The Best Beaches in Kerala, India
Wedged between the Arabian Sea to the west and the Western Ghats to the east, Kerala is bestowed with a 580km (360 mile) coastline dotted with spectacular beaches all along her western length. Kerala‘s long coastline, with her history of spice-trade dating as far back as 3000 BC, is inextricably intertwined with her culture, life, and traditions.
Papasnanam Beach, Thiruvananthapuram
Varkala formation, a geological monument as declared by Geological Survey of India, gives Papasnanam beach, aka Varkala Beach, its unique identity. Varkala offers excellent facilities for tourists, including Ayurvedic wellness centres. A short distance away, standing on the cliff is a 2,000 year old shrine of Janardhanaswamy.
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Shankumugham Beach, Thiruvananthapuram
The white sands and serene atmosphere at Shankumugham Beach forms an ideal location for relaxation. A humongous 35m (115 ft) long sculpture of Matsya Kanyaka – Mermaid – is one of the main attractions.
Cherai Beach, Ernakulam
Cherai Beach is around 10km (6.2 mi.) long and is ideal for swimming as the tide is mostly low and the waves are gentle. Dolphin sightings are frequent in this beach. Ruins of Pallippuram Fort, an old Portuguese fort from the imperial era, and Pallipuram Church are the main attraction near the beach.
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