On the Malabar coast along the Kerala shore line is a small village,
called Kovalam. This sleepy town suddenly came on the tourist map
when its fabulous beaches were discovered.
Today Kovalam has become one of the most popular beach hangouts
in India. Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and truly the
coconut trees along the beaches gives it a ravishing look.
The palm-fringed bays in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed
stay. The boundless blue waters of the Arabian Sea and miles of
white sands washed away by the surf at the feet of the stalwart
palms and the rocky promontories, makes this beach paradise. This
marvellous beach is a tourist's dream come true.
A sheltered natural bay with cool soothing palms and gentle waves.
Where when you are tired of aquatics, swimming or sunbathing,
you can explore the handicrafts, Jewellery and cloth shops spread
along the waterfront. Not to speak of the delightful sea-food
fare including lobsters available at the beachside restaurants.
The crescent-shaped beaches of Kovalam can be divided in three
parts. The southern most beach, and the most popular, is the Lighthouse
Beach. Further south on the beach one can have a spectacular view
of the Vizhinzam Mosque. Photography is prohibited here.
The middle beach is called Hawah. Each morning this beach acts
as a base for the local fisherman. The northern most beach, Samudra,
is least affected of all by the changing times. It is dotted with
few rudimentary wooden fishing vessels.
Location
Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala
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