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Varkala Cliff

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Beach
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 24:00 Hours
  • Entry Fee : None
  • Distance from near by city 2.6 KMs from Varkala
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)1 to 2 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

Tourists can find the famous coastal numerous prehistoric rock formations in Varkala Cliff. Varkala has succeeded recently and is rapidly advancing up the popularity scale. Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is roughly 40 kilometers from the tranquil town. The beauty of the place makes it worth visiting among the Places to visit in Varkala. 
    
There are some impressive rock formations there, as well as slopes, warm beaches, unexplored remains, forts, isolated lighthouses, and tranquil lakes. Varkala Cliff is notable for seeming like a spectacular horizon merging with the Arabian Sea. The Geological Survey of India also refers to the cliffs as part of the Varkala Formation.

The cliffs have also been given the name "Warkallai Formation" by the Indian Geological Survey, and UNESCO has designated them as a prospective Geopark. However, the Varkala cliff is the first geopark in India. There are 90 parks in all. The Geological Survey of India is considering designating it as a National Geological Monument, and proposals for its preservation include erecting a barrier that runs the entire length of the cliff. Additionally, all mining and quarrying in this area must cease, and the area must be a litter-free zone.

Another reason to visit this place is these lovely Ayurvedic spas. Generally speaking, the ten-day Arattu holy bath festival occurs throughout March and April. Local people celebrate this event on the grounds of the venerable Janardhana Swamy temple. Varkala is a place that leaves you breathless since it is so breathtakingly gorgeous that it is hard to describe. Travelers can also include some water sports in their Varkala tour package.

The best time to visit Varkala Cliff

The best time to visit Varkala is during the winter. The area is perpetually humid, but the winters are very comfortable thanks to a quiet wind and reduced heat.

Beginning in October, the only months in which the mercuric scale varies within a tolerable temperature range are the following ones: November, December, January, and February. Due to the intense rain, monsoon is not generally regarded as the best time to visit Varkala. However, there is a considerable discount on the prices because it is the off-season for tourism. You can use the area effectively during the monsoon if you keep an eye on the weather prediction.

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9 places to visit & things to do in Varkala

Chilakoor Beach
Edava Beach
Kappil Beach Lake
Kilimanoor Palace
Odayam Beach
Papanasam Beach
Sarkara Devi Temple
Sivagiri Mutt
Sri Janardanaswamy Temple