The hurrying sound of the waves is striking, even from a distance. It is the only significant sound I hear in the otherwise quiet retreat. Juggling my steps carefully through a heap of stones, naturally arranged in a haphazard manner, I make my way to the beach of Blue Mermaid home stay in Kerala. As I come down, the undulation, the ups and downs and the definitive roar clearly becomes audible. The melody is quick to charm my attention as is the magnificence of the evening setting sun.
The magnificence of the evening sun
The golden persona of the sun tells me that there is still time for the sun to set. Water shimmers and part of green leafy tree tops glisten as the soft evening yellow kisses them with its glittery glow.
Across the lengths of the sandy silvery beach, silence fills the environs. There is hardly a soul in view. Breaking this calm constantly, are the lashing of the waves and the rustling of the leaves. The music is repetitive yet somber; and it seems to travel through the wilderness of the galaxies above. Whether it reaches the heaven, I wonder, but I already feel transported to His doorstep.
Across the lengths of the sandy silvery beach, silence fills the environs. There is hardly a soul in view. Breaking this calm constantly, are the lashing of the waves and the rustling of the leaves. The music is repetitive yet somber; and it seems to travel through the wilderness of the galaxies above. Whether it reaches the heaven, I wonder, but I already feel transported to His doorstep.
Musical waves
A few rocks protruding out from the water grab my attention. Waves come in, collide with them, bow down and recede back only to come back and repeat the entire cycle again. Fascinating as it is, this brutal water attack on the rocks leaves me wondering –
Since how long have these rocks been struggling with the might of the ocean?
And, since how long will they ...
As if in a bid to wash all my thoughts away, the next wave comes in quick and there is a powerful clash yet again... the ensuing spray leaves me drenched, just a bit though. Tempted by the wet of water, I decide to venture into the seas.
Do not go very deep inside the waters, I hear the voice of my father warning me.
Stepping in...
Stepping just enough in the froth of the waters, I leave my flip flops at the shore and let my feet go free. The waves caress and cover them in rich soapy foam. A bit of sand slips under. Even as my feet are pulled in, I fix my eyes towards the ever changing color palette of the skies.
The sun, in its new avatar of faintly tinted yellow and orange, is all set to leave. The natural light gets dimmer and dimmer with every passing second yet the boisterous gushing of the ocean goes on...
The sun, in its new avatar of faintly tinted yellow and orange, is all set to leave. The natural light gets dimmer and dimmer with every passing second yet the boisterous gushing of the ocean goes on...
A beautiful event planned by the Master, the Sunset... unfolds.
I sit down on the swampy seat of sand and let everything seep inside. The magical colors, the hushed silences, the transforming moments are simply beautiful. A few more moments and its gone... vanishing somewhere, faraway in the horizon or is it beneath the whirl of the sea?
The final glimpse: Sunset
Time
comes to a standstill as the world seems to be drifting apart. A
meditative lull descends. A sense of peace prevails. Darkness befalls... Time to get back to the hotel, have dinner and catch a good night’s sleep. Tomorrow is going to be another beautiful day.
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Oh my goodness, how beautiful and especially the sea swirling around those rocks.
ReplyDeleteThe entire coastline is such. If possible try visiting Bekal fort. Some 80 kms North of Kannur.
ReplyDeleteThe beach looks so serene ... I have been enjoying all your posts in kerala ... I have been to the same beach last year and it was a amazing experience unlike the chennai beaches that are so noisy and polluted : ) But I am glad you are really enjoying kerala ... keep posting and make me live my sweet memories !!
ReplyDeleteYes but polluted by political parties.
DeleteBeautiful photos! I love the awesome ones you captured where the sun is turning the sand golden and shining on it!
ReplyDeleteYour post reminded me of the december evening i spent on payyambalam beach. simply amazing it is :)
ReplyDeleteI was right there with you. Your words and photos brought me to this beautiful beach with it's setting sun. I can see already how much this trip will soothe the soul. Thank you for sharing such moments of peace and beautiful. Have a wonderful week. Hugs Carrie
ReplyDeleteBursts of gold on lavender melting into saffron, lovely colour :)
ReplyDeleteWow, Truly Awesome photographs. Great to read your post. Thanks a lot :)
ReplyDeleteArti, Nice to saw your FB page and Just LIKE your " My Yatra Diary" page. Keep posting :)
ReplyDeleteIn such a lovely surrounding there will surely be another beautiful day, Arti:)
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely description and sense of peace to go with those beautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this meditative moment, Arti. I just feel like I was there sharing a divine moment with you silently. The reflection of dimly shining sunbeams extending to the shore seems like a path leading to the unknown world.
ReplyDeleteAwesome write up. Would love to experience the same.
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Gorgeous sunset photos, and such lovely writing, Arti! Sounds like a wonderful trip so far..
ReplyDeleteThe sunset of the Arabian Sea is very gorgeous. It waft a mood of the southern country I haven't visited. So tommorow will also fascinate you.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your day!
wonderful narration and amazing pics!!
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Beautiful shots and I re-lived the place in your words. Thanks for that!
ReplyDeleteLovely series.Sunsets are always wonderful .
ReplyDeleteHi! Nice captures. I felt just reading a long poem. I like the last photo very much. Wishing you a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteArti, You write poetically and your photos enhance your words. I am resting in the calm your blog has given me.
ReplyDeleteIndeed God's own country Arti... Reminds me of my visit to Kerala
ReplyDeleteAh, so beautiful so vibrant, so peaceful, so relaxing, plus I throughly enjoy reading your thoughts, so beautifully written
ReplyDeleteBeach at the sunset time is fascinating. I feel free and comfortable, fatigue washed away, becoming one with the pulse of this earth through my senses. I like to see the horizon where sky and sea merge into one. Your writing is so poetic and touching as always, but suppose to vote for No. 1, this is it.
ReplyDeleteYoko
great post...the photos snapped are too good...
ReplyDeleteYou captured that beautiful sunset step by step until it is almost vanished. I always like to see sun going down in the horizon.
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It sounds so peaceful.
ReplyDeleteWow! The beach pictures are gorgeous! Even gorgeous are those with the sunsets...I want that sun!!
ReplyDeleteThe ocean's lullaby! So deceiving, those waves. Beautiful, yet brutally powerful if one is not careful. What a wonderful evening spent on a quiet beach. Gorgeous! I want to wet my toes in the sand. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd a train ride! How I love train rides! Though they always make me fall asleep. Hope you are having a great week!
How wonderful to see such beautiful scenery and walking barefoot in the sand and cool waters.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post Arti, wonderfully worded by you. There is so much to learn from the ocean.
ReplyDeletebeautiful caption to the blog :) Nice read Ma'am :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post.. I havent explored these ares enough. :)
ReplyDeleteNot commented here much, but been religiously following your trails on twitter :D
Fantastic post, beautiful photos:) Greetings
ReplyDeleteThere is a poet in you, I tell you.
ReplyDeleteBest pictures I have seen in your Blog.
Such a beautiful meditative post! Being at coast in Oregon (the Pacific Ocean) makes me feel just that way. (Here in Florida, the Atlantic Ocean is lovely, but the beaches are busy and the ocean is very flat and calm, without much tidal action...It's not as inspiring!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful images. Kannur much be a gorgeous place - particular in sunset.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful sunshine. I would like to visit to see the real sunset. :D
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful ARti - brings on the magic of the sunset! Happy weekend to you!
ReplyDeleteThese photos look like Hawaii's seascape. Amazing.
ReplyDeleteLovely images of your day coming to an end. xo
ReplyDeleteHi! Nice series of Sunset photos. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
ReplyDeleteCompletely serene and beautiful isn't it Arti? You have clicked some wonderful sunset pics..
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned - "Since how long have these rocks been struggling with the might of the ocean? And, since how long will they ..." and yet, they stand their ground! :)
I do wonder how long I could watch waves and not get bored! Nice pictures.
ReplyDeleteCheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Αγαπητή μου φίλη Arti
ReplyDeleteΤι υπέροχες φωτογραφίες και πόσο ποιητικό κείμενο!!!
Γράφεις πολύ ωραία!
Κι εγώ αγαπώ πολύ την θάλασσα!
Μου αρέσει να ακούω τον ήχο της και πίστεψε με, την αγαπώ περισσότερο όταν είναι θυμωμένη!
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Sunset here and Sunrise on my blog... :) ... soon!
ReplyDeleteWow amazing post. You have nicely described the beauty of this place. Lovely pictures. I would love to be there with my family and friends.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Wow, that's a beautiful sunset Arti!
ReplyDeletebeautiful post, Arti!!! lovely as a poem!!!! and wonderful photos to go along.
ReplyDeleteI just experienced a beautiful sunset thanks to your description of an evening at the seaside. Absolutely divine writing.
ReplyDeleteAnd the pictures are so so GORGEOUS!!!
Beautiful..!
ReplyDeleteAn amazing place with such natural delights. I will surely plan my upcoming vacation to this place.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful spot at the perfect time.
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ReplyDeleteSuch an informative blog and very beautiful pics
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