Famous Kerala Beaches and Backwater Resorts

Kerala is a wonderland where tourists come from across the globe to enjoy pristine natural beauty. Beaches are among the famous attractions of Kerala. This land is blessed with sheer natural beauty and rich fauna and flora. Kerala beaches are world famous for their charm and beauty. Relax at the beaches, enjoy the staggering natural beauty and stay in wonderful resorts on your Kerala tour.

Some of the famous beaches of Kerala are:

Alappuzha Beach
It is a mesmerizing beach lined with swaying palm trees. The romantic ambiance of the beach offers a great experience to visitors. The beach boasts of a pier which is around 140 years old. Tourists can also enjoy adventure sports such as para sailing, swimming and surfing at this destination.

Varkala Beach
Offering peaceful and beautiful surroundings, this beach is the perfect place to spend some quality time with nature. The water of this beach is considered holy and it is said that taking a dip in the waters of this beach washes away one's sins. The mineral springs located near the beach are endowed with medicinal properties. Janardanaswamy Temple is a famous pilgrimage site located near the beach. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is around 3500 years old.

Kappad Beach
Attracting visitors from far and wide, this beach is a popular destination of Kerala. In the year 1498, Vasco da Gama, the world famous Portuguese sailor came to this beach. It is a beautiful beach where you can take a break from the drudgery of your daily life. You can also pamper yourself with blissful Ayurvedic massages at the Ayurvedic resorts near the beach.

Fort Kochi Beach
Boasting of the majestic fort, this beach is a mesmerizing destination. It is located only 12 km from Cochin. The fort reflects fine example of Indo-European architecture. Visitors can enjoy volley ball, swimming and sunbathing at the beach.

On your Kerala tour you can plan a stay at some of the most famous backwater resorts. Set amidst picturesque and beautiful environment, these Kerala backwater resorts serve as perfect accommodation options for rejuvenating holidays. Offering best of facilities and services they endeavour to make your holidays special. A variety of recreational facilities are also available at these resorts.

Some of the most famous Kerala Backwater Resorts are:

• Coconut Lagoon Kumarakom
• Kumarakom lake Resort
• Whispering Palms Lake
• Taj malabar Cochin
• Taj Residency Cochin
• Le Meridian Cochin
• Surya Samudra Kovalam
• Taj Garden Retreat Kumarakom
• Club Mahindra Munnar
• Sterling Resorts Munnar
• Kovalam Ashok Beach Resort