About Kovalam

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A former fishing village and today the "Paradise of the South", Kovalam is about 16 Kms away from Thiruvananthapuram. Brought to the public eye by the Maharaja of Travancore, it is a natural bay free from high waves and surges. Kovalam has three successive crescent shaped beaches and Ayurvedic massage and yoga centers, water sports facilities and a host of cultural programs make this place a popular tourist haven for visitors from around the globe.

Best Time to Visit:  October to February.

Climate:  Kovalam experiences Tropical climate and is generally dry. There is abundant rainfall during the two monsoon periods.

Main Languages:  Malayalam, English, Hindi and Tamil.

Temperature:  Summer - Max : 36.2. Min : 20.6.
Winter - Max : 35.0. Min : 18.0.