Kovalam - meaning groove of coconut
trees is rightly called "Paradise of the South". The most enchanting strip of
golden sands, laced with the rich greenery of coconut palms, Kovalam is just 16
km away from Trivandrum, Kerala's capital city. A veritable tropical paradise,
Kovalam leaves everyone awestruck by its natural beauty. The beauty of Kovalam
is irresistible. Situated in India's most idyllic state, Kerala, better known
as God's own country, Kovalam is today the most sought after tourist destination.
Tourists of all types say honeymooners, beach lovers, and seekers of Ayurveda
and herbal treatments, throng the place. Unquestioningly, Kovalam has some of
the best beaches of the world and consequently, the international fame.
Rows
of white walled thatch roofed huts offering different items; cottages, resorts,
message parlours and Ayurvedic centers line the line the shoreline at Kovalam.
Kovalam is actually a conglomerate of three splendid beaches: Light Hose Beach,
Eve's Beach, and Samudra Beach.
What one can see
in and around Kovalam
- Vizhinjam Fishing Village
-
Pulinkudi Beach
- Chowara Beach
- Akkulam Lake
- Veli Lake
- Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple
- Napier Museum
- Sree Chithra
Art Gallery
- Priyadarshini Planetarium
What
one can do in Kovalam
It is not only the scenic beauty that brings
the world to Kovalam-this is the Place to pamper yourself with a herbal body toning
massage at any one of the nearby centers. A sheltered natural bay created by a
high, rocky headland extending to the Arabian Sea, the shallow waters of Kovalam
invite a range of activities like cruising in a one- tree canoe or catamaran,
wind or water surfing over the impish breakers or just taking a dip in the bright
blue waters.
How to reach Kovalam
The
nearest airport connection is Trivandrum airport. It is just 15 kilometers away
from Kovalam. The nearest railway junction is also at Trivandrum. There are buses
that regular ply from Trivandrum to Kovalam. It usually takes two hours to reach
Kovalam from Trivandrum.
