India Surf Festival 2016 – Adventure on Board!

India Surf Festival is not just restricted to surfing. It is also a celebration of music and arts. The festival is held in November every year at Ramachandi Beach in Odisha, on the sands of Puri-Konark Marine Drive.The beach is all set to celebrate the festival this year. The India Surf Festival 2016 is held from 12th November to 14th November. The events here are organised by Rangers Adventure Foundation and Surfing Yogis community. Let us get to know more about the festival and the events that are a part of the festivities.Photo Courtesy: Official websiteThe India Surf Festival (ISF) at Puri is one of the most awaited travel festivals held in India. The festival is as colourful like any other festival in India, loaded with music and arts. One of the major attractions of the festival is the Surf Expressions Championship.Here, the surfers are allowed to perform their unique styles and show of their techniques and expertise in surfing. Another major event is the India SUP Cup, which is apparently the biggest Stand Up Paddle (SUP) competition held in India. Participants from various countries take part in these events.Photo Courtesy: Official websiteThe Kitesurfing Trophy is also an interesting event held during the festival. Walk=on-Water workshops are held here for those who have no experience in surfing. Yoga-on-Water workshops are also a highlight of the India Surf Festival. The other workshops include that of long boarding, skateboarding and para-motoring.Music to Soothe Your EarsNo festival is complete without some music to give that refreshing vibe. The India Surf Festival also is a place where you can enjoy the music and dances performed by the DJs, fire dancers, live music bands, folk dancers, etc. Open air music jams are also held around a bonfire.Photo Courtesy: Official websiteA Stroke of ArtArt shows are held here and black canvasses are displayed for artists to paint on! The place is also a paradise of shutterbugs. A special platform is organised for the photographers to flaunt the images that capture the spirit of the festival.Photo Courtesy: Official websiteHow to reach Ramachandi BeachThe beach is located around 28km from Puri. This is how to reach Puri.Click for Puri hotels.Visit this pristine beach near Puri, and enjoy the adventurous surf festival!