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Beaches are one of the most important tourist attractions in Kerala. Though Kovalam is the most popular beach in Kerala, there are many other beaches which are almost as good. The long coastline lined with the swaying coconut palm trees and dotted with an occasional fishing hamlet is fast developing into one of the world's best string of beaches. Though infrastructure is yet to come up in many of the beaches, the advantages in those beaches are many, the most important being, less crowded
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Kovalam beach:
This internationally renowned beach of Kerala has been a favorite haunt of tourists since the 1930s. Located 15kms south of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)city, Kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. The Southernmost , known as the Lighthouse beach, is the most popular one, where most of the tourist spend their time, the middle one is known as Hawah beach, each morning this beach acts as a base for the local fishermen and the next one is Samudra in the North, which is least affected by the changing times, it is dotted with few rudimentary wooden fishing vessels.
The palm-fringed bays of Kovalam in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed stay. The unforgettable image of Kovalam is that of the coconut-palms-lined high rock promontory that cuddles the calm and wide expanse of the blue waters.
In the evening the quiet atmosphere of the place is enlivened by Kathakali performances, the classical dance-drama of Kerala.
Poovar Beach:
Poovar is an un spoilt and unexplored island, enveloped by the most serene backwaters, and opening out to the sea and a dream golden sand beach.
The Varkala Beach:
Varkala is a one of the beaches in Kerala, the high cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline. Kerala is never really cool, but pleasantly warm in winter. So, tourists usually visit Varkala beach during the month of October, as it is cool and secluded. Varkala is 55kms from Thiruvananthapuram and 35kms from Kollam.
Varkala beach is famous for mineral springs and a fantastic massage, so don't forget to bring aroma therapy massage oil and sun protection. The mineral springs here are said to have curative properties. The massage technique has been a closely guarded secret for thousands of years, but for many tourists it's a welcome revival from the toils of the road.
Varkala has an important Hindu pilgrim center; the 2000 year old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Center are the two main attractions of Varkala Beach. A dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach is believed to pure the body and the soul of all the sins hence the name 'Papanashini' (destroyer of sin) for this shore.
At the break of dawn following the new moon in the Malayalam month of 'Karkidakam', thousands offer 'Vavu Bali', a ritual believed to help the souls of ancestors rest in peace.
Alappuzha Beach:
This is one of the most popular beaches in Kerala, located 65kms south of Cochin, the pier, which extends into the sea here, is about 140 years old.
With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty.
Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach Park add to the attraction of the Alappuzha beach. There is also an old lighthouse nearby that is of immense interest for the visitors.
Cherai Beach
10 Kilometer long Cherai Beach is the best clean golden beach of Kerala and is rightly called The Princess of the Queen of the Arabian sea, this lovely beach bordering Vypeen island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here.
Kappad Beach:
This is the historic beach where Vasco Da Gama landed on the 27th of May, 1498 with 170 men in three vessels; a monument on the beach commemorates this historic event. The rock studded beach is locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. The temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old.
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