This seashore sightseeing location is one of the most venerable pilgrim centres of Christians in the world over, as it is said to be the site of St John de Britto's martyrdom. It was at this place where the saint is said to have been beheaded in 1693. The sand dune here is believed to have been stained by the blood of the revered saint. There is a shrine constructed in Portuguese style containing a statue of the saint, known locally as 'Arul Anandar' who had modestly offered his neck to the executioner.