Varkala - The shore that offer more than a beach

To call Varkala, a beach is definitely and understatement, for it offers a combination of all that God’ sown country has for you, On one side it is a place of natural wonder with its clear beach and on the other it  offers a place for the soul seeking traveler to experience yet another exquisite taste of Indian spirituality.

The natures gift

Truly enough this place is in fact a nature’s gift, but not just for the eyes, Varkala offers a beach quite the same as that of the famous Kovalam beach, only the one  thing differing is the commotion. This place offers you the quality of any world class beaches and yet everything about this place is affordable.

The costs are down to earth most of the times. Adding to the flavor of this place is the mineral-water springs, which offers a refreshing treat to the weary traveler. In all this it is a  must go destination for any holiday seekers.

The blend of history and spirituality

Varkala offers a holidays not just for the body but the mind as well. This place has been pilgrim’s paradise since the 12 th centaury. The Janardhana temple located here is nearly 2000 years old, this place is also referred to as the ‘southern Kashi’.

Every year thousands of pilgrims from all corners of the globe visit this place to perform ‘Shraddha’ a ritual from the Hindu religion which is performed free the souls of the lost loved ones from the cycle of rebirth and to give them eternal piece.

It is believed that this is the place most suited for this ritual. Spiritual importance of this place is again boosted up by the Sivagiri Mutt, established by the spiritual leader Sree Narayan Guru.

Season Timing

December thru March, maximum rush Peak season.

Location

51km north of Thiruvanathapura city and 37km south of Kollam, Thiruvanthapuram district , South Kerala.

How to get there?

Air

Nearest Airport - Trivandrum 51km. Scheduled flights are available from Trivandrum to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Goa, Bangalore, Cochin and Calicut.

Rail

Nearest railway is Trivandrum Central. Trivandrum is connected by rail with many important cities.

Road

Kovalam is connected by road with several tourist destinations within Kerala and India.

Some Distances (in kms.)