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Kovalam Beach
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AddressKovalam Beach, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram 695527
Getting thereNearest: Kovalam bus stand (frequent KSRTC buses from the East Fort city bus stand); Thiruvananthapuram Central railway station is about 16 km and the airport about 10 km away
Upcoming at Kovalam Beach
About Kovalam Beach
Kovalam is the crescent of beaches about 13 km south-east of the city that put Kerala on the international tourist map. Rocky headlands divide it into Lighthouse Beach, the southernmost and busiest, named after the 36-metre Vizhinjam Lighthouse on Kurumkal hill; Hawah or Eve's Beach, which fishermen use; and the quieter Samudra Beach to the north. The promenade behind Lighthouse Beach is lined with restaurants, bars and shops, and in season it hosts live music, beach yoga, surf lessons and competitions, sand-art events and the district's largest New Year's Eve crowds. Resorts on the headlands hold ticketed parties, weddings and conferences.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Kovalam from Thiruvananthapuram?
About 13 km from the city centre, 16 km from Thiruvananthapuram Central railway station and 10 km from the airport.
Which is the main beach at Kovalam?
Lighthouse Beach, the southernmost of the three, has most of the restaurants and the promenade.
How do I get to Kovalam by bus?
KSRTC runs frequent buses from the East Fort city bus stand to Kovalam. The ride takes about 40 minutes.
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