St Mary's Island consists of small islands off the coast near Malpe, distinguished by hexagonal basalt rock columns formed through ancient volcanic activity, a geological feature rare in India. Local lore holds that Vasco da Gama landed here en route to Kerala. Visitors reach the island by a short ferry ride from Malpe and can explore the rock formations alongside clear water and quiet beaches, making it one of the more distinctive natural attractions on Karnataka's coast.
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