Top Highlights for your vacation to Kovalam, Kerala

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Kerala is one of the most prominent tourist places in India. From a fishing village it has become one of the most sought after holiday destination. It is blessed with golden sandy beaches, enchanting backwaters, lush green forests and everything about nature is at its best here. Called as "God's own Country", Kerala also attracts highest number of tourists for its Ayurvedic spas and healing centres.

In Kerala, whether you want to focus on knowing the rich culture, spend time in the wildlife or serene nature, stay at a luxury private retreat or resorts or take spa & ayurvedic treatments, every experience will give you the joy of connectedness with the nature.

Bliss of the Kerala can be enjoyed at the backwaters and at the beaches. Names of some of the beaches are Kovalam, Varkala, Fort Kochi, Kappad and Bekal.

Kovalam Beach is a great option if you are looking for a beach vacation at Kerala. Located about 16 - 17 Km from Thiruvananthapuram it is the famous traveler spot in South India.

Many specialties of this place have made it a favorite tourist destination. The word Kovalam also stands for "groove of coconut trees". The place is also called as "paradise of South India". Well known for its beauty it is also renowned for spa and Ayurvedic treatment services in the hotels and private resorts. One of the attractions is its beautiful sunset. Every sunset experience is new and different. The photographers from all around the world are drawn to capture the amazing view of sunset.

Kovalam has three beautiful adjacent crescent beaches which makes diverse activities possible such as swimming, sunbathing, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, Catamaran cruising etc.

The three beaches of Kovalam-

1. Lighthouse Beach- The largest beach and is situated southernmost. A lighthouse of British era is situated at this beach so the name.

2. Hawah Beach - This is situated in the middle part of beach and famous for calm bay of blue waters. This is in a semi circular shape. It is a place for fun filled family vacations.

3. Samudra beach - Northern most part of the Kovalam beach. This is a quiet beach and ideal for sunbathing and lazing out.

The facilities for tourists are managed very well. There are many private luxury beach resorts in and around Kovalam. They provide 5 star luxury accommodations, elegant sea view rooms, Ayurveda wellness therapies, Yoga, martial arts etc.

Some of the main attractions in and around Kovalam are -
Karamana River and Boating - Twelve kilometers from Kovalam, this river offers spectacular views of backwaters and greenery. The Thiruvallam boat club on the bank of this river offers cruises, kayaking, canoe rides and houseboat cruises.

Vellayani Lake - This freshwater lake looks enchanting during the moonlight. World famous annual boat race during Onam festival gets organized here.

Valiyathura Pier - It literally means "Big Fort" and presents excellent views of setting sun.

Edakallu - Popular sunset viewing point between Lighthouse & Hawah beaches.

Kovalam Art Gallery - The famous Kovalam art Gallery displays artifacts, paintings and artworks of ancient Indian culture. Art lovers from around the world visit here.

Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple - This temple has rock cut sculptures of 18th century. Incomplete sculptures of Lord Shiva and Parvathy are major attractions of this temple.

Aruvikkara Dam - Located at ten kilometers from Kovalam, it is one of the famous picnic spots.

With such diverse options of exploring Kovalam, without any doubt your visit will be a blessed experience.

Surya Samudra Kovalam, a luxurious private retreat is among the top 5 star resorts Kovalam . It provides traditional Ayurvedic wellness retreats and offers Ayurvedic spa, Kovalam. Being one of the front line 5 star hotels it is a perfect stay for your beach vacation.

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