Varkala Tourist Attractions, Tourist Attractions in Varkala

Tourist attractions in Varkala lie in its beautiful pristine beach and the idyllic landscape. the secluded beach, craggy rocks and the hint of undulating backwaters make it a fantastic vacation spot.

Travel.Mapsofindia underlines some of the important tourist attractions in Varkala:

Varkala Beaches: The silvery stretches of sands along the Arabian Sea offer a tranquil retreat of the beach lovers. The backdrop of rocky cliffs provides a perfect contrast to the lapping waves. Papanasam is one of the prominent beaches in Varkala. Absence of touristy crowd is an important feature in the beaches of Varkala. Sleep, swim or laze around - you are sure to have an uninterrupted leisure.

Janardhana Temple: Built sometime in 12th century, the Janardana Temple is another important tourist attraction in Varkala.

From the cliff top where most of the hotels and restaurants are located, the temple is a short walk away. The original temple, a Vishnu shrine, was destroyed by the tidal waves. Many years past, when a Pandyan king did penance to Lord Brahma, was instructed to rebuild the temple. Non-hindus are not allowed to enter the inner sanctum sanctorum.

Sivagiri Mautt: The headquarter of the Sree Narayana Dharma Sangham Trust, founded by Sree Narayana Guru is located just 3kms away from the Janardana Temple.

Varkala Tunnel: No description of the tourist attractions in Varkala is complete without the mention of Varkala Tunnel. The 924ft tunnel took nearly 14years to complete in 19th century. The tunnel was used for ferrying several type of goods.

Kappil Lake: At the outskirts of Varkala town, the lake gives way to the scenic world of the Kerala backwaters.

Apart from the above, Anjeno Fort, the Lighthouse also feature among the tourist attractions in Varkala.