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Beach Holidays
For soothing your mind
 The entire 900-km length of the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms that definitely merit a visit in every tourist itinerary. Touring the beach sites of Kerala can make any beach holiday a delightful one, as Kerala's beaches are renowned for the gentle surf and blue waters. You could find a range of accommodation facilities from star categories to small boutique and Ayurvedic resorts , at the beach destinations. Beach travel has never before been so exciting!
Following are some prominent beaches of Kerala
 Kovalam Beach - small village along the shoreline, fabulous beaches, most popular is the Lighthouse Beach, the northern most Samudra beach, least affected.
- Marari Beach - one of the local fishing villages, completely new to the holidaymaker, endless miles of superb sand beaches backed by swaying palms, virgin territory, local charm and traditional Kerala
- Alappuzha Beach - a popular hangout and relaxation spot, around 140 years old pier that extends in to the sea, lagoons, vast lakes and numerous fresh water rivers, Alappuzha is a natural wonderland.
- Varkala Beach - the most popular beach resorts in Kerala, mineral water springs with medicinal properties, also an important Hindu pilgrimage centre.
- Fort Kochi Beach - historic fort, leisurely walk through the lanes of the city to learn about eventful colonial history and European regimes who ruled it.
- Muzhappilangad Beach - one of the longest beaches in Kerala, also the only drive-in beach in India.
- Beypore Beach - prominent ports and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala, also known for its ancient ship building industry.
- Kappad Beach in Kerala - Vasco da Gama landed on its shores on 27th May 1498 with 170 men in three vessels. A pillar with inscription "Vasco Da Gama landed here, Kappakkadavau in the year 1498" stands on the beach. The beach here is very calm with a stretch of rocks projecting into the sea.
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