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Varkala Beach

Papanasam Beach, | North Cliff, Varkala 695141, India
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Ranked #2 of 11 attractions in Varkala
Type: Beaches
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Birmingham, England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Nice clean beach, but you did get sand blasted by the wind. Very Indian at one end, so cover up, more touristy at the other end.

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Beautiful beach, only thing I was disappointed about were there weren't any sunbeds of umbrellas which made it impossible to sunbath as it was far to hot without at least an umbrella for shade.However there are plenty of places to sit ad have a drink whilst enjoying the view.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Lots of international people and met many from my country. Enjoyed it very much. Good water sports too.

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

What do you expect when you go to a beach? 1. Clean shore - Yes Near to white sand with not much plastic pollution and leftovers. Cleanly maintained 2. Mildly Populated and not over crowded - Yes For those who have been to Calngute in Goa & Juhu in Mumbai, you will find this heaven. Sparsely populated tourists who keep... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We arrived by train and tuktuk to stay at the Sea Pearl. We walked the beach and up to the clifftop area where overseas tourists seem to hang out. We were there at season's close but the place looked neat, clean and tidy. We ate at several restaurants - at one I had my worst meal in India. It wasn't... More

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Chandigarh, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

its a well maintained, beautiful cliff beach. there are a lots of cafes and restaurant on the cliff and some are really good. the best time to visit is sat evening, where you can enjoy the sunset and then then head to the cliff for some party and fun. some places are open late till 2 or 3 am on... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

In my experience, the best beach in India. Less crowds, laid back atmosphere, serene and beautiful. Enjoyed the bathing, the wonderful breeze and the food at Clafouti. Came back refreshed with memories to last a lifetime!

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

If you have the time, you must make a trip to Varkala Beach - about 60km from Trivandrum. The difference is that it has a cliff on one side and the beach looks refreshingly clean and uncrowded. The beach also offers plenty of staying options as well. For the religiously inclined, there are temples too, the Janardhanaswamy Temple being one... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

I've been to this place when I was studying in Kerala. I wish to visit once again with family in coming years. This has a cliff beach and well maintained. Hotels depending on your budget are easily available. College students can stay over a weekend in Bamboo houses on cliff top. Beach is safe and well maintained. There not much... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

The best beach of Kerala....what a beauty...just under the red and stunning north cliff...great to experience the Sunset from the cliff top...a must see destination in Kerala

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