Vakala is a seaside resort and spa, as well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline. The 2000 year old Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple and the Nature Care Centre are the two main attractions there. The sight of the sun melting into the sea would blossom your poetic sense.
The mineral water gushing from the hill is believed to have medicinal properties. The Varkala sand has become an ideal spot for confluence of cultures exotic and alien.
Major attraction near Varkala is Kapil Beach where we could feel the real beauty of lake and sea together.
The vibrant colours of refracted sun rays embellish the sea shore during sunsets. Since it is not established as a tourist place yet, it is very calm and quiet.
Places to visit near Varkala Beach: Papanasam Beach, Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple, Sivagiri Mutt, Anjengo Fort, Varkala Tunnel, Nature Care Center, Mineral Springs
GENERAL INFORMATION
Climatic Conditions: Heavy rains during June-August due to the southwest monsoon. Winter starts from December and continues till February. In summer, the temperature rises to a maximum of 35°C and 25°C in the winters. Annual average rainfall is 310 cm.
Temperature range : 35°C and 25°C
Best time to visit : September to May
HOW TO REACH VARKALA
By Air: The nearest airport is the Thiruvananthapuram International airport, which is about 46 km from Varkala.
By Rail: The Varkala railway station links the tourist destination of Varkala with other places like Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam.
The mineral water gushing from the hill is believed to have medicinal properties. The Varkala sand has become an ideal spot for confluence of cultures exotic and alien.
Major attraction near Varkala is Kapil Beach where we could feel the real beauty of lake and sea together.
The vibrant colours of refracted sun rays embellish the sea shore during sunsets. Since it is not established as a tourist place yet, it is very calm and quiet.
Places to visit near Varkala Beach: Papanasam Beach, Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple, Sivagiri Mutt, Anjengo Fort, Varkala Tunnel, Nature Care Center, Mineral Springs
GENERAL INFORMATION
Climatic Conditions: Heavy rains during June-August due to the southwest monsoon. Winter starts from December and continues till February. In summer, the temperature rises to a maximum of 35°C and 25°C in the winters. Annual average rainfall is 310 cm.
Temperature range : 35°C and 25°C
Best time to visit : September to May
HOW TO REACH VARKALA
By Air: The nearest airport is the Thiruvananthapuram International airport, which is about 46 km from Varkala.
By Rail: The Varkala railway station links the tourist destination of Varkala with other places like Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam.
