Kovalam: Rejoice Amidst Tranquility
If you look forward to relax and enjoy the calm and stunningly beautiful scenes of the sea-shore, away from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life, Kovalam is the perfect destination for you! Kovalam- the term literally means ‘a grove of coconut trees’. As the name suggests, Kovalam provides spectacular sights of beautiful beaches alongside widespread coconut palm groves. The icing on the cake: a perfect blend of delightful breeze & pleasant sound of sea-waves.
Located at a short distance of around 15 kilometres from Trivandrum, Kovalam is one of the most popular beach destinations in Kerala. The scenic coastal resort is home to three magnificent beaches- Lighthouse Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach, which together famously form the shape of a crescent. Lighthouse Beach, named after its 35 metre high lighthouse, is the largest and the most popular with several hotels and restaurants along the shore. Hawah Beach, which ranks second in terms of tourist footfall, is ideal for day-trippers as it is conveniently located near the taxi-stand. Samudra Beach, home to several upmarket resorts, is the least crowded and offers breathtaking views of the vast stretch of coconut trees.
For the adrenaline-junkies, Kovalam offers a wide variety of adventure sports, which include diving, parasailing, wind surfing, kayaking and so on. If you wish to experience a new dimension in rest and relaxation, it is highly recommended to try out a package relevant to your need at the various Ayurvedic Salons and Recuperation & Regeneration Resorts located here.
One of the best honeymoon destinations in Kerala, this beach town boasts of a good count of hotels and resorts that fit all budgets and needs. You can visit this destination all year round and enjoy the captivating beauty, however the best to visit is between the months of October and February as the weather remains cool and pleasant during this time. General weather of this destination is Moderate. This destination is of type Beaches.