About Lighthouse Beach
Lighthouse Beach is the southernmost and most popular of Kovalam's three crescent-shaped beaches in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. Named after the iconic 36-meter Vizhinjam Lighthouse perched on Kurumkal Hill, it features golden sands, clear waters, and a vibrant beachfront promenade. The beach offers safe swimming areas, water sports activities, beachside dining, and panoramic coastal views from the lighthouse.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a lively beach atmosphere with golden sands and azure waters along the Arabian Sea. The beach is lined with shacks, cafes, and restaurants offering local cuisine and fresh seafood. The prominent red-and-white striped Vizhinjam Lighthouse provides a distinctive landmark and viewing point. Visitors can swim in designated safe areas, engage in water sports, browse souvenir shops along the promenade, and climb the lighthouse for panoramic coastal views.
Key highlights
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Iconic 36-meter Vizhinjam Lighthouse with red and white stripes
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Safe swimming waters with gentle waves
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Water sports including surfing, parasailing, and jet-skiing
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Panoramic coastal views from the lighthouse top
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Beachside dining with fresh seafood and local Kerala cuisine
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Crescent-shaped golden sand beach along the Arabian Sea
History of Lighthouse Beach
The Vizhinjam Lighthouse was constructed in 1972 and started functioning on June 30, 1972. Before the current lighthouse, a day mark beacon was provided at Vizhinjam in 1960, and a lighted beacon was established at nearby Kolachal in 1925. Vizhinjam was a busy seaport during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Culture & Context
Lighthouse Beach represents Kerala's coastal tourism heritage and maritime history. The beach is an integral part of Kovalam's identity as one of India's earliest beach destinations, attracting both domestic and international tourists since the 1970s.
Route
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