Kovalam: A Wonderful Beach Resort

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Located just 16 km away from the Capital of Kerala is a beautiful city with four sandy beaches called Kovalam. This stunning Kovalam beach resort in 1930's broke the chains and came out as the most superb tourist magnetism in the south. In former days it was a virgin land with not many visitors, but later on with the arrival of travelers looking for calm & harmony arriving here, there was no looking back.

HOW TO REACH?

The city is approachable by air, train and road routes. The nearby airport is at Trivandrum which is only 16 kilometers away. The closest railway junction is also at Trivandrum and is linked extremely well to all major roads in south India. Many Kovalam hotels are available in the city to make your stay memorable and comfortable.

HOLIDAYS AND TOUR PACKAGES

The city is a very popular beach spot and is located very near to Kochi in Kerala. Before scheduling a holiday in Kovalam, make certain you ask your tour operator for many package options and prefer ...
... the one that meets your necessity and fits in your budget as well. On your vacation tours to this beautiful city, do not spend the whole time lazing on the seaside or spoiling in the various water sports, but also take out time to visit the different shopping markets and have a flavor of the lip smacking sea food served on Kovalam beach. 2 Nights 3 days is the recommended tour package option for you if you are planning to visit the city of beaches soon.

ACCOMODATION OPTIONS

The city with its beaches and resorts attracts many travelers from all across the globe. Summer is the best time to visit the city and the resorts and Kovalam hotels are crowded well in advance during this time. It is wise to pre-book hotel months in advance. The city also has boat houses along the back waters flowing through the town.

PLACES TO SEE

Apart from several beaches you can visit Ponumdi which is situated at a distance of 61 km from the city. It is famous for its mountains and beautiful landscapes. You can also visit Varkala which is only 55 km away from the city. On your way to Varkala you can also stopover at Trivandrum- Kaudiar Palace and Napier Museum, which are also well-known tourist places.