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VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs)
वर्कला शिवगिरी
വർക്കല ശിവഗിരി

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 11 2024 (02:11)
Varkala Sivagiri railway station (VAK) is located in the coastal town of Varkala, Kerala, known for its scenic cliffs and Ayurvedic treatments. The station has 3 platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms and ticket counters. Varkala is a popular tourist destination with several beaches, temples, and ancient rock-cut caves nearby.

Tourism

Janardana Swami Temple: Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, with stunning clifftop views.
Varkala Vishnu Temple: Famous for its beautiful architecture and annual festivals.
Sivagiri Mutt: Spiritual ashram founded by Sree Narayana Guru, a prominent social reformer.
Varkala Beach: Popular beach with scenic cliffs and a relaxed atmosphere.
Varkala Caves: Ancient rock-cut caves with historical significance.

Food

The Green Leaf Restaurant: Offers a wide variety of delicious South Indian vegetarian dishes.
The Coconut Grove: Known for its fresh and flavorful vegetarian thalis and snacks.
The Banana Leaf Cafe: Serves healthy and organic vegetarian meals in a charming setting.
The Veggie Hut: Popular for its delicious and affordable vegetarian street food.
The Spice Garden: Offers a variety of vegetarian curries and rice dishes with aromatic spices.
Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 58
Number of Originating Trains: 0
Number of Terminating Trains: 0

Station Address

Varkala Sivagiri, Edava Kappil Road, Thiruvananthapuram District - 695141.
State: Kerala
Elevation: 57 m above sea level
Type: Regular
Category: NSG-3
Zone: SR/Southern
Division: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
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