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Trip to India::Beaches::Kerala  
 
Beaches in Kerala " Kerala " is a good example of how a place with great attributes has come to be perceived as a great place to visit. The National Geographic Traveler has selected Kerala as one of the "50 places of a lifetime" among its millennium destinations. 900-km length of the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms that definitely merit a visit in every tourist. Among other destinations in India Kerala has become pocket-vebus of world destinations with stunning backwaters, impossible greenery, a range of Ayurvedic massages, great beaches, food and culture. One more aspect of travel in Kerala is Ayurveda; indulge in some of Kerala's renowned natural therapy treatments and rejuvenate yourself. Kerala is amoung the most explored tourist destination in India.
 
:: Alappuzha Beach :: Kappad Beach :: Payyambalam Beach
:: Bekal Fort Beach :: Kovalam Beach :: Sankhumugham Beach
:: Beypore Beach :: Kumarakom Beach :: Tanur Beach
:: Cheri Beach :: Marari Beach :: Thanagasseri Beach
:: Dharmadam Island :: Muzhappilangad Beach :: Thirumullavaram Beach
:: Ezhimala Island :: Papanasam Beach :: Valapattanam Beach
:: Fort Kochi Island :: Pathiramanal Beach :: Varkala Beach
 
Kappad Beach, Kerala:: Kappad Beach locally known as Kappakadavu, is studded with rocks. Kappad is located at about 15 km from Kozhikode and famous for its lovely beach and backwaters. It was the Kappad beach where landed the first European trader and sailor, Vasco De Gama on 27th May 1498. The temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old. The sea here is placid and seemingly untouched by history.

Kovalam Beach, Kerala:: Kovalam Beach a 600 km long shoreline dotted with some of the finest, most charming beaches of the world, coconut groves, natural harbors, lagoons and sheltered coves. The boundless blue waters of the Arabian Sea and miles of white sands washed away by the surf at the feet of the stalwart palms and the rocky promontories, makes this beach paradise. Kovalam lies 16 kilometres south of Thiruvananthapuram.

Kumarakom Beach, Kerala
:: Kumarakom Beach
a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and this small water world is part of the Kuttanad region. Kumarakom, a small town in Kerala lies on the shores of the enchanting Vembanad lake, 14 km from Kottayam. The town of Kumarakom Kerala is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is part of the Kuttanad region. Kerala Kumarakom beach is the ornithologist's paradis.

Marari Beach, Kerala:: Marari Beach Marari originates from " Mararikulam ", one of the local fishing villages located between the port city of Cochin and Alleppey. Marari offers endless miles of superb sand beaches backed by swaying palms, virgin territory where you can experience the local charm and traditional Keralan hospitality at it's best.

Muzhappilangad Beach, Kerala:: Muzhappilangad Beach stretches across four kilometres of sand is a drive-in beach where one can drive down the entire length. About 15 km from Kannur and 8 km from Thalassery, the beach is bordered by black rocks, which protects it. It is Kerala's only drive in beach where you can drive for a full four km, from Kannur to Tellicherry. The palm groves fringing the beach is a cool hideaway from the tropical sun.

Papanasam Beach, Kerala:: Papanasam Beach (Varkala) a holy beach which means 'Destroyer of the sins'. Mineral water springs come gushing out from the cliffs bordering the beach and are known for their medicinal qualities. Thousands of pilgrims come to the Varakala Beach to pray and offer 'Vavu Bali', a ritual performed in honour of their ancestors and relatives and to help the departed souls rest in peace.

Pathiramanal Beach, Kerala:: Pathiramanal Beach lies between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom the beach is a favourite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the land. An ideal place for a break in the journey while on a backwater cruise surrounded by the Vembanad Lake, stretching from Alappuzha to Kochi and the Kayamkulam Lake.
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