Poovar tours in Kerala tourism

Ever wanted to laze around in a garden of paradise? Then visit Poovar in the pristine surroundings of the state of Kerala in India. This small fishing island off the coastal shores of Kerala on the southern end of the district of Thiruvananthapuram is surrounded by beautiful beach scenery with the backwaters here lending total beauty to the eye. With an estuary linking it to the sea during the time of high tide, the Vizhinjam harbour is very near this small haven. It is an amalgamation of lakes, canals, lagoons, estuaries, deltas. There is a criss cross network of around 44 rivers joining the Arabian Sea, and the entire Poovar region is a paradise in itself. Situated around 38 km from Thiruvananthapuram, Poovar is reached by boat from this city. Having been a great trading centre in the past, the place has a lot of history of trading of sandalwood, spices and ivory. Legend has it that King’s Solomon’s ships landed in the Ophir port. There is also another legend about how Maharaja Marthanda Varma hid here from his enemies and how Moosa Merchant helped him to hide. The name Poovar in fact was believed to have been coined by this Maharaja who saw the red kovala flowers floating in the River Neyyar. He described the pu or the flower as covering the Ar or the river hence giving the name Poovar.

This coastal area is known very well for its backwaters so when I went there last time, I didn’t hesitate to go Poovar yet again.  I was quite excited and eager to visit this land which I used to visit when I was young. There is something about this place which takes you to a land beyond imagination. The River Neyyar separates the Poovar beach and the Arabian Sea. So the place is only accessible by boat. Poovar fishing village is today a great hub of olden form of martial art.

From the Poovar beach, we went to the Kovalam beach which is around 18 km from here. Stretching around an area of around 17 km this place is divided into three beaches which are the Hawah Beach, the Light house beach and the Samudra Beach.

Then we came back to Poovar our private island. If ever you wanted the most tranquil surroundings and the ideal travel luxury then just head towards Poovar. With being recognized as one of the must visit 50 Indian destinations, by the National Geographic Traveler, Poovar is a breathtaking plethora of beautiful sights, lovely scenic beauty and pristine ambience. While on a tour here you would certainly love to see the congregation of the beach, lake, river and sea and this natural delight is what makes it different.

Totally unspoilt and absolutely virgin like, the backwaters adorn the Poovar beach with a kind of charm that is seen to be believed. As we walked on the sandy beach here, we felt relaxed to feel the warmth of the sand under our feet and which helped rejuvenate our tired souls. However Poovar beach is not a place for water sports activities. Any other leisurely beach activity is not possible here as Poovar is just a fishing centre. So bask in the beauty of the surroundings and make your travel memorable by just allowing the place to take over you.

One thing that we liked about the place is the cleanliness and serenity. Though there are no adventurous activities yet tourists were clearly enjoying themselves here in the tranquil zone of Poovar. Accommodations are available here and there are innumerable resorts, lodges and home stays suiting your convenience. Vacation tours also offer choices for the island cruises here and a knowhow of the kind of culture and tradition that the locals follow. Poovar is well known for its martial art legacy and if you are really seeking for a little bit of adventure then just sit on one of those canoes and enjoy the sweet feeling of being in God’s own country Kerala.

Many monuments and pilgrim hubs exist in Poovar even today which bear testimony to its historical past. The Central Mosque is a construction which Malik Ibn Dinar built around 1400 years back. This is today a major tourist attraction in Poovar.

There is a certain kind of heart tugging charm to the place that makes tourists want to come back again and again. It is beautiful to see the swollen estuary and the rhythm and peace that is so profoundly felt here.

With its wonderful network of water bodies and lagoons, the entire area seems to invite all those who want to bask in the glory of a sun bathed beach. Another intriguing thing is that in spite of no activity in particular here, yet the place never ceases to amuse you. So while you are on that reclusive mood here, you would be surprised to find that wild adventurous streak in you light up and give you the opportunity to explore this are more and have a joyous time. Little pleasures remain a joy forever. Poovar is one such example.

Poovar with all its sights and attractions is a must visit spot in your Kerala tours.