Beaches in Kerala

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Kovalam Beach:
This internationally renowned beach resort of Kerela has been a favorite 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 the budgets. The palm-fringed bays in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed holiday. It is 14 km. from Thiruvananthapuram.


Kapped Beach :
Kapped Beach is a small beach near Calicut. The importance of Kappad is because of Vasco-da-Gama's arrived at this place. This is the historic beach where Vasco - de - Gama landed on the 27th of May 1498, A.D. with 170 men in three vessels. The rock studded, pleasant beach is locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. The temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old.

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The nearest place of attraction is Calicut, which is one of the major cities of Kerala. Calicut was a leading trading center of spices on the West Coast of India during the medieval period. Ruled by the Zamorin dynasty, Calicut found a place in World History with the discovery of sea route to India in 1498 by the Portuguese navigator Vasco-De-Gama. The landing of Gama at Kappad near Calicut changed the political scenario of India, which ultimately ended with its colonization by the British. It remained under the Madras presidency till the formation of Kerala in 1956 after Independence.


Alappuzha Beach :

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Alappuzha beach is one of the most popular spots in the district of Alappuzha. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old.

With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty.

Referred to as the Venice of the East by travellers from across the world, this BackwaterCountry is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.