Malpe Beach

Fomous Beach Malpe & St.Mary's Island

Places of interestGeography Edit

In addition to being a port and a fishing hub, Malpe is also a beach town. Close to the mainland of Malpe are four rocky islands

Daria-Bahadurgad is the northernmost island

Kari-Illada-Kallu is the southernmost island

Daria-Gadara-Kalluthe is situated in between the abovementioned two islands

The fourth one is St. Mary's Islands, also called thonse paar[2]

Industry

The largest industry in Malpe is fisheries. Malpe is also known as the natural port and the largest port in karnataka. A considerable number of the population is engaged in fishing and in fish industries. Tile-manufacturing is another thriving industry in Malpe, as is the coconut industry. It is also known for the TEBMA ship building company.*Malpe - Karnataka Tourism

The place of interest in Malpe is the scenic beach, which is popular among both locals and tourists. St. Mary's Islands is also a tourist destination.[3] Malpe also houses temples of Balarama and Ananteshwara. The temple of Balarama was built by Mogaveera king Maindan. The fort on the island of Daria-Bahadurgad, off the shores of Malpe, is said to have been built by Basavappa Nayaka of Bidanur.[4] Free wi-fi for 30 minutes per phone is available on Malpe beach since 25.01.2016.[5]

St.mary's Island Malpe ,Udupi