Kovalam is known as a great destination for tourism during the 1930s. The major spot is Kovalam beach that was identified first by the European guests of the then `Travancore` kingdom. However, the real fame as a great beach resort was later for the Kovalam beach in the early 70s with the grand entrance of public of `Hippys`. During the 70s, Kovalam was recognised as a hippy front, a fishing village with fresh fish besides fruit and toddy that provide an ideal location as the picture perfect tropical beach. Eventually, it has been modified into a very good laid back visiting destination along with numerous essential and also convenient motels and readymade restaurants by the place. However, now a days this small beach is touring thousands of adventurous tourists from all over the world, which possesses a wide collection of accommodation facilities for the economic as well as exotic tourists.

Kovalam is actually a picturesque beach location in Kerala, South India. As far as three decades earlier, Kovalam was a great hippy region playing the precise host to be a conventional beach with a lot of facilities on offer; an orthodox fishing village with fresh fish, fruits and toddy or beer made out of coconut. Currently, this minute beach locations is the centre of a multi-million dollar economic centre, pulling towards thousands of visitors for a week long dose of ozone, Ultra Violet and a glorious and rejuvenating Indian taste. Kovalam has been in the limelight ever since the general public were made aware by the then Maharaja of Travancore. Even after the completion of past three decades, the spot has been well laid, and now includes principally on the world tourism picture. Kovalam is located only 16 kms far from Tiruvananthapuram. On a current basis, the much acclaimed Kovalam beach is also called as the 'Paradise of the South'.

On literal terms, 'Kovalam' is defined a series of coconut trees. Keeping in sync with the name, the entire village provides a never ending visual of coconut trees. The crescent-shaped beach consists of three parts. The beach that is located on the southern tip, which is also the most popular beach ironically, is light house beach. It is home to an amazing view of Vizhinjam mosque and is also a prominent centre for fishing. On the Northern side of the enormous Samudra is a laidback one and it appears that time has come to a halt being in at this place. Located in the middle is the Hawah or the Eve`s beach. To the northern side of the Eve`s beach on a rocky headland is the much acclaimed and highly regarded resort, the Ashoka beach resort which bisects the beaches into north and south sections respectively. The beautiful resort location possesses its own mini fragment of private beach and offers lavish wind surfing and sailing boat opportunities. It is just a 15 minutes walk between the Ashoka and the Light house.

Its sandy beaches are in tandem with palm fringed lagoons and rocky hills. The city of Kovalam with its unique and excellent beaches is a homely bay and is adorned with exemplary picturesque goodness. The Arabian Sea coast at numerous places is aligned with natural spots of coral reefs. It takes one hour of driving from the capital city; one can reach the most prominent South Indian beach, known for having sunbaths.

Kovalam is, alternatively, a centre for the traditional Ayurvedic healthcare. Numerous hotels provide accomplished health and rejuvenation offers as well as packages that are affordable. Besides having the provision of oil massages, in depth treatments which will last up to three weeks that include specific diets and regular massages are provided. Meditation schools providing yoga classes are also found in plenty in and across Kovalam beach. Traditional programmes near the beach are completely enthralling with performances of the acclaimed Kerala art form, Kathakali as well as great martial art, Kalarippayattu.

A tour to Kovalam is a mandatory one to relish the most out of Kerala holidays offered in South India. This remote village is well groomed with the antiques of scenic locations, greenery and waterways. Hence, visit Kovalam and get refreshed in the abode of natural beauty.

Few of the numerous well liked visiting spots in and across Kovalam are as mentioned below:

Catamaran cruises:Many of the much known schedules at this place contain the Catamaran cruises that are above the rural rafts. On the latest, a newly established tour handling agency of Tiruvananthapuram has got a latest package available for intense fishing. This is an advanced project centred over the Vizhinjam fishing harbour, which is at a distance of almost four km to the eastern part of Kovalam Beach. Water sports lovers will be tempted to have a refined usage of surfboards and boogie boards, which are obtained for hire on the beach.

Ayurvedic Massage:Besides regular tourist attractions and outside activities, alternative   aspects include the Ayurvedic massages from the health point of view and treatments included at numerous resort locations and hotels on tourists' visit to Kovalam. Inside of Kovalam, there are numerous meditation centers as well. Facts about some of the traditional Kerala art forms such as Kathakali and acclaimed martial art, Kalarippayattu can be extensively refreshing.

The Fishing Village of Vizhinjam:Vizhinjam village is mostly known for fishing activities. Also, a mosque can be viewed in the north as well as a Catholic church in the south. Both the church and the mosque add to the picturesque beauty of this place.

Aruvikkra:This site is situated almost 16 kms from the city of Kovalam. This site is acclaimed for being much known as an exciting dam location.

Private Beaches:Kovalam is full of a lot of private beaches of late. Some of them are Coconut Bay Beach Resort, Niki’s Nest, Surya Samudra Beach Garden and Hotel Samudra, which are also few of the most visited among many popular beach holiday resorts. Most of these private beaches are near to Vizhinjam and almost 8 km from Kovalam.

Get there

By Air:The airport that is most near is Thiruvananthapuram Airport (16 km from Kovalam)

By Rail:Nearest Railway Station is Thiruvananthapuram, which is 16km from Kovalam)

By Road:Kovalam can be easily accessed by direct regular bus services plied from Thiruvananthapuram. Few buses link the place from Ernakulam and Kanyakumari.

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