Vakala is a
seaside resort and spa, as well as an
important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High
cliffs with rich mineral springs rise
majestically from the coastline. The 2000 year old
Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple and the
Nature Care Centre are the two main
attractions there.
The sight of the sun
melting into the sea would blossom your
poetic sense. The mineral water
gushing from the hill is believed to have
medicinal properties. The Varkala sand has
become an ideal spot for confluence of
cultures exotic and alien.
Major attraction near Varkala is Kapil
Beach where we could feel the real beauty
of lake and sea together. The vibrant
colours of refracted sun rays embellish
the sea shore during sunsets. Since it is
not established as a tourist place yet, it
is very calm and quiet.
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Places to visit near Varkala Beach:
Papanasam Beach, Sree Janardhana Swamy
Temple, Sivagiri Mutt, Anjengo Fort,
Varkala Tunnel, Nature Care Center,
Mineral Springs
GENERAL INFORMATION
Climatic
Conditions: Heavy rains during June-August
due to the southwest monsoon. Winter starts
from December and continues till February. In
summer, the temperature rises to a maximum of
35°C and 25°C in the winters. Annual average
rainfall is 310 cm.
Temperature range : 35°C and 25°C
Best time to visit : September to May
HOW TO REACH VARKALA
By Air: The nearest airport is the
Thiruvananthapuram International airport,
which is about 46 km from Varkala. By Rail: The Varkala railway station links
the tourist destination of Varkala with other
places like Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam.
