Varkala is located at about
50 km from the capital city Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Besides
a popular beach resort, the place is also famous as an important
pilgrimage center of Hindus. The Varkala Beach is famous as
the Papanasam (sins washer) Beach among the tourists as there
is a general belief that bathing here washes all the sins away.
Janardana Swamy Temple, a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord
Vishnu and believed to be more than 2000 years old, is one of
the prime attractions for the tourists visiting Varkala. Varkala
is also famous as the 'Southern Kashi' among people.
The pristine beaches of Varkala make an ideal setting for
sunbathing to get you a lovely copper tan. If you are looking
for a calm and serene holiday destination then Varkala beach
offers you a perfect choice.
There
are several natural springs in Varkala emerging from the high
cliffs here. These springs are rich in mineral waters and
believed to possess medicinal properties. Many people visit
Varkala to drink and bath in the mineral water of the springs.
The main tourist activities here include swimming in the cool
waters of the sea or sunbath to acquire a lovely copper tan.
There is also a Nature Cure Center located near Varkala Beach.
The rejuvenating treatments available at the Nature Cure help
you relax and rejuvenate your body.
Besides
a popular beach resort, the place is also famous as an important
pilgrimage center of Hindus. The Varkala Beach is famous as
the Papanasam (sins washer) Beach among the tourists as there
is a general belief that bathing here washes all the sins away.
Janardana Swamy Temple, a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord
Vishnu and believed to be more than 2000 years old, is one of
the prime attractions for the tourists visiting Varkala. Varkala
is also famous as the 'Southern Kashi' among people.
There
are several natural springs in Varkala emerging from the high
cliffs here. These springs are rich in mineral waters and
believed to possess medicinal properties. Many people visit
Varkala to drink and bath in the mineral water of the springs.
The main tourist activities here include swimming in the cool
waters of the sea or sunbath to acquire a lovely copper tan.
There is also a Nature Cure Center located near Varkala Beach.
The rejuvenating treatments available at the Nature Cure help
you relax and rejuvenate your body. 
