A far cry from Kovalam’s more crowded lanes, most of the places to visit in Varkala see a few travellers. As the lesser famous neighbour of Kovalam, this sliver of a place will woo you with its old world charm that blends with a very hippie setup. Some must-visits here are Janardhana Swamy Temple, Anjengo Fort, Thiruvambadi Beach, Papanasham Beach and the very stunning Kappil Beach and lake.
PLACES TO VISIT IN VARKALA
6 reasons to visit Varkala
With a medley of steep red cliffs, swaying palm trees and the deep blue Arabian Sea, it isn’t hard to imagine why Varkala is described as one of the m...
1FEATUREDThiruvambadi Beach
If isolation is what you seek then this stretch of sand, also known as the Black Sand Beach, fits the bill to a tee.
2FEATUREDPapanasham Beach
Synonymous with Varkala, this is the town's most popular beach. With waves lapping its sun-kissed white sands at one end and breaking against the impo...
3FEATUREDAnjengo Fort
History buffs will find the 20-minute drive out of town to this fort, located in a fishing village, entirely worth the effort.
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