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Kerala beaches
may be take a backseat because of the backwaters, but entire
900-km length of the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches,
rocky promontories and coconut palms that definitely merit a visit
in every tourist itinerary. Touring the beach sites of Kovalam can
make any beach holiday a delightful one, as Kerala's beaches are
renowned for the gentle surf and blue waters. Beach travel has
never before been so exciting!
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Kovalam Beach
- small village along the shoreline, fabulous beaches, most
popular is the Lighthouse Beach, the northern most Samudra
beach, least affected.
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Marari Beach
- one of the local fishing villages, completely new to the
holidaymaker, endless miles of superb sand beaches backed by
swaying palms, virgin territory, local charm and traditional
Kerala
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Kumarakom Beach
- cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, part of the
Kuttanad region. The bird sanctuary spread across 14 acres is a
favourite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's
paradise. Birds include Egrets, darters, herons, teal,
waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the
Siberian storks. The best way to watch the birds of the
Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip.
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Alappuzha Beach
- a popular hangout and relaxation spot, around 140 years old
pier that extends in to the sea, lagoons, vast lakes and
numerous fresh water rivers, Alappuzha is a natural wonderland.
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Beypore Beach
- prominent ports and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala, also
known for its ancient ship building industry.
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Varkala Beach
- the most popular beach resorts in Kerala, mineral water
springs with medicinal properties, also an important Hindu
pilgrimage centre.
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Fort Kochi
Beach - historic fort, leisurely walk through the lanes of
the city to learn about eventful colonial history and European
regimes who ruled it.
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Kappad Beach in
Kerala - Vasco da Gama landed on its shores on 27th May 1498
with 170 men in three vessels. A pillar with inscription "Vasco
Da Gama landed here, Kappakkadavau in the year 1498" stands on
the beach. The beach here is very calm with a stretch of rocks
projecting into the sea.
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Dharmadam
Island - beautiful beach island, coconut palms, green
bushes, breathtaking sight. Permission is required to enter this
privately owned island.
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Ezhimala Beach
- a picturesque site with a hilly backdrop, carved Stone
Pillars, an ancient Burial chamber and an ancient Cave can be
seen at the foot of the hills, famous for medicinal herbs.
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Mopila Bay
- natural fishing harbour with quite a modernised fishing
harbour look, built with assistance under the Indo-Norwegian
pact, ruined fort and temple.
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Muzhappilangad
Beach - one of the longest beaches in Kerala, also the only
drive-in beach in India.
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Pathiramanal
Beach - island beach on the Backwaters, a favourite natural
hub of hundreds of rare migratory birds that reside over here
from different parts of the land.
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Payyambalam
Beach - beautiful beach sites, surfing in calm and peaceful
waters.
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Sankhumugham
Beach - breathtaking sunset, a favourite haunt of sunset
watchers.
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Tanur Beach
- coastal fishing town believed to be visited by Francis Xavier
in the year 1546 AD.
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Thangassery
Beach - a seaside village of historic importance, ruins of
an old Portuguese Fort and churches built in the 18th century.
144 feet high Thangaserry Lighthouse open to visitors from
1530-1730 hours every day.
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Thirumullavaram
Beach - beautiful beach filled with coconut palms, ideal for
an early morning walk.
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