Poovar is one among the natural wonders where the Lake, River, Sea and Beach meet the land. A rare find in Kerala, the southern state of India.
Poovar is unspoilt and unexplored, envoloped by the most serene backwaters, and opening out to the sea and a dream golden sand beach.The historical importance of Poovar has its strong ties with the legendary King of the erstwhile Princely State of Travancore, the great Marthanda Varma Maharaja
Raja Marthanda Varma ( 1706 - 1761 ) was born at a time when the royal power of his family was declining. In fact, the Raja was once outsted from his throne and in exile. But, a strong ruler, Marthanda Varama Maharaja not only regained his lost land but also enlarged his kingdom besides reasserting the royal power during his 29-year rule from 1729 to 1758. And, the success story of the Maharaja had close links with the small and beautiful land of Povar, situated on the south of the Neyyar River
Things to do and see in Poovar :
Activities in Poor limits to rejuvenating the weary body and mind. Visitors may hardly find scope to perform adventure task and therefore, may confine themselves either to the four corners of the expensive resorts or to linger along the island.
Ayurveda at Poovar
Unlike the majestic beauty encircling Poovar, the place is popular for its Ayurveda. The rejuvenating therapy can be enjoyed with staying at Isola di Cocco, which is equipped with spacious rooms and proper infrastructure for Ayurvedic treatment. There are trained personnel and super vising team, which offers an array of therapies like Rasayana Chikitsa, Shirodhara, Navarakizhi, Vyadhi-Kshamathwa etc. Besides, other resort in Poovar are also registered with a Green-Leaf Certification.
Place of accommodation in Poovar
The beautiful Poovar Island offers accommodation in three luxury resorts like Isola di Cocco, Estaury Island Resort and Poovar Island Resort. The resorts are developed with heritage cottages, swimming pool, sea-facing rooms, multi-cuisine restaurants, which serves the flavours of traditional Kerala cuisines and continental dishes.
Connectivity :
By Air
The nearest airport is Trivandrum, situated 30 kms away from Poovar
By Rail
Trivandrum Central is the major railway station, situated in Trivandrum city.
By Road
Poovar is 18 km south-east of Kovalam. Travelers can drive along the coast from Thiruvananthapuram via Kovalam and reach the island.
