Skip to main content

Poovar

                                 

                                   

                   Poovar is a small coastal village in the Trivandrum district of Kerala state, South India. This village is almost at the southern tip of Trivandrum and there is only one last village Pozhiyoor which mark the end of kerala. This village has a beautiful beach which attracts tourists. There are also some good tourist resorts.

                Poovar lies very close to Vizhinjam, a natural harbor. Poovar has an estuary which connects with the sea during high tides. The 56 km Neyyar River passes through Neyyattinkara taluk into the Arabian Sea near Poovar. Its natural beauty enables it to be a quiet tourist spot.

                Poovar was a trading center of timber, sandalwood, ivory and spices. It is believed that the ships of King Solomon landed here. Poovar has been one of the ancient Muslim settlements along the western coast of India.The Central Mosque here is believed to been built by Malik ibn Dinar and his missionary team, more than 1,400 years ago.

                Nearest Airport : Trivandrum International Airport - 30 km, Nearest Railway Station : Trivandrum Central -30 km, Nemom - 20 km, Neyyattinkara - 10 km Nearest Harbor : Vizhinjam - 14 km




                Poovar in Trivandrum is unspoilt and unseen. From the beautiful backwaters to the sandy beach and the sea, Poovar offers the best of everything you could ask for on your holiday! Originally a fishing village, Poovar can be reached only through water. The beach is clean and beautiful however, there are no water sports or beach leisure activities in Poovar because of the fishing activities.

                There are many convenient accommodation options in this island including resorts, home stays and lodges to suit your needs and budget.  Poovar vacation tours offer exceptional choices that ensure both fun and adventure. Set out on a cruise to one of the islands, learn about the martial arts of Kerala in one of the villages of  Poovar, well known for its legacy in martial arts or enjoy a slow canoe ride through the wonderful maze of backwaters and lagoon to  enjoy the beauty of rustic life upclose! Options are all yours while you are in Poovar.

                Poovar was a trading post during the reign of King Solomon where ships that carried timber, sandal wood and ivory landed. There are many ancient monuments and religious places in Poovar even today. The Central Mosque, which is thought to have built by Malik ibn Dinar around 1400 years ago is a popular tourist attraction in Poovar

.

                The unexplored beauty and the intriguing charm of Poovar, makes a favorite honey moon destination as well.  Poovar is bestowed with more than its fair share of attractions considering its extremely small size.

              
         
                  The splendor of this little island is considerably enhanced by the elaborate networks of water bodies including estuaries, lakes, canals and rivers that run along the length and breadth of this island. On a high tide day, the island gets closer to the sea through the swollen estuary. It is the best possible destination to experience the mood changes of nature and the rhythm and harmony of nature.

Watch video on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccfP5_F381Q

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Moolamattom

                                           Teak plantation,  Elappally  waterfalls, Thriveni Sangamam, Hanging bridge are the scenic attractions of Moolamattom . Thumpichi St. Thomas mount, Nadukani, Malankara Dam, Kudayathur Mala, Vayanakavu Temple and Ilaveezhapoonchira are the nearby attractions. Idukki Dam, the world's second and Asia’s first arch dam, is 43 kilometers away from Moolamattom. Nowadays there are several Malayalam and other language films shot at Moolamattom and near by places,  Rasathanthram ,  Drishyam , Papanasam  are some of them.                                                     Moolamattom  is the headquarters of  Arakulam  Panchayath in  Thodupuzha  Taluk,  Idukki district  in  Kerala , India. It lies 22 km from Thodupuzha, picturesque place on the banks of the Thodupuzha River. A lot of south Indian language movies are filmed here. Also the place is famous as the site of Moolamattom Power Station, the biggest underground Hydro-electric power statio
Post a Comment
Read more

Thiruvambady beach

                                               Thiruvambady beach near Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram district is among the most beloved secluded getaways for many residents of the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram. Lying right next to the North Cliff, Thiruvambady or the Black Sand Beach is the perfect setting for those who wish to enjoy serene surroundings. There are no disturbances here, and the gentle tides and occasional friendly local will help you reinvigorate your entire being. Getting There  Nearest railway station:  Varkala, about 3 km away Nearest airport:  Tirvandurm International Airport, about 40 km away Courtesy: Kerala Tourism Official website ,Wikipedia, Google images
Post a Comment
Read more

Hogenakkal falls

                                                        Hogenakkal  is a  waterfall  in  South India  on the  Kaveri  river in the  Dharmapuri district  of the Indian state of  Tamil Nadu .  It is located 180 km (110 mi) from  Bangalore  and 46 km (29 mi) from  Dharmapuri . Sometimes referred to as the " Niagara Falls  of India," it is known for bathing areas and hide boat rides, projecting itself as a major  tourist attraction .  Carbonatite  rocks in this site are considered to be the oldest of its kind in South Asia and one of the oldest in the world.  The Government of Tamil Nadu made a proposal to convert the falls into providing drinking water for the state.                                                   The word Hogenakal is formed of two  Kannada  words  hoge  and  kal . When the water falls on the rocks it appears as if  hoge  (smoke) is emanating from the top of the  kal  (rock) because of the force of the water, hence  Hogenakkal  (smoking rocks). It
Post a Comment
Read more