Kerala is a state which is rich in its culture owing to its cosmic temples and its stunning nature. Reasons why you should visit Kerala which is known for its Malabar coast which has nearly 600 km of Arabian sea shoreline and also known for its palm lined beaches , backwaters and lush green forests .
People who visits kerala fallacies that kerala is only famous for alappuzha ,Munnar, Kochi and Trivandrum but Kerala has another gem called varkala which is located near to Trivandrum city which is around 39 km . Varkala is a beautiful coastal town with calm beaches and cosmic temples .
Here are the top 5 reasons Why you should visit varkala?
1. Cliff beaches in varkala
Varkala is the only place in India where you can find the highest cliff beaches . you can immerse yourself in the serene beauty of its cliff beaches with white sands and less crowded . If you love surfing then the reddish-brown varkala cliff is the perfect place where you could fall in love instantly with varkala . here are the some must visit beaches in varkala : Varkala beach , kapil beach , edava beach and finally don’t miss sunset at odayam beach the serene will blow your mind.
2. Water based adventures
Varkala has several tourist attractions like numerous water based adventures . Some popular resorts provide services like paragliding , surfing , kayaking , paddling boats and jet skiing. These activities will blow your mind . this memories will have special place in your life
Imagine yourself flying over the beautiful cliffs of Varkala and enjoying hippie vibes in the sky . If you’re looking for these activities then give a try to shiva kayaking. It is a popular trip planner provider for water sports .
3. Janardhana swamy temple
Janardhana temple is also known as varkala temple . varkala is also known as banaras of south india because varkala is rich in religious activities and tradition . This temple is 2000 years old and it is located near the top of a small hill near papanasam beach . There you should climb stairs and it will be a perfect offbeat experience for those who love history and culture . only hindus are allowed in the temple and non hindus are not allowed inside the temple . non hindus can wander around the ground .
4. History and culture of varkala
Varkala is the land of temples in kerala . Varkala is rich in its history and culture . Once in a lifetime you should visit temples in varkala such as janardhana temple in sivagiri mutt and shiva parvathi temple . don’t miss anjengo fort which represents the history of varkala which is around 9 km away from varkala town . Varkala is also famous for ayurvedic treatments, meditation and yoga .
5. Food at varkala
Varkala is famous for its seafood. It offers a wide range of fresh seafood such as prawn masala , crab roast , fish curry and squid fry . These dishes are good in taste .Varkala offers aesthetic cafes such as nomad cafe in north cliff varkala , abba restaurant , coffee temple and cafe del mar . Everyone should get in love with these cafe’s having authentic Kerala food.
