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| Know Kovalam |
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"Kovalam" means a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees.
LOCATION
State : Kerala
Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum
KOVALAM FACTS
1. Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the South".
2. At many coastal places there are beautiful patches of coral reefs. The underwater views, which are visible during snorkeling, are really marvellous.
3. It claims high tourist footfalls every year between September and March and is the most celebrated tourist destination of Kerala.
4. A right turn from the Kovalam junction will take you to the magnificent beaches of Hawa or Eve, Ashok and Lighthouse.
5. In this land of sun, sand and coconuts, water adventure sports draws people in hordes. The water adventure sports lovers can indulge in swimming, kayaking and host of others that is sure to give them an adrenaline rush.
6. Hundreds and thousands of them flock to the Valliathura Pier to see the fishermen cast their boats into the water from the wharf and then nose dive into the water.
7. At the Yoga and Health Center the intricacies and the dynamics of yoga and transcedental meditation are taught by experts. You can try out rejuvanating Ayurvedic massages and oil baths here.
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| Attractions in Kovalam |
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| Major Hotels & Resorts |
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- Hotel Samudra
- Swagath Beach Resort
- Hotel Sea Face
- Sagara Beach Resort
- Wilson Tourist Home
- Hotel Marine Palace
- Hotel Seaweed
- Isolo Di Coco
- Uday Samudra
- Manaltheeram Ayurveda Resort
- Poovar Island Resort
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Airways
Nearest airport is Trivandrum International airport which is about 15 km away from Kovalam. Trivandrum International airport is connected to all major airports in India and it is connected to many cities abroad including Colombo, Singapore and many gulf cities.
Railways
The nearest rail head to Kovalam is Trivandrum Central (Thampanoor) railway station. It is about 15 km away from Kovalam. Trivandrum is well linked with all cities in India through rail.
Roadways
Kovalam is well linked by the city bus services from Trivandrum and other main junction in the district.
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