Unlike American beaches, you don't see many people out sunbathing during the day. In the heat of the day it is just to hot, and the surf and undertow do not allow you to do much more than wade in the water. At dusk however, people swarm to the beach to enjoy enjoy the water and the welcome ocean breeze.In the mornings there are many small brightly painted fishing boats that head out for the day's catch. Many of the fishermen live in slum dwellings located at the far ends of the beach. 
No one knows how many, but many fishing families lost their lives in the Tsunami that swept over the beaches in 2004.
The Christian community is not large here, but this open church at Elliot beach was all lit up for Mary's birthday, which is a week long major celebration. They had a public address system large enough for a big rock concert blaring out a very interesting mix of traditional hymns and Indian popular/tradition music.
Another site you see often during the day is men and boys stalking the beach looking for sand crabs. When they spot something they pounce on the spot with their heel and start digging frantically.
This boy and his father are heading off with their bag full.
No one knows how many, but many fishing families lost their lives in the Tsunami that swept over the beaches in 2004.
The Christian community is not large here, but this open church at Elliot beach was all lit up for Mary's birthday, which is a week long major celebration. They had a public address system large enough for a big rock concert blaring out a very interesting mix of traditional hymns and Indian popular/tradition music.Another site you see often during the day is men and boys stalking the beach looking for sand crabs. When they spot something they pounce on the spot with their heel and start digging frantically.
This boy and his father are heading off with their bag full.
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