Veli Tourist Village: A Fun Day Out For The Family In The Arabian Sea
The state of Kerala was formed in 1956 to help bring together all the Malayam speaking population
. This picturesque state is known for its vast backwaters, lush green vegetation and awe inspiring hill country, bordered on the east by the vast Western Ghats Mountain range where visitors will find mist capped mountains with verdant slopes and cool waterfalls.Kerala is aligned by the deep blue waters of the Arabian Sea to the west, which has resulted in a close relationship of trade and migration between Arab states since ancient times.
The Veli Tourist Village is a popular tourist attraction in Kerala. It is the ideal place to enjoy a day out on the coast with friends and family. Originally setup as a scenic picnic ground, the village has evolved over the years to provide an array of facilities and services for a fun filled day out. Bordering the Arabian Sea, the Veli Tourist Village has the unique benefit of having a calm lagoon separated by a sand bar from the lashing waters of the vast ocean.
Visitors can partake in a variety of activities from exploring the waters around the village, to enjoying a scenic picnic or frolicking on the village grounds and exploring the flora and fauna. For an exhilarating ride over the Arabian Sea, visitors can go on either a speed boat or hover craft ride that will send them barrelling over the water with the wind in their hair.
For those who wish to take in the view from the lagoon, paddle boats are available for rent so that visitors can explore the coast at their own pace. A small cafeteria selling snacks and ice cream is present on the grounds to help keep visitors refreshed. Ideally, guests can pack a basket full of goodies and enjoy a beach picnic on the sun kissed shores of the village.
The grounds of the Veli Tourist Village have a lot to offer for those who do not wish to partake in water based activities. The grounds are dotted with charismatic yet monumental sculptures representing the surrounding area and its natural environment. These works of art were created by the renowned sculptor Kanai Kunjiraman.
Visitors to Kerala hoping to explore the states natural wonders will find that Kovalam is an ideal beach side location to many attractions in and around the state. There are many hotels in Kovalam to choose from, but The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach, Kerala is one to note in particular thanks to its unique location overlooking the waters of the Arabian Sea. This property sets itself apart from other Kovalam hotels by being tastefully appointed accompanied by a comprehensive array of facilities coupled with warm and friendly service. Over the years The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach, Kerala has been the final word in luxury accommodation for business tycoons and celebrities.
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