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About Varkala
Kerala's new destination Varkala, is a perfect place for those who like to holiday in a calm and serene atmosphere. Varkala is a seaside tourist resort and spa. A small town 55km north of Thiruvananthapuram, it is also an important religious place for the Hindus.
The Papanasam Beach at Varkala is a quiet, secluded beach known for its white, silvery stretch of sand, mineral springs and rocky cliffs. Varkala is also an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. It is the final resting place of Sree Narayana Guru, the great social reformer of Kerala, is near Varkala atop a hill named Sivagiri. High cliffs from mineral springs majestically rise is a scene typical of Varkala. There is a nature cure centre adjacent to the beach.
Tourist Places
Papanasam Beach Varkala beach is the best spot along kerala coast for watching sunset. the sight of the sun sinking into the sea would stimulate your poetic sens ...more
Varkala is a small town in Kerala, South India. If you're looking for beaches and are fed up with... more hotel info Hotel Services: Beauty Saloon, Coffee Shop, Safe, Swimming Pool, Business Centre, Credit Cards, Health Centre, Restaurants and Bars.
Tourist taxis, taxis, Auto rickshaws are available.
How to reach
By Air:
The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport about 57 km away from Varkala
By Rail:
The nearest railway station is at Varkala town, 3 kms from the beach. There is direct connects from major towns in the states as ell as neighbouring states.
By Road:
Varkala is 51 km away from Thiruvananthapuram and 37 km away from Kollam. Buses ply regularly between Thirvananthapuram and Kollam.
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