Kovalam, Kerala

Pulling in the nets
Originally uploaded by sallylondon.

Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the South". The beach is just 10 miles from Trivandrum, the capital of the state of Kerala. Kovalam is one of the best beaches in India, picturesque, evergreen, surrounded with coconut trees and very safe during the toughest weather.

The Ayurvedic massage of Kovalam is very popular. The Kovalam beach offers fresh seafood and good accomodation.