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Varkala Beach

trivandrum,kerala
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About Varkala Beach
Varkala Beach, also known as Papanasham Beach is a beach in Varkala municipality of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, along the Arabian Sea, part of the Indian Ocean. The word Papanasham means wash away sins. It is believed that a dip in the waters of Papanasham Beach washes away all the sins in one's life. Varkala beach is the only place in southern Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea.These cliffs are of tertiary sedimentary formation, and named by geologists as Varkala Formation. They are a geological monument as recorded by the Geological Survey of India. Water spouts and spas are on the sides of these cliffs. Sivagiri Mutt is another attraction, located atop the Sivagiri hill. Varkala railway station is known by the name of Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station. Varkala beach has adventure and leisure activities such as boat riding, parasailing, jetting and horse-riding. There are also restaurants and cafes; alcohol is not served.
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How to reach Varkala Beach?

Varkala Beach is located in trivandrum,kerala

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Kollam
to Varkala Beach distance		21.8 km
Thiruvananthapuram
to Varkala Beach distance		37.9 km
Alleppey
to Varkala Beach distance		94.5 km
Nāgercoil
to Varkala Beach distance		100.7 km
Tirunelveli
to Varkala Beach distance		107.2 km
Cochin
to Varkala Beach distance		143.5 km
Teni
to Varkala Beach distance		166.3 km
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  • Where is Varkala Beach located?
    Varkala Beach is located in trivandrum kerala.
  • What are the opening hours of Varkala Beach?
    The open hours vary based on time to time basis. General open hours are displayed under Top Attractions section at the top of this page. Please contact with your travel dates for the most accurate and up-to-date information on Varkala Beach's open hours.
  • What is the best time to visit Varkala Beach?
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  • How can I visit Varkala Beach?
    You can plan to visit along our self-guided group trip based on the available fixed departures listed under Visit & Accomodation section at the top, at a minimal cost. Alternatively, you can choose your specific dates to get the approximate cost and trip plan from Joingo.
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