Kovalam

Aruvikkara is sketched on the banks of Karamana River in Thiruvananthapuram District. The Bhagavathi Temple devoted to goddess Durga is one of the prevalent magnetisms of this region.

The largest freshwater lake, Vellayani Lake is yet another must-visit place in Kovalam. Situated at a distance of about 7 km from Kovalam, the water of this lake is clean and crystal clear. It magnetizes a large number of tourists during Onam when the boat race takes place. One can easily reach here by hiring country boats from Kovalam Beach.

Sankhumugham Beach is one of the major tourist attractions of Kovalam.It is the most desired place for the sunset viewers. The crimson rays of the sun turn the sand Golden and fascinate the tourists from all over the globe.

Varkala Beach is an important pilgrimage centre for the Hindus. It offers the visitors the spectacular views of the Arabian Sea .One can look at the exceptional assortment of handicraft shops at the beach which flocks the tourists throughout the day.