A day trip to Varkala takes you along the picturesque coastal road to the spiritual and scenic pilgrimage center in the north of Kerala. The journey offers interesting stops along the way: an old fortress, an ashram, a temple with a venerable banyan tree and a lighthouse with a magnificent view of the Arabian Sea. The famous Papanasham beach awaits you at your destination – a sacred place where, according to tradition, sins are washed away by bathing in the sea water.
Varkala is not only known for its spiritual significance – with the 2000-year-old Janardana Swami temple and the Sivagiri Mutt, founded by the important reformer Sree Narayana Guru – but also for its spectacular laterite cliffs, which rise uniquely above the sea. Whether a stroll through the lively Tibet market, a relaxing stay on the beach or a moment of contemplation: Varkala combines nature, spirituality and culture in an impressive way.
THE EXPERIENCE:
Drive along the coast with stopovers (fort, ashram, lighthouse), visit to Papanasham beach, Janardana Swami temple and Sivagiri Mutt, walk along the northern cliffs with market, stores and views of the sea.
TRIP DURATION:
Full day
including travel time 120 min. (each way)
HOW TO BOOK:
Contact the Travel Assistant at reception. They will be able to give you detailed information and will make all the arrangements for you.
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