ROYAL FARM STAY

The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is more than 2000 years old,major attraction in varkala.its situated very near to varkala beach Its an ancient  hindu temple following religious rituals.one can visit either morning or evening. Good architecture, Neat surroundings,peaceful and calm atmosphere which gives an elated bliss. Spending some  time here really drains all your stress.

                                                                             Camera Fee - Rs 100 (Photography is prohibited in the inner sanctum)

Ponnumthuruthu is an island which is situated about 12km south of Varkala. You can board a country boat from Nedunganda and take a tour through the backwaters for about 30 minutes to reach Ponnumthuruthu. Ponnumthuruthu, the name literally means Golden Island. Legends say that the queens of Travancore Royal Family used to hide their cache of gold and ornaments on the island in order to keep it safe and hence it obtained the name, Ponnumthuruthu.  This island is known for the Shiva Parvathi temple, which is also called `Thuruthu kshethram’ by the natives. The temple is situated amidst thick coconut groves, which has grown over the entire stretch. The temple is more than 100 years old and the entire island is temple property. The temple was in ruins for a long time but about a decade ago, it was rebuilt. The island is a must see, thanks to the enchanting ambience. Even the jetty at Nedunganda village from where the journey to Ponnumthuruthu starts is peculiar. It is a makeshift jetty and the walkway to the ferry is made up of coconut husk, mud and the waste from coir.  

Country boat trip cost rs. 300/person