State: Kerala
Kovalam is arguably the most popular beach destination in South India. Located on Arabian Sea, Kovalam is a beach town in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). It consists of 3 curve shaped beaches, divided by stony hills.
Sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massage, special cultural programs and catamaran cruising are some of the activities to enjoy when in Kovalam.
TOP TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN KOVALAM
1. Lighthouse Beach
A lighthouse on the top of Kurumkal Hillock distinguishes the beach from others.
2. Hawah Beach
An isolated beach famous for breathtaking view of sunset.
3. Samudra Beach
Enjoy the sight of shoreline fishing and fisherman ply their trade on this beautiful beach.
4. Kanyakumari
The southernmost tip of Indian mainland
5. Shri Padmanabhswamy Temple
An important temple in the capital city of Trivandrum, this temple is a blend of Kerala and Dravidian architecture
6. Poovar Beach
A combination of backwater and beach
7. Edakallu
A sunset view point near between Lighthouse and Eve’s Beach
8. Thiruvallam
A 2000 years old dedicated to Lord Parshurama
9. Vizhinjam Aquarium
Witness a large variety of marine wealth
TYPICAL 2 NIGHTS ITINERARY FOR KOVALAM
DAY 1: KOVALAM
Morning arrive Kovalam. Check in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of beaches around Kovalam including Lighthouse Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach, enroute visit Edakallu. Overnight at the hotel
DAY 2: KOVALAM
Morning visit Kanyakumari. In Kanyakumari, enjoy visit to Vivekanand Rock, Kanyakumari Temple and Thiruvalluvar Statue. Return to the hotel by evening. Overnight at the hotel
DAY 3: KOVALAM
Morning at leisure. Afternoon drive to connect onward journey
IMPORTANT DISTANCES
MAJOR CITIES: Cochin – 215 km | Thiruvananthapuram – 20 km | Madurai – 305 km | Coimbatore – 400 km
NEARBY TOURIST DESTINATIONS: Kanyakumari – 85 km | Alleppey – 160 km | Kumarakom – 180 km | Alleppey – 160 km | Thekkady – 225 km | Munnar – 300 km
RAIL HEADS: Thiruvananthapuram – 20 km | Kottayam – 170 km | Cochin – 215
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