Mahe, situated on the west coast of Kerala is a former French colony in India. Geographically situated in Kerala, poilitically Mahe forms part of Pondicherry Union Territory. It lies south of Mahe River near where the river meets the sea. Mahe is famous as a brisk trade center of foreign liquor.
The history of Mahe is closely associated with a statue named Marianne, a proud symbol of French revolution. The freedom struggle of Mahe gathered momentum from this place. Hence, this place is now well maintained as a park in the name of Rabindranath Tagore.
The Headquarters office of Mahe administration is the Government House which is a fine example of the French architecture. There is a mini forest area at the back of the Government House. From this point, the Arabian Sea, the costline with golden sand, the Mayyazhi River and the Dharmadam island can be seen.
Other attractions include a tall flag mast, a lighthouse, remnants of a fort and the sunset. In addition to these, Mahe Boat house, 2 km from the Government house, in the Mahe River welcomes the visitors with speed boats, pedal boats and kayak boats. Some other places of interest are Thacholi Othenan’s Fort, Puzhakal Juma Masjid, St. Theresa Church, Sree Krishna Temple, St. George Fort, Puthalam Bhagavathi Temple and Sree Narayana Madam.
The Government Tourist Home near the Government House, the Zara Resort on the railway station road, the Arena Hotel near the Mahe Sports Club and the Municipal Tourist Home provide excellent accommodation.
Location: 28 kms south of Kannur, 8 kms south of Thalassery Nearest Railway Station: Mahe Nearest major Railway Station: Thalassery Nearest major Bus Station: Thalassery Nearest Airports: Mangalore(150 kms),...
Read moreThe Mahe Walkway, also known as the Mahe Beach Walkway or Mahé Harbour Walkway, is a scenic pedestrian path along the coast of Mahe, Seychelles. Here are some interesting facts about the Mahe Walkway:
Length: Approximately 5 km (3.1 miles) long Location: Runs along the coast of Mahe, starting from Victoria (the capital city) to the nearby town of Roche Caïman Features: Offers stunning views of the ocean, surrounding islands, and scenic beaches Activities: Ideal for walking, jogging, cycling, or simply taking a leisurely stroll Landmarks: Passes by several attractions, including the Victoria Market, Clock Tower, and Roche Caïman Beach Wildlife: Keep an eye out for sea turtles, fish, and various bird species Food and drink: Enjoy fresh coconut water, local snacks, or seafood at nearby eateries Timing: Best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon for a more relaxed atmosphere
The Mahe Walkway is a wonderful way to experience the natural beauty of Seychelles, enjoy the ocean breeze, and explore the...
Read moreRawLovely place! Best spot to spend the evening with your loved ones or even great to have some time alone, such a calm and peaceful place to take a short break from your busy day. its kind of a corniche, riverside walkway which further extends to the sea and then a beach and harbour. Now you can also sea a lighthouse built there with a hillock set for you to have a greater view of the sea. Theres a park for kids to play around and lots of benches and seats for people to relax. this is the place were the mahe river joins the arabian sea. People come here to read peacefully, for a morning jog, to meet friends and to spend leisure time. Right in front of the walkway there are tiny shops were you can buy ice creams and snacks and also there is a walkway restaurant. One of the best spots in the place is...
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