Varkala Tours

Sivagiri Mutt is the samadhi (memorial) of Shri Narayana Guru, spiritual leader and social reformer of Kerala. A man much ahead of his times, he propagated the idea of one caste, one religion, and one God. His discourses were conducted mainly in and around Varkala. Located about 2.5 km from the town, on the banks of the Thiruvananthapuram-Shornur canal, Sivagiri Mutt is visited by thousands of Hindu pilgrims, annually.

Most people, who visit Sivagiri, also make it a point to go to Janardhana Swami Temple. This temple is situated close to Varkala's beach.

Ironically enough, much before Varkala became known, internationally, for its sandy stretch, the beach, named Papanasam, was already well known to pilgrims in Kerala. Considered an auspicious site, during the season of Karkkidakavavu, special pujas for invoking departed souls are conducted here. Varkala and its 3 km stretch of beach beckons the jaded and the travel weary.

The tourist destination of Varkala can be reached from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. Varkala is about an hour's drive from Thiruvananthapuram.

The nearest airport is the Thiruvananthapuram International airport, which is about 46 km from Varkala.

The Varkala railway station links the tourist destination of Varkala with other places like Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam.

Accommodation is easily available in Varkala. There are several hotels, beach resorts, motels and inns that offer facilities for a comfortable stay in Varkala. As per your budget you may take your pick from the luxury and economy accommodations available in Varkala.