| Location | 54 km from Thiruvananthapuram and 37 km from Kollam in the state of Kerala |
| Also Known as | Papanasam Beach |
| Major Tourist Attractions | Janardana Swamy Temple, Mineral spring, Vishnu temple |
| Temperature | Max 36°C and Min 19°C |
The beach lying in the coastal region of Kerala in South India is perfect for watching the Sun setting below the roaring shores of the Varkala beach. The sight of the melting Sun into the waters of the sea, makes it the dream destination of the poetic interest visitors. The mineral waters flowing from the hill contains medicinal properties, which have the power to heal the ailments of the body. This isolated and quite beach of India offers its visitors a relaxing holidays from the over crowded city life. The Varkala Beach, Kerala is known world wide for its breathtaking landscapes. The rising rocky cliff surrounding a portion of the beach ends abruptly and finally touches a clear stretch of sand moving further down to the sea. The cliff, the sans dunes and the sea all contrast to offer a vivid imagery to the lovely place. Varkala being a pilgrimage destination sees many pilgrims throng the beach to purify the mind and the body of the sins. Little children are seen building stone castles of their choice and their parents strolling lazily without paying any heed to the activities of their wards.
Major Attractions Nearby
Sree Janardhana Swamy temple: The temple is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa according to the Malayalam custom. Believed to be constructed some what between 800 to 200 years earlier, the new moon day is celebrated with great festivity at the temple premises. Devotees offers their benign prayers following the custom of Vayu Bali to ensure that the souls of their relatives who are no more rests in peace.
Mineral water springs: The mineral springs seen gushing out near the Varkala Beach is believed to have medicinal properties. Many people come to clear there ailments by drinking and bathing in the waters of the spring.
The Vishnu temple: The enchanting beach also holds in its precinct a 2000 years old temple where the shrine of Lord Vishnu of the Hindu religion is placed inside. The place is seen lighted with candles and the smell of incense sticks spreads all over the area.
Nature Cure Center: Nearby is located a nature care center to help relax and rejuvenate the body of the visitors as well as the peoples residing in the locality. The use of herbal and traditional methods gives a unique experience to the peoples coming there.
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Accessibility
By Air: The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport about 54 km away from Varkala.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is at Varkala town, 3 kms from the beach. Direct connectivity is available from major towns in the states to the neighbouring states.
By Road: Varkala is 54 km away from Thiruvananthapuram and 37 km away from Kollam. Buses operate regularly between Thirvananthapuram and Kollam to Varkala and other places of the state.