavaratti Island, Lakshadweep Kavaratti, the capital of Lakshadweep, is famous for its calm and extremely clean beaches. The water here is so clear that you can sit on top of it and clearly see the coral reef below. This place is best for water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling and kayaking. The water villa like vibes here will make you feel like a completely international trip. 4. Tarkarli Beach, Maharashtra Tarkarli Beach, located in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, is no less than a hidden treasure. This beautiful stretch of Konkan coast is known for its extremely clean and transparent water. The sea waves here are very calm. Like Maldives, here too you can see the colorful marine world closely through scuba diving. This is the best weekend getaway to enjoy Maldives like in low budget. 5. Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep It would not be wrong if Bangaram Island is called the ‘untouched paradise of India’. The population on this island is very less, due to which the beaches here are completely pollution free and in pristine condition. The silvery sand here and the sea water changing from dark to light blue looks exactly like the pictures of Maldives. This is the best honeymoon destination for couples who love solitude and peace. 6. Maravanthe Beach, Karnataka Maravanthe Beach, located in Udupi, Karnataka, is known for its unique geographical formation. On one side of it rise the high waves of the Arabian Sea and on the other side the Supanika River flows very peacefully. The highway passing right next to the beach makes this view even more spectacular. The clear water and rows of coconut trees here make you feel like a foreign cruise trip. 7. Rushikonda Beach, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) Rushikonda Beach in Andhra Pradesh has been awarded ‘Blue Flag’ certification for its golden sand and clear blue water. This means that it is one of the cleanest and safest beaches in India. The water activities and beautiful seaside resorts here let you experience the luxury lifestyle of Maldives at very affordable prices.