All About Varkala
Varkala
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the vibrant coastal town of Varkala in this immersive 360 video experience. Feel the salty breeze caress your skin as you stand at…
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…
Varkala, located between the backwater destination of Alappuzha and the internationally renowned beach of Kovalam in Kerala is a serene destination on the western coast o…
The second great annual festival in the temple of Sarkara Devi is the Meenabharani. The festival and the associated rituals were elaborated during the reign of king Dharm…
The page includes a list of the saint disciples of Sree Narayana Guru.
The Guru’s works reflect his philosophies and outlook on life. The works include Advaitha Deepika, Atmopadesa Åšatakam, Bhadrakaalyashtakam, Daiva Dasakam, Daiva…
Sree Narayana Guru became one of the greatest proponents and re-evaluators of Advaita Vedanta, the principle of non-duality put forward by Adi Shankara Sree Narayana Guru…
Sree Narayana Guru was born on August 22, 1856 in a humble cottage in the pretty hamlet of Chempazhanthi near Thiruvananthapuram. His father was Madan Asan, a farmer, and…
This page includes details about the famous personalities from Varkala.
One of the traditional dances of south India Mayilattam is performed only by female dancers by and large in the Hindu temples in Kerala and Tamil Nadu in veneration to Lo…
A traditional temple dance form that is prevalent in the southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The dance is usually performed by the devotees of Bhagavathy or Mari Am…
Thiruvambadi Sree Krishna Temple is situated at Manthara in Varkala. The presiding deity is Lord Krishna. The temple is known for several vibrant festivals and folk arts…
The idea of Sivagiri pilgrimage, known as Sivagiri Theerthadanam in Malayalam, was put forward by Sree Narayana Guru’s followers, Vallabhasseri Govindan Vaidyar an…
Sivagiri Mutt is one of the most popular pilgrim destinations of Kerala and is situated about 3 km from Varkala town. The renowned social reformer and sage Sree Narayana…
Karkidaka Vavu Bali, also called Bali, is the ritual performed in memory of the departed souls of ancestors. On the day of vavu or Amavasi (no moon day) people belonging…
Varkala Kathakali Centre is situated near the north Cliff and it arranges Kathakali performance for the tourists.
Papanasam is one of the main beaches in Varkala which has a religious significance. It is believed that a dip in the waters here will wash away all the sins (papam) and h…
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 destin…
The Sarkara Devi Temple acquired the present fame and popularity with the introduction of Kaliyoot by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma, the Travancore sovereign, in 1748.…
Sarkara Devi temple at Chirayinkeezhu near Varkala is one of the major pilgrim destinations in south India. It is situated south of the Chirayinkeezhu Taluk. The main dei…
Arattu festival in Janardhana temple flaunts the rich and vibrant colour of this place. This Arattu Festival commences with Kodiyettu (Flag Hoisting) on Karthika day and…
Several myths, legends and stories are associated with the origin and history of the temple. Most popular among them is the story related to Lord Brahma and Sage Narada.…
One of the ancient temples in Kerala, the Janardhana temple is a major pilgrim spot in Varkala. The temple, which has a history of some 2000 years, is located on a steep…
This page includes details about the pilgrim centres in Varkala.
Varkala town is well connected through road, rail and waterways to Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam. You can avail lodgings and accommodation at reasonable rates in Varkala.
Varkala has a distinctive topography. It not only harbours the scenic charm of a calm beach, but attains a majestic quality with the towering laterite cliffs along the be…
According to the census in 2001, Varkala has a population of about 50,000. Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%. The average literacy rate here is 88%.
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 destin…
Varkala has a moderate humid climate, with temperature ranging from 30 to 36 degree Celsius.
This page includes details about Varkala like history, demography, climate etc.
This page includes details about Varkala like history, demography, climate etc.
One of Malayalam cinema's greatest ever actors V. Gopinathan Nair, popularly known as Bharath Gopi, was born on 8 November 1937 at Chirayinkeezhu near Varkala as the youn…
Kappil Lake is about 6 kilometers (3.75 miles) north of Varkala town. Bordered with coconut groves and trees this tranquil estuary roves gracefully and merges into the Ar…
Chirayinkeezhu is an important taluk in Trivandrum district and it is situated about 13 km from Varkala. The Sarkara Devi Temple, famous for the kaliyoot festival, is sit…
Kilimanoor palace, the royal house at Kilimanoor has a history that stretches back to some 300 years. Though the palace complex has some older buildings that are construc…
Attingal and Kilimanoor are other historically important places near Varkala.
Apart from the Papanasam beach, there are other beaches in Varkala, which are unexplored and have a serene ambience.
Backwaters of Kerala supported a much efficient transport system during the earlier times. Varkala was the southernmost part of this canal system. The British decided to…
The beach is near to the North cliff and it is also called Black Sand Beach.
Ponnumthuruth a lush green island is situated in the middle of the placid backwaters near Varkala. Ponnumthuruth literally means Golden Island in Malayalam. Ponnumthuruth…
Varkala has made a solid imprint in the area of health tourism with its Government owned Nature Cure Hospital. Established in the year 1978 the hospital is well furnished…
Chilakoor beach is situated about 15 km from Varkala and the drive through the coastal villages will surely give you a relaxing feel.
Apart from the Anjengo fort, there are many important landmarks that throw light into the place’s tryst with European colonial powers in Anchuthengu. A 130-feet ta…
Anchuthengu, formerly known as Anjengo, is a place situated about 12 km from Varkala en route to Kadakkavur. It is another coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram District and…
Akathumuri a placid place with a picturesque view of the lake. There is a small coir making unit at Akathumuri. The place is a haven for birds and you can see a lot of b…
This page includes details about major tourist spots in and around Varkala.
Born in 1859 in an orthodox Nair family in Aruvippuram Sivalinga Swami was one of the first and prominent disciples of Narayana Guru. In 1905 Ayappan Pillai accepted the…
Born into an aristocratic family on April 29, 1848 in Kilimanoor a small kingdom in Kerala, Raja Ravi Varma spent his childhood in a family were the fresh waft of creativ…
Nataraja Guru, a prominent social reformer and the founder of Narayana Gurukulam was one of the direct disciples of Sree Narayana Guru. Right from his childhood Natarajan…
Prem Nazir, one of the all time super stars in Malayalam film industry, was born on 7 April 1926 in Chirayikeezhu a small town near Varkala. His parents were Akkode Shahu…
The only foreign direct Sanyasin disciple of the Guru Earnest Clark pursued the path shown by the Guru eagerly. Attracted by many spiritual leaders of India he came to In…
Born in a rich Gowdasaraswath Brahmin family of Thalassery Swami Aanantha Theerthar (Anantha Shenoy) was the last disciple of Sree Narayana Guru. He was known for his ada…
Mambalam Vidyananda Swami was originally named by his parents as Ramankutty. His was a well known family in Kavalam, Kuttanadu, with many of its members as medical practi…
Sankarananda Swami was named by his parents as Sankaran. When he heard about the Guru and his social activities he decided to see him and visited him at Peringottukara as…
Atmananda Swami met Sree Narayana Guru when the Guru was visiting Talassery. Impressed by his knowledge in Sanskrit the Guru invited him to be a teacher at Adwaitha Ashra…
Govindananda Swami was born in Mulankadu near Ernakulam. He was ushered to the world of Guru’s principles by Bodhananda Swami. He established a Sree Narayana Ashra…
Despite his birth in an upper class Nair family Satyavrida Swami was attracted to the principles of the Guru. The Guru accepted Ayappan Pillai as his Sanyasin disciple na…
Before entering the sainthood Dharma Theerthar Swami was a proficient lawyer. His original name was Parameswara Menon. His activities against untouchability and other uno…
Chaithanya Swami was the second person to be ordained as a Sanyasin by the Guru. He was born in Varkala in 1877 as Narayana Pillai. It was Chattambi Swamikal who sent him…
Bodhananda Swami argued against inequality in the society. He traveled to many places in North India and he accepted the Sanyasin life at Jyothir Mutt in Kasi. The Guru a…
Thiruvananthapuram's first-ever floating bridge was opened in the Papanasam Beach at Varkala, a major tourist hotspot in Southern Kerala.
Located around 53 km from Thiruvananthapuram and 8 km from Varkala, Kappil Beach and backwaters are famous destinations ideal for the travellers and picknickers.
Thiruvambady Beach is a calm and serene beach, adjacent to the North Cliff at Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram.
Sivagiri Mutt, the final resting place of the great saint and social reformer, Sree Narayana Guru is located in Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala.
Papanasham Beach in Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala is a popular tourist spot as well as a holy site.
Anjengo or Anjuthengu is a place of historical importance located near Varkala, a popular beach destination. Anjuthengu, according to the local folks, means a small area…
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 Janardh…
Edava beach near Varkala, a coastal town an hour from Kerala’s capital, Thiruvananthapuram, at the southwestern rim of India, would have been worth far more trouble to…
Full of rustic charm and serenity, Hariharapuram village is nestled near Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram district.
