Things to Do in Varkala
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Varkala Cliff
Varkala Cliff is the heart of the town. Lined with cafés, yoga studios, handicraft shops, and sea-facing guesthouses, it offers panoramic views of the...
Papanasam Beach
Papanasam Beach lies directly below the cliff and carries both spiritual and recreational significance. Pilgrims visit for ritual bathing, while trave...
Janardana Swamy Temple
Over 2,000 years old, Janardana Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple complex holds spiritual importance for local communities and attr...
Surfing the Arabian Sea Waves
Paddling out past the breaking waves at Varkala Beach is a completely exhilarating, grounding experience. The moment you push your board through the w...
Kayaking Through the Mangroves of Kappil Lake
Escaping the roaring ocean waves of the cliff and trading them for the glassy, silent backwaters of Kappil Lake is a profound shift in perspective. Th...
Exploring the Abandoned Anchuthengu (Anjengo) Fort
Navigating the narrow, palm-shaded coastal roads away from Varkala eventually leads you to the quiet, crumbling ruins of Anchuthengu Fort. Stepping th...
