Kovalam is a beautiful sea resort the only one in Kerala. This beautiful fishing village is situated 10 km from Thiruvananthapuram.

Kovalam consists of three successive small crescent beaches; the southern most known as Lighthouse Beach is where most of the visitors spend their time. The beach is bordered with low cost lodging houses and restaurants which offer adequate facilities at affordable tariffs - ideal for a long stay. The light house on the promontory at the southern end of the beach offers a spectacular view across to the Vizhinjam mosque. Photography is prohibited here.

The local fishermen crowd the middle beach in the day time. Ashok Radisson resorta five star hotel overlooks the beach. The third beach is situated to the north of Ashoka which has some fishing vessels. Lovely coconut palms fringe the golden beach.

A rocky promontory and three crescent beaches are the major attractions. There are also yoga and meditation centres.