CHILLASTIC POOVAR

Poovar beach is the last beach on southern side of Kerala and Trivandrum. It is at a distance of 30 km from Trivandrum city. Poovar is famous for Beaches, Backwater and Estuary, what else you need if you are a traveller or a tourist. It is a complete family package. Its beaches are famous for the golden sand on the coast. 5 km from Poovar is Pozhiyoor village, which marks the end of Kerala state and start of Tamil Nadu state.

Poovar beach is the place where Neyyar river and Poovar lake meets Arabian Sea. It actually forms an Estuary there, which is a rare sight. The sunset actually here is unique and can be compared to the one at the Kanyakumari or Cape Comorin in Tamil Nadu. Poovar is also famous for coconut groves near the beach and mangroves along the lake, which is visible only for those who do boating on the lake. Poovar is turning to be a weekend paradise for techies in Kerala and a Must visit place for foreigners.And of course the domestic travellers flow to here whenever they gat a chance or time. A trip to Poovar can rejuvenate your body, mind and soul.

 There is not much option for sea rides and beach activities here. The main reason is that under currents are very strong and also due to fishing activities here. Swimming is also to be done cautiously. But a backwater cruise is highly recommended. The backwater cruise here is a unique experience as the ride will take through mangrove forest and the mangrove swamp and also through the coconut groves, as this is somewhat similar to those through the deadly Amazon river rather than through the plain lake as in Aleppey backwater. There are a lot of boat operators so the price is competitive.

If you want to go for swimming and beach activities, it is advised to go in early morning and evening time as the day will be sunny at least from March to September. During the day go for backwater cruise. A stay in resort is also can be done. Fishing in like can be done if you stay in resorts. House boats are not available here, but Shikaras are available which are common in Dal Lake in Kashmir. The boats available here vary from speed boat and Shikaras to Motor Boats and Speed Boats. And the rates vary from 2000 to 4000rs, depending on the boat you select. Some boats provide Lunch on board too.

Little Bit History Of Poovar

The history goes back to 18^th century.The original name of Poovar was Pokkumoosapuram after the Merchant named Pokku Moosa Maraikkar who lived there in a house known as “Kallaraickal Tharavadu”.He had a fleet of small ships, an Army regiment and also had trade relations with International traders. His army assisted the then king of Travancore Marthanda Varma and other Travancore kings during the Battle of Colachel and Battle of Kayamkulam.During internal riots and disturbances, Marthanda Varma escaped to Pokkumoosapuram .He was surprised by the river and flowers and cooled the place “Poo-Var” (flower and river in Malayalam”

How to Reach?

Nearest Airport-Trivandrum International-35 km

Nearest Railway stations-Trivandrum Central, Neyyantinkara

Nearest Bus Station-Poovar (1 km)

Regular KSRTC (official public transport carrier of Kerala) buses are available from Trivandrum,Kovalam,Vizhinjam,Neyyar Dam and Neyyatinkara to Poovar

Things to Do

Backwater cruise Swimming/Sun bath, Stay in Resorts, Fishing/Angling

Cautious About-Strong underwater current

Naerby Attractions

Backwater cruise Swimming/Sun bath, Stay in Resorts, Fishing/Angling

Cautious About-Strong underwater current