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Varkala is a beach resort, as well as a vital Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High precipices with loaded mineral springs rise regally from the coastline.
The 2000 year old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Centre are the two main charismas here. Elevated rock faces perimeter this admirable beach.
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This gorgeous beach has a more than 2000 years old shrine of Lord Vishnu. Varkala beach is rich in mineral water springs that are known for their therapeutic value. A dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach is assumed to cleanse the body and the spirit of all the sins hence the name 'Papanashini' for this coast.
Varkala town is a little away from the beach. In addition to the main beach, there are numerous smaller beaches further north with black volcanic sand.
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Taj Garden Retreat isolated 3 km from Varkala railway station and 51 km from Trivandrum airport. The hotel has 30 rooms perched atop a terraced cliff and some of these offer stunning views of the coastline
Varkala, a small seaside town in Kerala, has been a Hindu pilgrimage site since the 12th Century. To this day, the eight-hundred year old Janardhanaswamy Temple remains a popular pilgrimage spot. Varkala is also blessed with an un-spoilt, golden beach, lapped by the waters of the Indian Ocean.
Temperature : Summer Max: 35 deg cel; Winter Min: 15 deg cel Rainfall : 310 cm Main Occupation : Trading, Fishing
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Hill View Beach Resort is a family run hotel beautifully located on top of the spectacular and unique red cliff on the seashore with magnificent views, offering comfortable, clean, quiet rooms and independent cottages, nicely situated in a tropical garden setting with small pond.
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