Surathkal Beach, Karnataka Sept 1, 2026

At Surathkal Beach, the waves aren"t the only things making an impression. A lighthouse watches over the shore, a historic temple keeps centuries-old legends alive and, until recently, a stranded ship added an unexpected chapter to its story.

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