#Varkala Beach Tourist Places | Important Places to visit in Varkala Beach

Varkala Beach

Set amid a beautiful setting, about 10 km away from the calm and quite hamlet of Varkala, Varkala Beach is a beautiful beach renowned for its solitude unlike other commercial beaches of Goa. Varkala Beach also known as the Papanasam Beach meaning ‘Destroyer of Sins’, is unlike any other beach in the area with impeccable beauty. Divided into two parts, the southern area of the beach lying at the end of the road leading from Janardhana Swamy Temple regarded as scared by Hindus. However, if you are a tourist, the north part of the beach right at the bottom of the cliff is worth going renowned for its natural mineral spring. One can easily spot Dolphins all along the Varkala coast line. Also if you are a seafood lover, then the place is a paradise for you. The eating joints nearby offer some of the India’s best moth watering and affordable food.

Sivagiri Mutt Varkala

Located at Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala is the one of the popular ashrams of Shri Narayana Guru, Sivagiri Mutt. This ashram celebrates Guru Deva Jayanti (in August) and the Guru Deva Samadhi (in September) every year. Sree Narayana Guru (1855-1928), a saint, social reformer, philosopher and a leader of Ezhava community, made Varkala his headquarters. Sivagiri mutt, instituted by Sree Narayana Guru, is another major pilgrim centre here. The ‘Sivagiri Pilgrimage’ is usually conducted between 30th December and 1st January every year. Even decades after the Guru breathed his last breathe here in 1928; his Samadhi (resting place) continues to be thronged by thousands of pilgrims. The Sivagiri Mutt is also the headquarters of the Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Sangham, a religious organization established by the Guru to propagate his concept of ‘One Caste, One Religion, One God’.

Edava Beach Varkala

Untouched and unspoilt by tourist activities, the Edava beaches are the virgin stretches circling a blue lagoon where sea and backwaters run parallel divided by a more-than-one km of straight road. There is also an estuary that connects the sea with the backwaters here.

Thiruvambadi Beach Varkala

Lying 1 km off Thiruvamdabi road, this black sand beach adjacent to the North cliff is an ideal picnic spot amidst lush coconut groves to relax and unwind.

Anjengo Fort Varkala

Anjengo Fort, situated 12 km off Varkala at Anjengo, is believed to have been built in 17th century. Presently the fort is protected by the National Heritage monuments. The cemetery in the fort shelters the deceased occupants of the fort. The popular Muthalapuzhi Lake is situated very close to the Fort. Autos or cabs can be taken to reach the fort.

Janardhanaswamy Temple Varkala

Located in Varkala, Janardhanaswamy Temple is 25 km to the north of Thiruvananthapuram. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the Arattu festival celebrated here every year is attended by thousands of devotees. It is an ancient temple dating back to 2000 years. Varkala has been a Hindu pilgrimage site since the 12th Century. The Janardhana Temple was built during this period and many Hindus still visit the place till day, for this very reason. The Varkala sands have become an ideal spot for confluence of various cultures. Varkala also houses a leading pilgrim centre in Kerala. The temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Hanuman, atop the hill has brought a sobriquet for the region, Southern Kasi (Benares).

Varkala Tunnel

Varkala Tunnel is a popular tourist highlight. It was a 924 ft long tunnel built in 1867 by Sir T. Madhava Rao the dewan of Travancore, and took 14 years to complete. Varkala Lighthouse is another tourist highlight in the vicinity.

Ponnumthuruthu Varkala

Ponnumthuruthu, also known as Golden Island is located 20 km from Varkala. It is popular for its 100 year old Shiva Parvathi temple situated amidst thick coconut groves stretched over the sandy beaches. Boats from Nedunganda can be taken through a 30 minute backwater ride to Ponnumthuruthu which offers a perfect getaway from the bustle of city life.

Homestays, Hotes & Resorts in Varkala Beach

Budget Homestays

Vibes Beach House Varkala

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The Village Varkala

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Tamarind villa Varkala

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Royal Kazbay Beach Resort Varkala

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Point Break Surf & Stay Varkala

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Palm Tree Natural Bungalow Varkala

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Palm Tree Heritage Varkala

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New Heaven Beach Resort Varkala

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Miracle by the Bay Varkala

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Mint Inside Beach Hotel Varkala

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Mektoub Beach Retreat Varkala

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Madhav Mansion Beach Resort Varkala

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Kerala Cottage Beach Resort Varkala

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Coconut Cove Varkala

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Bay Cliff Cottages Varkala

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Ashokam Resort Varkala

Tariff - Rs.4240 to Rs.4540 ★★★

La Exotica Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1900 to Rs.2900 ★★★★

Palm Bay Beach Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.2000 to Rs.2300 ★★★

Raaga Sagaram Home Stay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1500 to Rs.2500 ★★★★

Sahasrara Ayurvedic Villa Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1500 to Rs.3250 ★★★★★

Kaithakuzhi Home Stay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.850 to Rs.1350 ★★★★

Kaiya Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.2000 to Rs.2500 ★★★★★

Raj Palace Homestay Varkala

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Om Villa Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1300 to Rs.2250 ★★★

Gumnut Beach Homestay Varkala

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Shiva Garden Home Stays & Apartments Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1100 to Rs.1600 ★★★★★

Deluxe Homestays

Silent Villas Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.1500 to Rs.3200 ★★★★★

Once Upon A Time Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.2000 to Rs.3000 ★★★

Highland Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.3833 to Rs.4083 ★★★★

Premium Homestays

Privasea Homestay Varkala

Tariff - Rs.3300 to Rs.6000 ★★★★