Kappil Beach: For
those who prefer Thoreau to Harold Robbins, the
secluded and relatively unexplored Kappil Beach
should prove idyllic. This sun-drenched beach is
a perfect getaway after a hectic tour of the nearby
Bekal Fort, some six kms away. Adventurous souls
can even ascend the nearby Kodi cliff to get a panoramic
view of the Arabian Sea. Remote and secluded, this
beach is fast becoming a major tourist attraction.
The kodi cliff nearby offers a panoramic view of
the arabian sea.
Dharmadam Island:
The small 5 acre island covered with coconut palms
and dense bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach.
Permission is required to enter this privately owned
island.
Kappad Beach: On
7th May 1498, Vasco da Gama landed at Kappad with
170 sailors revealing the gem called India to the
European world. This rock studded golden beach is
locally known as Kappakadavu and is 16 km from Kozhikode.
A sprawling rock protruding into the sea is a distinctive
feature of this beach. The temple that stands on
that monolith is said to be 800 years old. A heady
cocktail of history and beauty makes this beach
an unconventional beach resort. The stoic sand and
the waves exchange the story of a cobwebbed past
stagnating in the cellars of time.
Ezhimala Beach: The
beautiful beach here has a hillock nearby (286 m
high). Carved stone pillars and an ancient burial
chamber can be seen at the foot of the hills. The
hills are noted for rare medicinal herbs. A naval
academy is being developed here. Permission is required
for entry.
Thangasseri beach:
This beach is situated at a distance of about 5
kms from Kollam town. There are many historical
sites that you can explore while at the Thangasseri
Beach. You can see the ruins of an Old Portuguese
fort and churches built in the 18th century. One
of the major attractions is the Thangasseri Lighthouse,
open to all visitors. The Thangasseri beach is 3km
long and is 5km from Kollam.
The Thangasseri beach, is 3km long
and is 5km from Kollam. The Thangasseri Light house
was first used in 1902 and is 144 ft tall which
used to warn the seafarers about the dangerous reefs
in the Thangasseri coastline. It is open to the
public from 1530 to 1730. Thangasseri, once favoured
by the Portuguese, Dutch and the British has its
place in history due to the ruins of their old forts.
Other places of interest are the churches built
in the 18th century.
