Kovalam Beach

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Kovalam is a very famous beach resort all over the world. Since 1930's the international tourists, especially the Europeans, frequent the Kovalam Beach. Kovalam along with the crescent-shaped beaches bordered by coconut and palm trees makes for a splendid setting for a sun and sea bathing. The Lighthouse Beach is the southern most beaches and is popular among the tourists who spend most of their time at this beach.

Sight Seeing
Kovalam, 10 km from the capital city Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) comprises of three small crescent beaches adjacent to each other, namely, the Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach. The Lighthouse Beach, the southern most beach is the place where most of the visitors spend their time. Overlooking the rocky headland is the Hawa Beach. It is the middle beach and a base for local fishers each morning. The Samudra Beach is the last beach, is least affected by the changing times. A few simple wooden fishing vessels line the beach.

Beach Activities
There is no dearth of beach activities at Kovalam Beach. Water sports at Kovalam beach include swimming, catamaran ride, kayaking, parasailing, surfing and windsurfing. If you are interested in just relaxing, you can enjoy the sunbathe on the golden sands of the beaches and get a lovely tan. An Ayurvedic massage will help take away all your stresses and tensions. The seaside stalls sell souvenirs and trinkets. There are several seaside restaurants and stalls preparing fresh and delicious seafood all along the edge of Kovalam Beach. 

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