5 July is celebrated as International Bikini Day. It marks the anniversary of a two-piece bathing suit designed by Louis Reard in 1946. Women across the globe love wearing bikinis and getting tanned while basking in the sun. However, India is a bit traditional.
There are cultural boundaries, a lack of security, and many other reasons why women don’t wear bikinis in India that often. Not to mention the lack of appropriate places where women can flaunt their bodies freely.
Well, here are some destinations in India where women can wear bikinis easily without locals objecting!
Mamallapuram Beach
Mamallapuram beach or the Mahabalipuram beach in Tamil Nadu is the perfect destination for those who want to wear bikinis. The beach does not have too many people and their uncomfortable gaze. It is situated about 58 kilometres from Chennai and tourists can also visit the Shore temple with ancient stone sculptures, built under the reign of Pallava king Rajasimha.
Giving you space for sunbathing in your bikinis with added historic value, Mamallapuram beach is the perfect place for your holiday.
Radhanagar beach
Radhanagar beach in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands is one of the most beautiful beaches of the island. The white sand on the beach is just beautiful and the waves could be straight out of a painting. This beautiful beach works as a canvas for your poses in bikinis. It is relatively less crowded than other beaches in the country and is the perfect destination for you to get tanned.
Varkala Beach
Varkala beach or the Papanasam beach in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is believed to have the power to wash away all the sins in one's life. It is highly popular among tourists and plenty of women wear bikinis and swimsuits at Varkala beach. Safety in numbers!
Butterfly Beach
Butterfly beach in Goa is among the state’s less crowded beaches. It is known for dolphins, crabs and butterflies. It is a beautiful beach. The semi-circle landscape make for a perfect spot for you to rule in your bikinis and enjoy your holiday.
Kadmat Beach
You can wear you bikinis and bask in the sun freely at the Kadmat beach in Lakshadweep. It is a popular destination for tourists and and you can relax in your swimsuit being being judged. The beach is not very crowded and is a perfect getaway for you from your daily life.
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