With the Arabian Sea in the west, Kerala has most charming and finest beaches in the world. The tranquil palm fringed, sandy havens of Kerala is frequented with greatest number of visitors. The internationally renowned Kovalam beach, historic Bekal beach and Kappad beach, the drive in beach at Muzhappilangad, Kochi's Cherai beach and the Papanasham beach at Varkala are some of the beach destinations in the state.