Varkala or Varakala lies on the coast, some 50 kms from Trivandrum. It is popular seaside destinations in Kerala state.
I went to Varkala by train, paying just 35 rupees for one hour journey in 2nd class. Station is located 2 kms from the cliff. Once on the cliff you will enjoy edge path with the views and long line of little shops and restaurants. Many westerners is coming here, as the place has the stmosphere:
There are numerous paths going down to the beach. The beach is flat and wide. Sorry, only few palms under the cliff. Waves were high today so few people decided to swim. The guards care about the safety.
I was walking on the sand to the southern end of the wide beach where they have water sports facility. But it is possible to walk further south. The beach is more narrow there and has no facilities – it is more “wild” – an interesting goal for nature lovers. Take a lot of water with you!
I returned to Trivandrum just before tropical storm. But it was great day!