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Destinations
India >> Indian
States Guide >> Kerala
Travel Guide >> Beaches
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Varkala
Beach |
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| Location |
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41
Kms From Thiruvananthapuram City, Kerala |
| Famous
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Janardana
Swamy Temple |
| Main
Attractions |
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Papanashini |
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The
Beach has a 2000 Year Old Shrine of Lord Vishnu |
Varkala is a sea side resort, as
well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich
mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline.
The 2000 year old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Centre are the
two main attractions of Varkala Beach. High cliffs border the
excellent beach.
Varkala is a beautiful beach that has a more than 2000 years old
shrine of Lord Vishnu. This beach of Kerala is rich in mineral water
springs that are known for their medicinal value.
A dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach is believed to purge the
body and the soul of all the sins hence the name 'Papanashini' for
this shore. At the break of dawn following the new moon in the
Malayalam month of 'Karkidakam', thousands offer 'Vavu Bali', a ritual
believed to help the souls of ancestors rest in peace.
How to Reach Varkala
- Rail
The railway station is 3 kms from the beach.
- Bus
Varkala is 54 km from Thiruvananthapuram and 37 km from Kollam.
Varkala is 90 minutes away on the bus and a pleasant convenient
place to stop for a night or more or an afternoon when travelling
between Alappuzha or Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram.
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