Exploring Kovalam

Exploring Kovalam

Imbibe stories that evoke a sense of wonder and exploration as you unlock the destination with unique experiences that give you insider access to everything that is quintessentially Kerala, God’s own country. Whether it is history and heritage or the dreamy countryside, historic art galleries or the local culture, awe - inspiring temples or an adrenaline packed adventure, ayurvedic or culinary traditions or simply local specialties, there is a plethora of things to do and discover.

Beaches and Lakes

Vellayani Lake

Vellayani is renowned for its enchanting lotus blooms and stands as a serene eco-haven…
Distance : 8.3 km
Driving time : 20 minutes
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Shangumugham Beach

Shankumugham Beach, nestled in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, South India,…
Distance : 15.2 km
Driving time : 30 minutes
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Kappil Beach

Indulge in the ultimate road trip experience and make a stop at Kappil Beach, a drive-in…
Distance : 60 km
Driving time : 1 hour 44 minutes
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Varkala Beach

Varkala beach, well-known for its natural springs with therapeutic properties that makes…
Distance : 56 km
Driving time : 1 hour 29 minutes
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Poovar Beach

Discover Poovar, a stunning location named by Travancore king Anizham Thirunal Marthanda…
Distance : 17 km
Driving time : 30 minutes
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Kovalam Beach

Discover the breath-taking beauty of Kovalam beach, shaped like a crescent moon and…
Distance : 2 km
Driving time : 5 minutes
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Backwaters

Munroe Thuruth

Amidst the calm waters lies a serene green paradise. Mundrothuruthu, also known as Munroe…
Distance : 95 km
Driving time : 2 hours 33 minutes
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Ashtamudi Lake

One of the most talked about places in all of Kerala and its second largest estuary…
Distance : 93 km
Driving time : 2 hours 21 minutes
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Sambrani Kodi

Located amongst the backwaters of Ashtamudi is the peaceful and gorgeous island of…
Distance : 89 km
Driving time : 2 hours 14 minutes
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Spiritual

Vizhinjam Mosque

Nestled near the bustling Vizhinjam fishing harbor, just 3 kilometers away from the…
Distance : 5 km
Driving time : 15 minutes
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Chenkal Maheswaram

Kerala, often hailed as 'God's own country', boasts a rich tapestry of ancient temples…
Distance : 16 km
Driving time : 25 minutes
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Vettukad Church

Situated within the scenic confines of the Thiruvananthapuram district in the southern…
Distance : 5 km
Driving time : 15 minutes
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Azhimala Siva Temple

The Azhimala cliff, with its commanding height of 100 feet, offers a truly awe-inspiring…
Distance : 10 km
Driving time : 20 minutes
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Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Featuring an idol carved using over 12,000 Shaligram stones from the bed of River Gandaki…
Distance : 14 km
Driving time : 22 minutes
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Beemappalli Dargah Shareef

The Beemapalli Dargah Shareef was built as an ode to Beema Umma and her son…
Distance : 11 km
Driving time : 23 minutes
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Heritage

The Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Kanyakumari, situated at the southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent, is a place of…
Distance : 80 km
Driving time : 2 hours 30 minutes
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VSSC Space Museum

The origins of the St Mary Magdalene Church date back to 1544 when it was established as…
Distance : 24 km
Driving time : 30 minutes
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Napier Museum

Built in 1855, the famous Napier Museum shares its premises with many important landmark…
Distance : 17.4 km
Driving time : 35 minutes
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Padmanabhapuram Palace

The small village of Padmanabhapuram, originally known as kalkulam was once the capital…
Distance : 51 km
Driving time : 1 hour 20 minutes
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Kuthiramalika Palace

On the south-eastern side of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple lies this quaint two-storied…
Distance : 14 km
Driving time : 23 minutes
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Nature and Wildlife

Kottur

Surrounded by all things peaceful and quaint, the village of Kottur is a nature-lover’s…
Distance : 36 km
Driving time : 1 hour 7 minutes
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Thiruvananthapuram Zoo

The Thiruvananthapuram Zoo is a beloved destination for families in the city,…
Distance : 17 km
Driving time : 34 minutes
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Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Embark on a journey of discovery and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the…
Distance : 33 km
Driving time : 1 hour 8 minutes
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Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary

Established in 1938 and named after the Peppara Dam, which is located a mere 50…
Distance : 45 km
Driving time : 1 hour 24 minutes
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