BeachThe beaches of Kerala attract a large number of tourists every year. The state has a total shore line of about 590 km. From Kovalam, the internationally renowned beach destination to Muzhappilangad, a drive-in beach, the beaches of Kerala are peerless. The beaches of Kerala offer various leisure options like sunbath, snorkeling, catamaran rides, cycling, sunset viewing etc.
The beaches of Bekal and Kappil in Kasaragod district; Payyamabalam, Kizhunna and Meenkunnu in Kannur district; Kozhikode, Beypore, Kappad and Payyoli in Kozhikode district; Padinjarekkara and Vallikkunnu in Malappuram district; Cherai in Ernakulam district, Beach in Alappuzha district; Thirumullavaram beach in Kollam district and Shanghumugham, Papanasam beach of Varkala, Kappil, Thiruvambady in Thiruvananthapuram district are some of the major beaches in the state.