The land of Kerala is truly a
gift of God. There are plenty of natural wonders, packed in Kerala. From
landscapes to backwaters, from hill stations to ancient temples, the state
truly justifies why it is tagged as ‘God’s Own Country’. There are several beaches
in Kerala too. These
can be best explored with Kerala beach tour.
Major beaches in Kerala are:
Kovalam
Situated at about 16 km from
Trivandrum city, Kovalam houses the three crescent-shaped beaches. Tourists
flock Kovalam to enjoy sunbathing, swimming and adventurous sports like scuba
diving and water skiing. They can enjoy to soak in the sun amidst sand and cool
breeze. They can also relax and rejuvenate themselves with Ayurveda massages.
The beaches wear a fun and lively mood at night with cultural programmes. The Light House, Samudra and Hawah are the
three stunning beaches in Kovalam.
Varkala
Apart from its scenic charm, Varkala has one more reason for tourists to visit. It is well-known for its curative mineral water springs. Also referred to as Papanasam, Varkala is of great significance to Hindu pilgrims. They take a dip in the water and purify their heart and soul. Flanked with several spa resorts, resto-bars and eating joints, the place is hit among holidaymakers.
Alappuzha
Alappuzha is the venue of
thrilling snake boat competitions. Also known as 'Venice of the East', Alappuzha is
one of the top beaches in Kerala. It lies in Alappuzha
district. A small park and Alappuzha Lighthouse make it even more beautiful. The backwaters of Alappuzha are a safe
refuge to a variety of flora and fauna.
Beypore
Located
in Kozhikode, Beypore has the stunning vistas that will enchant any beach
lover. Tourists can take a stroll or enjoy sun basking and swimming on the
beach. They can also indulge in water sports like scuba diving, wind surfing,
and water scootering. Beypore beach houses a 1,500 years old ship building
yard. Seafood lovers can relish on some lip-smacking seafood
items, available at stalls on the shore.
Kappad
It lies about 16
km from Kozhikhode. The striking feature of Kappad beach is the rock standing
in the middle of the sea. There is a temple on the rock. Surrounded by calm and
serene atmosphere, it is perfect for visitors who want to soak in the bliss of
nature.
A flashback in history points out that Vasco da Gama came
to the beach in 1498. Proving this fact is a stone pillar, which is erected to
honour his arrival. The beach retains its natural charm being safe from the
exploitation of human.
Explore and immerse yourself in
the spectacular beaches in Kerala. Come to Kovalam beach and
indulge in fun-filled water sports.
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