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Poovar holidays
Poovar, just 45 minutes from the major tourist resort Kovalam, is an unspoilt tranquil resort, ideal for those looking for complete rest and relaxation. The resort is located in the backwaters of Kerala, the area of inland lakes connected by a series of canals, which has seen an increase in tourist interest in recent years. With a diverse landscape of tranquil waterways, golden sandy beaches and lush green vegetation, the beautiful setting of Poovar offers an idyllic holiday retreat.
Holidays in Poovar – Stay in a unique floating cottage
The beach at Poovar is covered with golden sands and backed by coconut and palm trees, enjoying an unspoilt atmosphere and an abundance of natural beauty. Banana groves, exotic flowers and spices add to the scenery and create an exotic environment. Poovar is home to a couple of hotels along the river estuary and on the beach offering modern and comfortable facilities, as well as the Ayurvedic health centres, found throughout Kerala. A must-see in Poovar is the serene and isolated Poovar Island Resort, accessible only by boat from the jetty, offering the unparalleled experience of staying in a floating cottage, which bobs gently up and down in the Arabian Sea.
Holidays to Poovar – A serene and tranquil beach resort
Most visitors to Poovar are content to revel in the stunning beauty of the area, whilst relaxing on the beach and soaking up the tranquil atmosphere. Poovar is essentially a fishing village, with a Christian community who use the backwaters as their primary mode of transport. The traditional village is home to a few shops and a couple of restaurants, and the weekly market, full of the local home-grown produce, makes for an interesting trip. Water-taxis are an excellent way to travel around Poovar, and many house-boats can be seen bobbing along the water-ways. Poovar is also the site of many local boat races, and crocodile-watching trips are popular.
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