Visit this coastal town famous for its resorts and Ayurveda massage centers that have tremendous healing power. Without a doubt the town deserves all the hype that it has. The town which is located around 13 km from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala is easily accessible and makes it a popular destination during the non-monsoon months. The largest beach in Kovalam is the lighthouse beach that features a 30-metre-tall lighthouse and is a marked feature of the area. Take and walk here and absorb the cool breeze coming in from the sea. Along here are the other two adjacent beaches which are Samudra and Hawa beach, both famous for the pristine outdoors and the wonderful ship spotting points. All these three beaches are crescent-shaped shallow water and low tidal beaches making them the perfect location for enjoying a pleasant dip in the sea. Historically being a fishing village, Kovalam has come a long way when it has millions of tourists coming in from all over the globe. If you are looking for Ayurvedic remedies or just some Ayurvedic treatments and massages then this is just the pace as these activities are the most popular indulgences along with yoga, meditation as well as other cultural activities. You can also fulfill your shopping appetite at the destination where you can buy spices, wooden statues and handicrafts that make popular takeaways.

By Car: About 13 km south of Thiruvananthapuram. 

By Public Transport: Regular buses to Kovalam town from Thiruvananthapuram

There are many more beaches along the coast all the way to Kanyakumari. Although, not all of them are well serviced and fringed by coconut and palm trees.

Wikipedia - Kovalam

Kerala Tourism Official Site - Kovalam

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Sun protection, bathing suite, towels, glasses. This is a proper beach!

Nudity is not allowed.