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Karamana River

Originating from the southern part of the western ghats, the Karaman River is a prominent tourist attraction in Trivandrum. The river flows through a small suburb called Karamana. It attracts many tourists with various indulging activities. There are extensive tropical plantations around the river which lets every visitors engage themselves in nature's beauty. Tourists can enjoy the scenic landscape along the river bank. The Thiruvalam Boating Camp anchored on the bank offers various water sports like canoeing, kayaking and houseboat cruises. There are many houseboats which can be reserved for a night's stay by the tourists. This pure, untouched beauty with the sound of bird twilight and the serene atmosphere is worth a visit. The catchment area of the river mainly consists of dryland crops like pepper, rice and coconut with a canopy of forests. The Aruvikkara dam and Peppara dam are the two dams over the river with many other bridges that connects its either side. The picturesque and beautiful Karamana river is one of the backwaters of Kerala with significant biodiversity. Read More

Kovalam Art Gallery is home to many intricate paintings, artefacts and one of the favourite tourist spots in Kovalam. It is at a proximate distance from Hawah Beach, Trivandrum located on the Samudra beach road. The paintings showcased provide rich knowledge not just for adults but also the kids by bestowing inspiration and motivation. With the intricately made artworks, the gallery opens a world to what's trending on this side of the globe. It is a feast for the eyes of artist and art lover alike who wish to place their eyes on traditional Indian art. The essential paintings of the gallery are of Raja Ravi Varma, Nicolas Roerich and Svetlova with some rare, ancient collection of Indian fresco artworks. The age-old art which represents the cultural traditions of the indian subcontinent is also displayed. Hence it is heavily frequented by international visitors. After a visit to the Kovalam art gallery, one can visit the nearby Hawah Beach and have a lip-smacking seafood meal at the nearby restaurant as a perfect end to the trip. Read More

Located in Kovalam (Southern Kerala), the Lighthouse Beach is known for the 35 metres tall Vizhinjam Lighthouse, located on the top of the Kurumkal hillock. The lighthouse is entirely made of stones and coloured in red and white bands. Visitors love to reach the top of this tall structure by using a spiral staircase to click some memorable photographs. Lighthouse beach is a perfect spot to enjoy water activities and sports, such as surfing, parasailing and paragliding. Travellers also like to play volleyball on the beach. The beach is also well known for its lush palm plantations and trees that dot the entire area. Easy accessibility, lip-smacking food and affordable lodging add to the charm of this place. Read More

Pozhikkara is a beautiful beach in Kovalam at the inter-junction of the backwaters meeting the sea. Lined with tall towering trees and healthy vegetation, the beach is one of the most green beaches of the city. Perfect for swimming and sunbathing, the beach also has myriad other options to make your trip fun. You can also try the delicious mouth watering local food from the stalls and shacks on the shores.

Samudra beach is a hidden scenic gem snuggled towards the northernmost area of Kovalam beach. The beach embraces various attractive features, and its secludedness and serenity are the most admired. It is isolated from other beaches by fragmentary crevices & massive headland, and plentiful coconut & palm trees at this beach add to its charm. Although tourism is thriving in Kovalam to a larger extent, the beach has remained untouched primarily due to the giant ridge that is present amidst the north and south coasts. Due to this geographical location, it has sustained its original appeal till today. Visitors can enjoy absolute privacy at this beach, which is included in almost all Kovalam honeymoon packages. At Samudra beach, visitors can engage in watersports like Kayaking & surfing. As the beach usually does not remain crowded by tourists, this area of the shoreline is favored by the local fishermen for fishing, and you can spot some wooden fishing boats. Read More

The Sebastian Indian School Projects (SISP) is a non-profit organisation that aims to provide free education to the deserved communities of Kerala. In the previous years, the Kovalam Surfing club has sent passionate surfers to join the International Surfing Association course with an intention to bring in more surf instructors. Apart from this, the Kovalam Surf club has something remarkable. As it has turned out into a home-grown, organic and spontaneous surf culture, it has kept the youngsters of the village from narcotics and alcohol. Hence, this has owned its name not only as a tourists spot but a mission with a vision to bring in a positive change.The Kovalam Surf club supported by a more large wing, NGO SISP is one among the many surf clubs in the coastline of Kovalam. Most of the surfers are from the fishing communities of Kerala hence the surfing club has got its own praise. They provide surfing classes for all age groups between 6- 60 years. One can visit the Kovalam Beach as well enjoy the view from the lighthouse. Every year in October, the surfing federation of India organises a surfing competition in Kovalam. Read More

Thiruvallam Parasurama Temple is situated on the banks of Karamana River. It is known to be the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Lord Parasurama. Located 1km from Sree Alukadu Devi Temple, 2km from Pazhanchira Devi Temple and 3km from Attukal Temple, this heritage is under the list of monuments that are of national importance. According to the folklore the 2000-year-old temple is believed to have visited by Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Built in the 12th century by the legendary king Athiyaman Perumal, the Parasurama Temple is a Trimurthy temple with the shrines of Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma. Read More

Valiyathura Pier became one of the most famous spots of south Kerala in 1950. Earlier it was extensively used for transport of cargo and currently its mostly used by fishermen to launch catamarans during rough weather. It is significantly famous sightseeing for tourists for its mesmerising view. The 60-year-old pier is 703 foot supported by 127 concrete piles and made of 571 tonnes of cement and 250 tonnes of steel. Closely located to the Shanmugham beach in Trivandrum, the pier is a friendly resort for visitors. The exciting part of visiting the dock is watching the sky change colour in the evening. The pier had one 10-tonner and four 3-tonne cranes to unload cargo from ships. Since it was located in shallow waters, massive ships couldn't anchor itself from the deep sea and transport their ware. It was once Kovalam's pride until the development of Kochi port came up. With dismantled cranes, eroded structure and rusted cargo godowns, Valiathura turned out to be a dead port in the late 20th century. Read More

The Veli Tourist Village is a famous picnic spot in the mouth of the River Veli. Situated 12 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the site offers various indulging activities. The most prominent ones are the pedal/speedboat that explores the lagoon on the southern banks of the river, the children's park, horse rides and swimming pool. Tourists can book boat rides and engage in activities like games, horse rides and the children can play around in the park. The swimming pool, shopping complexes and cafeterias are other recreational activities at the Veli Tourist Village. Apart from these, the bay on the banks of Veli river is the spot for vast biodiversity with pigeons, swans, birds, fishes and tortoises.The Kerala Tourism Department Corporation (KTDC) runs a floating cafe and a walkway that is adorned with stone and grass sculptures within the premises. This beautiful picnic spot also houses a floating bridge that connects to the Veli beach. Visiting the spot during sunset is an excellent time by the tourists as it bestows an exceptional view. It is a perfect leisure spot and a photogenic place for families and friends. Read More

Vellayani Lake, Kovalam

One of the most popular freshwater lakes, Velliyani Lake is located 7km away south from Kovalam in Trivandrum, Kerala. Velliyani lake is also known as 'Velliyani Kayal' in the regional language Malayalam. Spread over 7.5 acres, the lake is a significant water source for irrigation and drinking purposes. Vellayani Lake is in the premises of Vellayani Agricultural University which is also a must see place. It is ideal for an evening walk with the cool breeze and lotus blooming on the lake that rejuvenates any passerby. Vellayani Kayal gives a nostalgic feeling to anyone who wishes to experience the goodness of a village away from city life. Read More