The Paradise of South India
The word ‘Kovalam’ is derived from a Malayalam word, which means ‘a grove of coconut trees’. This name is given to the town since it has abundance of groves of coconut trees.
Kovalam.. breathtakingly beautiful.. a haven of peace and tranquility – the idyllic tourist destination in God’s own country. Kovalam offers an excellent diversity with Kovalam beach to suit all desires and occasions.
You can simply walk on the soft sandy shores, relax under the green canopy of coconut palms, sunbath and try some luscious seafood. Relaxing and chatting under the shade of palm trees and listening to the rhythm of waves. Another option which you have is to explore the village life of the little town with a luxurious boat ride. By this you can witness the culture and tradition of people here which would really be interesting.
Plenty of hippies arrived in Kovalam as part of the Hippie Trail that was on its way to Ceylon in Sri Lanka.
The main 3 beaches which are lined together along the coastal line of 1 Km are Lighthouse beach (Kovalam beach), Hawa beach and Samudra beach. Out of these beaches, the Lighthouse beach attracts the most. With its white sand, mesmerizing sunset, clean beach, low tidal waves and hippie culture, it is the favorite place for outsiders.
The Lighthouse beach is charachterized by its 35 meter tall Lighthouse and is one of the major tourist hotspots. The beach is the largest of all the 3 beaches in Kovalam. The Light House is located towards the southern end of the beach and it’s on a cape. This beach is mostly visited by the foreign tourists as it is most developed. The Lighthouse is placed atop a hillock called the Karumkal Hill and can be easily reached by foot. This beach is also a perfect location for various adventure sports at Kovalam beach. Swimming, surfing, parasailing and paragliding are just a few to mention which can thrill any adventure seeker.
The Hawa beach or Eve’s beach lies opposite to the Light house beach. Many tourists claim it to be the most beautiful among the beaches in Kovalam. The exquisiteness of this Kovalam beach is enhanced by the stack of palm grooves which reward a unique elegance to this place. Way back, the beachside was usually thronged by the topless European women to get a perfect tan and that’s how the place got its name Hawa beach. The beach in the early morning is found crowded with native fishermen who rely completely on the sea for their living.
Samudra beach which is a scenic jewel to Kovalam and is located towards the north most region of Kovalam beach.The beach has enormous attractive features among which the most prominent is its isolation and the feel of serenity it offers. You will never find massive crowd of tourists pouring in here. This feature alone draws lots of tourists towards the beach as they can be away from the noisy howls and rushes of their routine city life. You can enjoy complete privacy here and thus this beach has always remained as an ingredient in almost every honeymoon packages in Kovalam. This is an absolute paradise for the newly-wed and they can stay immersed in their own world of tranquillity here. Samudra beach has remained impervious to the rapid bloom of tourism and even today the beach is successful in preserving its original appeal.
Half-hour drive from Kovalam, Pozhikara Beach is where the backwaters open out to the sea. Bordered by lush greenery, fine sand and sparkling waters it is a great place to catch up on sun bathing, swimming and tasty seafood at the beachside kiosks. The rich vegetation also draws several migratory birds, and their sight is bound to be a treat for avid photographers and bird lovers.
Another tourist attraction in Kovalam is Velliyani Lake. Thiruvananthapuram’s largest fresh water lake, Velliyani, is a calm and delightful setting with clean, clear waters filled with lotus flowers. Popular for the spectacular visuals created by moonlight on these waters, the lake is also known for boat races during the annual Onam festivities. While travellers can enjoy a boat cruise on the lake, it is also possible to reach the lake on country boats from Kovalam as well.
One should also visit Valiyathura Pier, a 214 meter long pier located at the ancient port of Valiyathura and is another serene and relaxing beach location near Kovalam. The pier was used by fisherman during the high tide and is now a famous spot for angling and photography.
Kovalam is best known for Honeymoon Destination in India and is considered one of the most exotic destinations to rekindle love and begin the journey of becoming ‘us’. The magnificence of the beach and the many adventure activities offered by this destination lures many. A newly-wed couple is sure to make some of the most beautiful memories while in Kovalam.
Kovalam is at a distance of nearly 16 km from the capital city of Kerala state and you can easily access the place. Trivandrum International Airport in Thiruvananthapuram is the nearest airport and is around 15 km away from the main city. From here, tourists can take a cab or taxi to reach Kovalam comfortably. Trivandrum Central Railway is the nearest railway head and is located at a distance of 12 km from Kovalam. Kerala State Road Transportation Services offer many buses and volvos from different parts of the state to reach Kovalam.
Kovalam can be visited at any time of the year but it would be better if you prefer the months from December through May. Monsoon in Kovalam are really wet and this would be the ideal time only if you are looking for some serious ayurvedic therapies.
Once you arrive at Trivandrum, your journey starts towards the kovalam. You will be driving through one of the most scenic route in Kerala. Keep your camera handy as there are picturesque destinations that awaits you on this journey. After check in, take good rest. Later in evening take walk on the light house beach or take a ayurvedic spa to relax and let the healing sensation of Ayurveda rejuvenate your mind and soul.
After a breakfast, visit Hawa Beach and Samudra beach. In afternoon, visit the city of Kovalam. Visit the adjacent market for some amazing street-side shopping. Ensure you shop for the local authentic items for your loved ones.
Start todays day with the visit to the Velliyani Lake. Surrounded by a scenic landscape of coconut groves and backwaters, the lake is a favourite picnic spot among locals as well as tourists. It is ideal for an walk with the cool breeze and lotus blooming on the lake that rejuvenates any passerby.
Later visit the Karamana river, pride of Thiruvananthapuram. Anchored on the bank of the Karamana River – Thiruvallam Boat Club offers good number of tourists activities like kayaking, houseboat cruises and canoe rides. The fun part about the boating in Karamana river is that it takes one through the expansive green patches of tropical plants. which is quite fascinating.
In evening visit the Valiyathura Pier is located close to the Shanghumugham beach, which is 8 kilometers from the Trivandrum city center. The best part of the Valiyathura Pier is that from one can see the stunning view of the sun gliding below, and above the horizon. With sea in the background; colorful fishes in the sea, and cloud racing sky – it is just the perfect place to spend some good time with your partner, and click some awesome pictures.
Today enjoy your entire day at the Pozhikkara Beach, as it is one of the most important tourist attraction near Kovalam. It is a beautiful and picturesque beaches of South India. This is the place where the backwater meets the sea.The stretches of greenery near the Pozhikkara Beach of Pachalloor makes it different and more attractive from most of the other beaches in the state.
The clear water and the golden sand together has made the Pozhikkara Beach in Kerala a beach lovers paradise. The clear blue water of this beach makes the view a very refreshing one. The vast azure sky adds to the beauty of this place.
This place is a perfect destination for those who love bathing in the sun. The warm sun kissed sea is a wonderful destination for the swimmers. You can enjoy bathing in the sea water with family and friends.
On a trip to Pozhikkara Beach you can also enjoy facial and body massage that are offered by some of the local people. There are sea foods available at the nearby kiosks. You can enjoy various local dishes made of fishes from the sea at these seaside restaurants.
The Pozhikkara Beach, Pachalloor is also considered a nice place for bird watching. Thus bird lovers from all the corners of India gather in this beach every year. It is one of those places that a beach freak would love to confuse with paradise.
The Kovalam Beach Kerala is adorned by swaying coconut trees, beach resorts and shining sand which is apart from the various art-forms, rejuvenating therapy of ayurveda and the delicious local cuisines that lets any visitor to carry back most cherished moments of life.
Because of several serene and beautiful places to visit in Kerala, the state holds a divinity among those who consider travel as a part of their lifestyle. Hiding a world within itself, this lovely state is has ample beauty located in the hills and the beaches.
This is Photoshop’s version of Lorem Ipsum. Proin gravida nibh vel velit auctor aliquet. Aenean sollicitudin, lorem quis bibendum auctor, nisi elit consequat ipsum, nec sagittis sem nibh id elit.
Duis sed odio sit amet nibh vulputate cursus a sit amet mauris. Morbi accumsan ipsum velit. Nam nec tellus a odio tincidunt auctor a ornare odio.
Sed non mauris vitae erat consequat auctor eu in elit. Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per conubia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos. Mauris in erat justo.
Nullam ac urna eu felis dapibus condimentum sit amet a augue. Sed non neque elit. Sed ut imperdiet nisi.
Proin condimentum fermentum nunc. Etiam pharetra, erat sed fermentum feugiat, velit mauris egestas quam.
Ulins aliquam massa nisl quis neque. Proin condimentum fermentum nunc. Etiam pharetra, erat sed fermentum feugiat, velit mauris egestas quam, ut aliquam massa nisl quis neque.
Ulins aliquam massa nisl quis neque. Proin condimentum fermentum nunc. Etia} pharetra, erat sed fermentum feugiat, velit mauris egestas quam, ut aliquam massa nisl quis neque.
Suspendisse gin orci enim.
This is Photoshops version of Lorem Ipsum. Proin gravida nibh vel velit auctor aliquet. Aenean sollicitudin, lorem quis bibendum auctor, nisi elit consequat ipsum, nec sagittis sem nibh id elit.
Message Us or Chat with Us
