

It is best known for the sprawling resort Atlantis with its extensive water park rides, pools, beach, restaurants, walk-in aquarium and casinos. The island, with an area of 277 hectares (685 acres) (2.8 km 2/1.1 sq mi), is located just off the shore of the city of Nassau, which is itself located on the northern edge of the island of New Providence. Paradise Island is an island in The Bahamas formerly known as Hog Island. Both islands are within capital city Nassau's harbour. The main forms of leisure are the beautiful view of the Arabian Sea, star gazing at night and other activities like watersports, snorkelling, parasailing and boat rides.Map depicting New Providence Island which is connected to Paradise Island via two bridges.

Some of the beaches like the Half Moon Beach and Paradise Beach can only be reached by trekking or a boat ride. One can find shacks, cafés and guesthouses in most of the beaches that serve delicious food in the evenings. According to religious customs, pilgrims must take a dip in the waters of Gokarna Beach before entering the Mahabaleshwara Temple. While these beaches are famous amongst the tourist, the main Gokarna Beach is only preferred by the pilgrims. Surrounded by small hills and islands between them, these beaches are must-see places for all the passionate nature lovers. The famous trio of beaches in Gokarna, the Kudle Beach, The Half-moon Beach and the Paradise beach are the most famous ones that have brought in international recognition. They are calm and serene amid the waters, hills and sunlight. Gokarna has a vast sea line to offer to the visitors.

The sprawling beaches are the chief tourist attraction in the holy town of Gokarna. Over the past few years, Gokarna has become an important tourist destination owing to its alluring beaches that promise a peaceful vacation leaving behind the tourist rush of Goa.
