Kovalam is a charming coastal town located in the southern Indian state of Kerala, just south of Thiruvananthapuram. At the southern tip of Lighthouse Beach stands a striped lighthouse featuring a viewing platform with panoramic sea views. Kovalam is known for its palm-fringed beaches, including Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach. Further south, the Vizhinjam Juma Masjid mosque overlooks the bustling fishing harbor. Inland, the Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium showcases technologies used in pearl production.