Beaches in Kerala

Kerala is also famous as one of the best beach destinations. Kerala beaches are a beautiful stretches of white sand with swaying palm trees on one side and rippling waves on the other side. On a trip through Kerala beaches one have fun and enjoyment. We can relax on the golden sands, sprawl in the shades of palm trees, have tender coconut water and have an ayurvedic masseur. Hold a seashell against your ears and hear magical sea sounds. In short our blues will take away by the blues of sky and water together and we will be completely rejuvenated by a beach tour in Kerala.

Amongst the beaches of Kerala you may choose from the romantic beaches of Kerala, family beaches of Kerala, water sports beaches of Kerala, exotic beaches of Kerala, entertainment beaches of Kerala, tropical beaches of Kerala, honeymoon special beaches of Kerala, Ayurveda special beaches of Kerala and yoga special beaches of Kerala.

Allapuzha is one of the most fascinating districts of Kerala also known as “Venice of The East”. It is famous for a multitude of things and Alappuzha beach is a popular tourist spot in Alleppey (Alapuzha) district. There are many lagoons, lakes, fresh water rivers etc which makes Alapuzha blessed with nature’s green beauties. Its famous backwater Houseboats and Boat races attracts thousands of tourists every year. The famous boat race “Nehru Trophy Vallam Kali” is held in Alleppy in honour of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is also in Alleppey. It is really a natural wonderland of Kerala.

The Alleppey beach is amazing with dense palm groves at one end. It has a long sandy beach and also Vijaya Park near it for entertainment and enjoyment. It consists of picnic spot with children’s park and boating facilities. Old light house is also nearby. A 140 years old pier (wharf/ jetty) which extends int. the sea is also here. Altogether the trip to Alleppey beach will be a memorable one.

Now Allapuzha is an important Backwater Tourist Centre, attracting several thousands of foreign tourists each year. Alappuzha is also famous for its Boat races, Houseboat Holidays, Beaches, Marine Products and Coir Industry.

Bekel beach, beautiful sandy beach located at a distance of 14 km from Kasargode is really worth seeing. The serene atmosphere, the enthralling rhythm of waves as they roll up makes bakel beach calm and heavenly one. It is located near Bakel Fort, one of the historic forts of Kearla which is well maintained. It extends about 35 acres and occupies a commanding position on the peninsula. The view from the Bekal Fort of the green palms, the white sand, the blue sea and the rolling waves is truly breathtaking. The nearest airport to Bekal Beach is Mangalore in Karnataka, India, which is 50 Km away. Kasargod is connected by rail and road to the rest of Kerala. The best time of year to visit Bekal Beach is from August to March.

Beypore is one of the prominent ports and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala. It is located at the mouth of Chaliyar River. It was an important trade and maritime center for merchants from Western Asia. It was earlier famous for the Ship Building industry. Beypore was famous for the construction of Uru, the traditional Arabian trading vessel. Beypore also has a magnificent bridge built entirely of stone. The bridge is made by huge stones piled together to make a pathway into the sea for nearly 2 km.