Marari Beach or Mararikulam – Kerala
Located in the Alappuzha district in Kerala is an extremely tranquil and pristine beach called Marari Beach. This beautiful beach lies in a coastal village called “Mararikulam” and hence has been named “Marari”. In addition, this beach is surrounded by beautiful coconut trees. Furthermore, this beach makes for an ideal spot for relaxation since it is situated in a secluded area as a result of which it is relatively less crowded.
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How to reach the Marari Beach
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- By train:
The closest railway station is located in Alappuzha itself at a distance of 1 km. The Alappuzha Railway Station is well connected to major cities in the country.
- By road:
If you intend to drive to this beach the ideal starting points would be Kottayam, Ernakulum, and Kochi.
- Via Kottayam:
There are two routes available from Kottayam to this beach, and they are via SH-40 and via Kollam-Theni Highway and SH-11.
2. Via Ernakulum:
There are three routes available from Ernakulum to this beach, and they are via NH-66, via Alappuzha-Arthunkal-Kochi Road/SH-66, and via SH-15.
3. Via Kochi:
There are two routes from Kochi to this beach, and they are via NH-66 and via NH-66 and SH-66.
- By air:
The nearest airport is located in Kochi. The Kochi International Airport is well connected to major cities in the country as well as to international destinations. Taxi services are available from this airport to this beach.
Climate and the best time to visit Marari Beach
The climate at this beach during the summer season which begins in March and ends in May is extremely hot with the mercury rising to about 37 degree Celsius. The rainfall received during the monsoon season which begins in June and ends in September is “heavy”. The winter season on the other hand which begins in November and ends in February is extremely pleasant with the temperature ranging from a maximum of 32 degree Celsius and a minimum of 17 degree Celsius. So the ideal time to visit this beach is from November to February.
Things/activities to do
There are a number of things/activities to do found around this beach. They are as follows
- St Francis Church:
The St. Francis Church built in the year 1530 is located in close proximity to this beach. This church attracts a large number of tourists due to the beauty of its wood based architecture.
2. The Dutch Palace:
The Dutch Palace built by the Portuguese in the year 1555 is renowned for its beautiful interior decoration. In addition, this church is known to possess rare artefacts belonging to earlier periods.
3. Water sports:
There are a number of water sports activities such as sea surfing, parasailing, water skiing etc that are available at this beach.
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