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Travel to KOVALAM - Kovalam is located 10km south from the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram. Beaches here are ideal for kayaking, swimming, deep sea fishing, watersports, catamaran cruising, surfing and water-skiing. It is a dream place for tourists and is evergreen and pleasant, tropical beach resort. It consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. It is also known as the 'Paradise of the South'. Ayurvedic massage parlours, yoga centers and water sports facilities make Kovalam a popular haven for tourists from all across the globe. |
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KOVALAM AT A GLANCE |
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FACTS & FIGURES : |
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Altitude |
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STD Code |
0422 |
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Language |
Malayalam, English, Hindi, Tamil |
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Rainfall |
170 cm |
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HOW TO REACH : |
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By RAIL : Nearest Rail head is at Thiruvananthapuram, 16km from Kovalam.
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By ROAD : Kovalam can be reached by direct and regular bus services from Thiruvananthapuram and other major cities of Kerala. |
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BY AIR : Nearest Airport is Thiruvananthapuram, 16 km from Kovalam. |
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SHOPPING : |
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Exquisite handicrafts (kashmiri, bengali, tamil), souvenirs, trinkets jewellery and cloth shops are spread along the waterfront. Statues made of teak and Rose wood are quiet famous here. Bags of spices can be bought at a very cheap prices. |
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