BEACHES OF
KERALA
Sharing
its western border with the Arabian Sea, Kerala has a 600 km long shoreline
dotted with some of the finest, most charming beaches of the world, coconut
groves, natural harbours, lagoons and sheltered coves. All of it as peaceful
as the rest of the land, washed by the pleasant tropical sun and as pristine
as ever.
Thiruvananthapuram District
The
Kovalam Beach:(16 km from Thiruvananthapuram city)
This internationally renowned beach resort has been a favourite haunt of tourists
since the 1930s. kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. The southernmost,
known as the Lighthouse Beach, is the most popular. Kovalam offers accommodation
options to suit all budgets.
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Kollam District
The
Thanagasseri Beach: ( 5 km from Kollam town)
This seaside village of historic importance has the ruins of an old Portuguese
fort and churches built in the 18th century. The Thangasseri Lighthouse is open
to visitors from 1530 - 1730 hrs.
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Ernakulam District
The
Cheria Beach: (45 km form Ernakulam city)
This lovely beach lordering Bypeen island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are
occasionally seen here. A typical Kerala village with paddy fields and coconut
groves nearby is an added attraction.
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Malappura
District Tanur:
The small coastal fishing town of Tanur was one of the earliest settlements
of the Portuguese. It is believed that St. Francis Xavier visited the place
in 1546. About 3 m south of Tanur town is Keraladeshapuram Temple, dedicated
to Lord Vishnu and believed to be one of the oldest temples in Kerala.
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The
Lakshadweep Islands
The southernmost district of the State, Thiruvananthapuram is bounded by the
wooded highlands of the Western Ghats on the east and northeast, and the Arabian
Sea on the west.
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Kozhikode District
Beypore:(10
km south of Kozhikode)
Located at the mouth of the Chaliyar rive, Beypore, one of the prominent ports
and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala was an important trade and maritime centre.
Ancient Beypore was much sought after by merchants from Western Asia, for its
ship building industry. The boat building yard here is famous for the construction
of the Uru, the traditional, Arabian trading vessel.
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Kasaragod District
The
Pallikere Beach: ( 1 km from Bekal Fort)
This enchanting beach offers a spectacular view of the fort and has ample facilities
for recreation and relaxation. The Kappil Beach: (6 km from Beakal Fort)
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