| Kovalam Beach is situated at 6 Kms from | | | | boat race organized during Onam festival. The |
| Thiruvananthapuram, capital of Kerala, India. This beach | | | | Vellayani Durga Temple is located close to the lake; |
| is spread over 4 Kms and popularly known as | | | | the specialty of this temple is that it allows only |
| "Paradise of the South". Kovalam beach is the world | | | | non-Brahmin priests. |
| famous beach of India. It has been a favourite tourist | | | | Valiyathura Pier: It is situated around 10 kilometers |
| destination for many years. Kovalam has three | | | | away from Kovalam. The coastline of this region up to |
| crescent beaches. The southernmost and the most | | | | Kovalam is visible from this pier. The Valiyathura literally |
| popular is the Lighthouse Beach where a lighthouse is | | | | means 'Big Port'. There is another port in this region |
| situated and it belongs to the British era. You can have | | | | named Cheriyathura, literally means 'small port'. This |
| a spectacular view of the Vizhinzam mosque from | | | | place offers excellent views of the setting sun and |
| here but photography is prohibited. The middle beach is | | | | sea. Angling is the main activity here. |
| called Hawah, a base for the local fishermen. The | | | | Edakallu: Edakallu is the popular sunset viewing point |
| northern most Samudra beach is a quaint beach | | | | lies between the Lighthouse Beach and Eve's Beach. It |
| relatively and dotted with elementary wooden fishing | | | | offers enchanting view of the orange sun setting in the |
| vessels. Eve's beach of Kovalam is a semi-circular | | | | horizon. It is one of the best places to view the sunset. |
| beach and renowned for its peaceful environs. | | | | Kovalam Art Gallery: The Kovalam Art Gallery in |
| Kovalam came on the tourist map, when its beautiful | | | | Kovalam displays artifacts, paintings and art works. |
| and secluded beaches were discovered. It is a | | | | This is a must visit place for art lovers. |
| prominent international tourist beach since 1930. This | | | | Thiruvallam Parashurama Temple: It is situated 12 |
| beach is ideal for sunbathing, swimming, herbal body | | | | kilometers from Kovalam. It is an important Hindu |
| massages and cultural events. There is plenty of | | | | shrine. It is a 2000 years old temple that is located on |
| seafood available on the beachside restaurants. You | | | | the banks of the Karamana River. It is the exclusive |
| can explore the handicrafts, jewellery and cloth shops | | | | temple that is dedicated to Parashurama. |
| along the waterfront. You can even opt for backwater | | | | Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple: It contains the rock |
| cruise to the beautiful countryside enjoying its lush | | | | cut sculptures of 18th century. The temple is |
| greenery. The best time to visit Kovalam beach is | | | | dedicated to Vinandhara Dakshinamurthi. There are |
| from September to March. | | | | unfinished sculptures of Lord Shiva and Parvaty. |
| Places of attraction in and near Kovalam | | | | Aruvikkara Dam: This dam is situated 10 Kms from |
| The Lighthouse: The lighthouse is located on a hillock | | | | Kovalam. It is a beautiful picnic spot on the shores of |
| named Kurumkal. The southern end beach is named | | | | Karamana River. The Durga temple and fish tank are |
| after it. The lighthouse is 35-meter tall structure that is | | | | the main attractions. Aruvikkara dam provides water |
| painted with red & white color that is easily visible | | | | to the capital city. The place is easily accessible by |
| from a long distance. It is open to visitors and offers | | | | road. |
| spectacular views of the lighthouse beach, Eve's | | | | Varkala / Papanasham Beach: Varkala is located |
| beach and its surroundings. The lighthouse road is a | | | | close to Kovalam. The tourist destinations include |
| convenient venue for cycling and walks. | | | | beach, Sivagiri monastery and 2000-year-old |
| Karamana River and Boating: The Karamana River | | | | Janardhana temple. It is an important Hindu pilgrimage. |
| crosses the highway at Thiruvallam, 12 kilometers from | | | | Kanyakumari / Cape Comorin: It is situated 90 Kms |
| Kovalam on the Kovalam-Trivandrum route. The place | | | | east of Kovalam. Kanyakumari is situated at the |
| offers breathtaking views of the backwater and | | | | southernmost tip of India where the three water |
| greenery. The Thiruvallam boat club, located on the | | | | bodies, Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian |
| bank of the river offers cruises, canoe rides, kayaking | | | | Ocean meet. Kanyakumari is famous for its |
| and houseboat cruises. | | | | spectacular sunrise and sunset. It is a famous tourist |
| Vellayani Lake: The place is located 7 kilometers from | | | | destination consists of Kanyakumari Temple, Gandhi |
| Kovalam. There are boat services available from | | | | Smarak Mandir and Vivekananda Rock There is a |
| Kovalam. It is one of the few freshwater lakes in | | | | boat ride service from the beach to the Vivekananda |
| Kerala that looks enchanting in the moonlight. The | | | | Rock. Kanyakumari is located in Tamil Nadu. |
| Vellayani Lake is the venue of world famous annual | | | | |