God's own country kerala

MAIN BEACHES OF KERALA

Most of India's fines beaches are in kerala. for virtually its entire 900km length, the kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms. each year greater numbers of visitors arrives here in search of the tranquil, palm fringed beaches.

Kovalam beach this internationally renowned beach resort is a favourite haunt of tourists since the 1930s. Kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. the southernmost known as the lighthouse beach, is the popular of the three. Kovalam offers accommodation to suit all budgets. Situated in Thiruvananthapuram. around 16km from the city. frequent buses are available from the city.

Varkala beach a quiet secluded stretch of sand, the Papanasam beach in Varkala is known for its mineral springs and rocky cliffs. the 2000 year old Sree Janardhana Swamy temple and the nature care centre are the two main attraction here. Situated in Thiruvananthapuram. around 40km from the city. Frequent buses are available from the city.

Kappad beach this is where Vasco da gama landed in 1498a.d. the legends woven around its historic origins and traditions cast a mystical spell on the beach Kappad is also known for its Ayurvedic health holiday facilities. Situated in kozhikode district. Around 14km from the city. Frequent buses are available from the city.

Bekal beach bekal stands on a promontory between tow long classically beautiful palm fringed beaches and the largest best preserved fort in kerala. the fort has been under control of various powers including the Vijaynager kingdom, Tipu sultan and the British. the fort's commanding position offers breathtaking views across the bays to the north and south. Situated in Kasaragod district. Around 164km from the kozhikode airport. Frequent buses are available from the Kasaragod.

Shanghumukham beach this is a favorite haunt of sunset watchers. the beach is adjacent to the Thiruvananthapuram airport veli tourist village. an indoor recreation club, the matsy kanyaka ( a gigantic, 35m long sculpture of a mermaid and a restaurant shaped like starfish are the major attraction here. Situated in Thiruvananthapuram. Around 8km from the city. Frequent buses are available from the city.

Beypore beach located at the mouth of the Chaliyar river, Beypore, one of the prominent ports of fishing harbours of ancient kerala was an important trade and maritime centre. ancient Beypore was much sought after by merchants from western Asia, for its ship building industry. the boat building yard here is famous for the construction of the uru, the traditional Arabian trading vessel. Situated in kozhikode district. Around 14km from the kozhikode city. Frequent buses are available from the kozhikode.