Varkala
Varkala Beach in Thiruvananthapuram is a favourite beach destination for travellers far and near. With her sun-kissed beaches, clear blue waves and serene atmos, Varkala offers you an out-of-this-world experience. Also known as Papanasam Beach, Varkala is a must-visit destination in Kerala and owns a significant place on the tourism map of India.
Varkala not only holds the picturesque beauty of a tranquil beach but gains a majestic face with its soaring laterite cliffs along the beach. Standing like sentinels overlooking the shimmering waves the cliffs provide a fabulous view of the sea. The vast plateau of the cliffs houses many hotels and restaurants.
Varkala is a major pilgrim destination as well. Sivagiri Mutt, Janardhana Swamy Temple are some popular pilgrim centres here.
Contact
Shri Sharon Veettil
Opposite Raj Bhavan, Vellayambalam
Thiruvananthapuram
Email: secretary@dtpcthiruvananthapuram.com
DTPC
Email: info@dtpcthiruvanant
Getting there
Thiruvonamahotsavam at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple
The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.
Feast of Vallarpadathamma
Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.
Malayattoor Perunnal
Thousands of devotees immersed in prayers carrying wooden crosses of different sizes and ambling up a hill; a whole village getting decked up and readying itself to welcome these pilgrims.
Aranmula Thiruvonathoni
Once a year, the River Pamba gets enlivened as an elaborately decorated snake boat glides across its placid waters bearing the provisions for a grand feast
Triprayar Pooram Purappadu & Uthram Vilakku
Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals
Vrischikam Festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Discover the thrills & chills of festivities here!
Varkala Beach, Thiruvananthapuram
Varkala, lying on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram district is a calm and quiet hamlet. Apart from the beach, the mineral water springs, the Sivagiri Mutt, the Janardhanaswamy Temple and the laterite cliffs add to the attraction of Varkala. Ayurvedic massage centres operating in Varkala make it a popular health resort.
Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Varkala is one of the major beaches in the southern Kerala the other being Kovalam. Apart from holding the charms of a quiet beach, Varkala is also a major pilgrim destination with the presence of Sivagiri Mutt and various ancient temples including Janardhana temple.
