The Varkala is a seaside resort and is also an important Hindu pilgrimage centre. Situated at a distance of 41 km from Thiruvananthapuram city. Varkala is known for its mineral springs and rocky cliffs. 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.
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.
Best Time
Through out the year.
How to Varkala 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 traveling between Alappuzha or Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram.
Rail: The railway station is 3 kms from the beach
Places where you can stay
Sophisticated accommodation facility is there to facilitate the tourists.
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