Kovalam art gallery

Kovalam art gallery

The Unique Experience

The art gallery at Kovalam calls out to all the connoisseurs of art to visit it and get enamored with the ancient Indian paintings, sculptures, and the artworks of world-renowned artists that are housed like a treasure here. The gallery has preserved many artefacts and ancient paintings that take visitors to the bygone era when India was known as ‘Sone ki Chidiya’, or the golden bird. It is also a great spot for sightseeing. 

About Kovalam Art Gallery

If you’re planning a visit to Hawah Beach, then you mustn’t miss a chance to see the treasure trove of artistic creations at this gallery. Art connoisseurs and painters would find themselves lost for words when they come across the famous paintings by artists like Raja Ravi Varma and Svetlova. Also housed inside the gallery are ancient Indian fresco paintings that are showcased here. Looking at these paintings and other artistic works will enrich your knowledge about ancient Indian culture. Even the works of modern-day artists from Kerala are showcased here. Many foreign tourists make a rush to reach this gallery every year, and because of so many reasons, there is no hesitation to call this art gallery one of the topmost places to visit in Trivandrum. 

More About the Place

Considered the holy grail for artists, this gallery is a jewel of Kovalam and is a Mecca where one can find displays dating back to the Mughals as well as the Rajputs. Some other rare works originate from Tibet, China, and some from Japan. Many artworks relating to ancient history are also showcased here. Meant not only for adults, it is a perfect place to take your children around, and show them the ancient artistic works of great artists. Doing this will motivate kids to understand the richness of their culture and also inspire the artist in them. So, if you are planning to go for the Trivandrum tour packages, just have a try to visit this beautiful place also.

What else?

If you are coming here for the first time, and are in need of information, do visit the Kerala Tourism Department, or any local travel agency to book a guide. It would take a minimum of one hour to see the gallery. After the tour of the gallery is over, you can take a long walk on the Hawah Beach. Watching the sunset from here is extraordinary. 

How to Reach

Distance in kilometers from - Trivandrum Central railway station - about 15 kilometers from Kovalam