Shankapur beach, situated by the Bay of Bengal in the East Medinipur District of West Bengal is a place of serenity. The beach holds the power of revitalizing the disturbed mind of the visitors and offer them some giggling moments of their life. It is fringed by Casuarinas and Eucalyptus trees and is devoid of the crowds of beach stalls or shops, which provides a balmy holiday to the beach-lovers.

Things to see and do on Shankarpur Beach
Sightseeing at morning hours is the best way to explore Shankarpur beach and its activities of fishermen folk, residing, here. A keen observation helps encounter the time and technique of fishing. Many visitors sit patiently in the small tea-stalls and enjoy this lively view, accompanied with a sip of fresh coconut juice. With the onset of evening, Shankarpur beach turns as dark and as such an evening walk is not recommended.

Shankarpur Beach Shopping
As such, no shops or markets are set up on the Shankarpur Beach. Yet, shophaloic can look into the beautiful shell collection displayed by the fishermen-turned-vendors.

Eating at Shankarpur
The exotic food-stalls nearby Shankarpur Beach, serves the taste of Bengali cuisines like Pomfret fry, Crab Hole etc. Dishes, arranged according to the price offers the sumptuous puris and Alu Dom(potatos curry), black tea and alike. Continental, Chinese and Goan cuisines are also available at Hotel Nest and Sandy Bay.

Getaway from Shankarpur Beach
Mandarmani Beach
An excursion into the nearby Mandarmani beach is similar to visiting the land of solitude. It is located 32 kms east of Shankarpur and is known as the unspoilt beauty of West Bengal. En route, visitors can feast their eyes with the swaying paddy fields and the several artificial ponds.

Place of accommodation at Shankarpur
A visit to Shankarpur Beach, calls for accommodation in luxury hotel rooms at Hotel Nest, Sweet Home, Ashoka Lodge and Sandy Bay. A budget stay can be achieved with finding space into the affordable rooms at Jowar and Matsyagandha guest house, Kinara guest house.

When to visit Shankarpur
The best time to visit Shankarpur beach is during winter months i.e from October to February.

How to reach Shankarpur Beach
By Air
The nearest Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport(183 kms) operates airlines which connects the place to all the major cities in India.

By Rail
Regular trains operating to and from Digha railheads, situated 16 kms from Shankarpur Beach aids visitor reach their destination.

By Road
Both the private and State owned buses halts at Ramnagar bus-stand and visitors can easily find space into them. The West Bengal Surface Transport Corporation has also started operating regular buses to Shankarpur beach premises.