As Indian tourist places are world famous and beach cities are on top in such list. Today we are going to discuss about the Kovalam city located at 16 kms distance from Capital of State Kerala. The word Kovalam means coconut trees grooves. It is basically a spectacular beach city turned as most demanding tourist place since 1930. The city is that popular that people who never visited the place are also aware of the name of Kovalam. People love nature and peaceful areas must visit the city. There are round 4 sandy beaches in city.
The known 4
beaches of Kovalam are Samudra, Kovalam, Hawa and light house. If you are reaching
the city then you must reach to massage parlors in Kovalam because the city is
famous for Ayurvedic massages and yoga treatments. Many people reach cities of Kerala for mental peace, meditation and herbal messaging. These all features
are available in Kovalam city.
As there are
beaches so you will find lots of sea items in the local market of Kovalam. Reach
the shopping centers and get the handicrafts, shank and many sea related
products. City is also famous for making Rose and teak wood sculptures.
Attraction
of Kovalam:
Hawa Beach: One
of the best beaches of India is Hawa beach which is also recognized as Eve's
Beach. The calm shores with sandy beach are always able to give different
feeling to voyagers. Kovalam beach and Hawa beach are connected to each other
though Edakallu foreland is the only partition that states the areas of both
beaches. Sunset is the best thing to watch in Howa beach.
Light House
Beach: Another spot for visitors in Kovalam. You have to move towards south
direction of Kovalam to reach amazing Light House Beach. A big tower named as Vizhinjam
lighthouse is the reason behind the name of beach. Travelers are not allowed to
enter in the light house but they can enjoy the surrounding area and the memorials
located in this area known as Ayyanappilla Asan and Ayyippilla Asan.
Samudra
Beach: A beach known as Samudra is available for you on 3rd position
of tourist attraction. Move towards north portion of Kovalam city. This scenic beauty
spot is popular for fishing and buyers can have lots of vessels at this place.
Ponmudi: A
place located at gap of 61 kms is next tourist destination of Kovalam. Ponmudi
is completely covered with scenic beauty spots. The high hills and beautiful sceneries
are most attractive points of Ponmudi.
Attaining to
Kovalam:
People coming
from Trivandrum to Kovalam have to cover the gap of 11 kms only, though Kochi/Cochin is
212 kms far, Coimbatore is 392 km away, Bangalore is 717 km distant and Chennai is 736 km far.
By Train: Closest
big railway station for Kovalam is Thampanoor (Trivandrum). The distance
between Kovalam and Trivandrum is only 15 km. Trivandrum is another tourist destination
linked to major cities of India through train. Trains for Trivandrum are available from Bangalore, Kanyakumari, Chennai, New Delhi, and Mumbai.
By Air: Closest
International airport is Trivandrum (TIA) located at 11 km distance from Kovalam City. TIA is properly connected to major cities of India and also
serving the services to abroad nations such as Singapore, Colombo and gulf countries.
By Bus: Roadways
services of Indian states are famous for their services. Kerala Transport
Corporation is having direct buses for Kovalam from different parts of the
state. However, many big states are also having direct buses for Kovalam city. Trivandrum is the major hub for train, air and buses so voyagers can easily get the train
for this big city from their end. Frequent buses to Trivandrum are available from Bangalore, Madurai, Chennai and Nagarcoil.