I am visiting Kerala in November - where are the best areas to go?

Question

I am staying in Kovalam, but willing to travel. I want to get a feel for the area, seeing the tourist spots as well as beauty spots off the beaten track. Thanks

Answer 1

i would suggest you to give a try for the nature's path other than the very usual. you can try the national parks like silent valley in palakkad district or the thattekkad bird sanctuary. places around these locations will also give a different view of kerala.

even if not so nature inclined, boating around the backwaters in alappuzha - cochin regions will be a wonderful experience.

another choice would be the highrange regions of idukki, like thekkadi, kumili and the regions in the tamil nadu border.

Answer 2

visit trivandrum, . you must visit ponmudi, its a picturisque hillstation with tea and coffe plantations, besides herbs.The colourful sea-shores, fringed with coconut trees and paddy fields, here and there are few elevated patches of red cliffs with undulating valleys and plains between the mountainous terrain and the sea - coast, so closely interwoven with Temples and Churches and other edifices ,its kerala-GODS OWN COUNTRY for you

Answer 3

It is good that you are staying at Kovalam, Kovalam beach is really very good , go to Trivandrum, see Sanghumugham beach, Narayana swami temple, visit torism deptt office for conducted tour and therebt you will be able to cover many things in a very short time

Answer 4

It Depends. If you want to be near a Beach, Trivandrum is the place.

If you like wild life go to Idukki 250Km from Trivandrum. You will see mountains animals and largest arch dam in India. Want to enjoy a ride in Backwaters go to Kumarakam in Kottayam. Each district in Kerala have their on speciality. If you think you are lost or need help ask anyone. Compare to rest of the India it is very safe in kerala. Food cost around anything from 50 rupees to 100 rrupees unless you walk in to a fancy restaurent then it will be 300 rupees for  for the water.

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Answer 6

Since you are staying at Kovalam, here are some close-by excursions you can take from Kovalam:

Kanyakumari & Trivandrum

The southern most tip of India, Kanyakumari is the point where the three mighty water bodies, the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean converge. The famous Vivekananda Rock memorial amidst the turbulent sea is a major attraction. Kanyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views and the Devi Temple.

Padmanabhapuram Palace

Enroute to Kanyakumari 40 Kms away is the majestic old palace famous for its 17th and 18th century murals, carved mahogany ceiling, coloured mica windows, secret underground passages, inner courtyards, durbar hall, museum, four poster medicinal bed, Begian mirrors, Granite dance halls and special lac shiny floors made of a unique combination of egg white, jaggery, lime, burnt coconut, charcol and river sand. The palace is built in the traditional Travancore architectural style.



Other Major Tourist Attractions of Kovalam:

Padmanabhapuram Palace: The Padmanabhapuram Palace in Kovalam is near the Veli hills. Nestled at the foot of the Veli hills this palace is a remarkable artwork. It is a beautiful specimen of woodwork reflecting the Kerala architecture and it was the residential palace of the Travancore rulers.

Sankhumugham Beach: Sankhumugham Beach is the favorite haunt of sunset watchers. The fascinating sunsets or sunrise in this beach allures the tourists from all over. Golden sands and the crimson rays of the setting sun fascinate the tourists. This is one of the major tourist attractions of Kovalam.





Vizhinjam Lighthouse: In Kovalam there is a light house on the shores of Arabian Sea. Kovalam also has a beach called the Lighthouse Beach. If you can climb on the Vizhinjam Lighthouse then you can enjoy a captivating view of the beautiful village of Kovalam.

Varkala Beach: Situated 55 kms from Trivandrum, this is an important pilgrimage centre and the beach is lined with a row of shops which sells exquisite handicrafts. Varkala Beach offers you one of the most beautiful views of the Arabian Sea from high above the cliff.

Water Sports in Kovalam: Kovalam is the ideal place for swimming, kayaking, skiing and surfing .Indulge yourself in sunbath on the exotic beaches or just swim in the blue waters of Arabian Sea. Water sports in Kovalam are one of the major tourist attractions of Kovalam.  

Suchindram Temple

Enroute to Kanyakumari, it is another famous attraction - The Sthanumalaya temple which is a popular pilgrim centre. the temple also houses an emporium of art treasures from various periods in history.