So, that's what you can take yourself on vacation in Kovalam.
Beach rest
First thing about it. The beach of the resort is divided into lagoon, each with its own characteristics. Which beaches to choose - decide for yourself! In any case, you can relax everywhere - the entrance is not prohibited. So, the coastal band of Kovalam divides on the part ("this" and "one side", as local) rocks are expressed. In the part that closer to the trivandrum is Samuesto Beach and Lila Beach. Another side (closer to Canyacumari) is Hawa Beach (Hawa Beach) and Lighthouse Beach. Lila Beach (or Ashok Beach) is sometimes called just "Kovalam Beach". There (sort of like) No hotels and no restaurants and cafes - only the mosque and stalls with saint. We can say that this beach is "transit" between more popular among tourists and well-keeled Samudra Beach and Lighthouse Beach.Samudra Beach Effective view from other beaches of the city. Lila, Khava and Lighthouse are lagoon, and Samudra Beach is a narrow long and straight endless sandy ridge with paid sun beds and infrastructure (several restaurants and cafes, but without a special fuss and fun, like on Hava and Lighthouse) at one end and A wild virgin beach further. If you want a calm quiet holiday - you have on this beach. But remember that the seabed near the shores of Samouchi is quite cool, the depth comes quickly.
Hawa Beach - Excellent option for rest. Yes, when you approach him, notice the crowd of tourists, heaps of Tuk-Tuki and a taxi. But let it not frighten you: the beach is pretty, and the part that closer to the lighthouse and the beach Lighthouse and is at all cool. As usual, sun beds and umbrellas there are paid, and, by the way, it is more profitable to rent them for a whole day (because for an hour, for example, costs somewhere 150 rupees, plus the next hour is another 100 rupees, and for the whole day - about 300 rupees. Logic!). The bottom on Hava Beach is quite a hollow, almost without sharp breaks.Well, finally, Lighthouse Beach . This option is most like tourists, and perhaps this is the most preferred beach in Kovalam. There is plenty of hotels, and in general, there is somehow more comfortable than on Hawa Beach (you can argue with me), and waves in part closer to the lesson lesson. Conditions about umbrellas and sun beds the same - everything is paid. But the accommodation here can be found very inexpensive. True, it is not a fact that it will be on the first line, but still. But infrastructure is beautiful - many exchangers, restaurants and shops.
Sea Aquarium Wizhintjam
This aquarium is south of Lighthouse Beach, on Vizhinjam Harbor RD, not far from the port. A great place to face marine inhabitants and fish. Aquarium, though small, but clean and well-groomed, with good parking and clean bathroom. We can say that there is no special crowd of tourists - and this is a big plus. You can get on the bus, for example. Of course, if you compare with aquariums in other cities and countries (for example, in Singapore), this one will remain aside, but still the place is worthwhile, especially if you arrived with children.
Walking on boats on Lake Vellaiyani
Local call it lake Vellayani Kayal. This is the largest freshwater lake in the trivandrum area. It is approximately 3-4 kilometers from Kowal Beach, and in two places they cross the narrow roads. You can get, for example, by bike or bike. This lake attracts many tourists. They come here to simply admire calm waters that cover thousands of lotus leaves (it seems that they are drawn to the horizon itself). On the shores, photographers are experimenting - frames are obtained impressive. Herons and kingfisher walk on the shallow water. If you arrive early in the morning, you can buy local fishermen Freshly detected fish at very low prices. You can rent a boat at quite an adequate price and ride around the waters of the lake.Spa salons and Ayurvedic centers
Spa salons in Kowalame a bunch. And at hotels, and separately. Visit the massage session is required! One of the most popular centers - "Bodhi Dharma Wellness Center" which is located on Beach Road, next to Bakers Resort Kovalam. It is very simple to find it, especially since it is located near the majority of hotels.
If you want to know what Ayurvedic massage is, then, of course, this place can be recommended. And it would be nice if you got into my hands to the master by name Vinai (Vinay). Massage is great (prices, in principle, adequate), plus you can call the center, and you will be taken from the hotel for free. Massage rooms are clean and neat, with modern furniture and equipment. Another good center - Ayurveda Panchakarma Center With the hotel Pappukutty Beach Resort on Lighthouse Beach. Dr. George and his team are very attentive, professional, and prices are available compared to other places. There, maybe not perfectly clean, but the service is excellent. "Dhanvantari Ayurveda Clinic" Located at the Temple of Avaruthura Devi, between Hawa Beach and Layhaus Beach. First, you will talk to Dr. Lakshmi about your health problems, and then you will appoint a Panchakarma course - therapeutic procedures are quite simple, but extremely effective. That's exactly these long-term courses - just excellent! Those who tried such treatment elsewhere in India assure that this place is one of the best. So, if there are some kind of health problems or just want a rest, you go there.
Yoga
Where, as not in India, know what yoga is and what it is eaten with. And maybe to improve your already obtained knowledge of yoga. In Kovalam there are several yoga centers. One of the most popular - "Yogadarshan" Located on Lighthouse Beach, on the terrace of the Hotel Hawah Beach Resort. This is a wonderful yoga studio, which is administered by Ajai Kumara, friendly and ever-smiling young yoga teacher.
Here we are glad and beginners, and those who are already meaningful in yoga. The teacher corrects during classes, but does not make it impossible if it does not work. Professional his business. Yes, and the studio is beautiful: open-air space with a beautiful view of the sea. During classes, you listen to the waves of the surf and admire the sunsets in the afternoon. Another good center - "ELEPHANT YOGA CENTR" Little Elephant Beach Resort at Lighthouse Beach.