Tucked in the South Indian state of Kerala, Kovalam is small town which is popular for its beaches. Kovalam which had once earned fame for its fishing village and also for a favorite haunt for the hippies, with time has transformed into one of the popular beach destinations of the state of Kerala. The three beaches Lighthouse Beach, Ashoka Beach and Hawa Beach form the crescent shape of the Kovalam Beach. White sands, crystal clear turquoise water of the Arabian Sea, palm trees add to the beauty of the beach town Kovalam. Owing to its importance as popular tourist destination of Kerala, this place is dotted with several tourist attractions. The different tourist attractions in Kovalam draw tourist from the different parts of the world throughout the year.

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This southernmost Lighthouse Beach has remained a favorite place for holidaying since the year 1930 especially for the Europeans. The azure blue water coupled with the soft breeze and palm trees make a perfect holiday. The lighthouse of the beach offers a magnificent view of its surrounding to the tourists.

 

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Crowded with plenty of shops, Hawa Beach is also a favorite tourist place in Kovalam. The beach is an extended part of the Lighthouse Beach.

 

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Located close to the Veli Hills, Padmanabhapuram Palace is a remarkable example of woodwork of the architecture of Kerala. The residential address of the rulers of Travancore, this palace is frequented by locals and foreigners alike.

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Considered as a principal pilgrimage center for the Hindus, the array of handicraft shops of this beach is popular among the tourists and locals alike.

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The official address of the State of Travancore rulers, Koyikkal Palace was built during the 15th century. Presently this popular tourist attraction of Kovalam houses a Numismatic Museum as well as a Folklore Museum.

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This freshwater lake is located 7 km from the beach town of Kovalam. One of the most interesting facts of this lake which attracts tourists is that a road runs across the lake. This lake is famous for hosting the grand boat race which is witnessed by a huge number of people.

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A perfect place for watching sunset, some of the important places of interest of Sankhmugham Beach includes ‘Matsya Kanya’, which is a 35m mermaid sculpture.

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Erstwhile residence of Maharaja Sree Chitra Thirunal Bala Rama Varma, it is the most visited tourist attraction in Kovalam. However, access to this palace is forbidden by the public. Tourists enjoy the breathtaking view of this ancient structure from the entrance gate.

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