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

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 11 (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.

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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Jan 07 2020 (00:11)   VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs)
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what is the fastest and convenient connection between Varkala and Hyderabad if one has to depart after 11 am from Varkala ..preferably on a Thursday ....
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Sep 28 2019 (01:37)   12625/Kerala Express (PT) | VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs)
Sujti Kumar
Sujti Kumar   36 blog posts
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An Old video wherein I saw the really dirty ICF rake of 12625 / 12626 Kerala Express parked at the last platform of Varkala Sivagiri station. I had just arrived at the station on the 12623 Chennai - Thiruvananthapuram Superfast Mail and saw this legend resting there.
Date of Video Capture - 17 January 2019
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Nov 14 2017 (09:41)   16526/KSR Bengaluru - Kanniyakumari Express (PT) | VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs) | ED/WAP-4/22270
Appu M G
Appu M G   196 blog posts
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Island Express stops at Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station (VAK) with loud breaking sounds. Clear announcements can also be heard. Shot with GoPro camera.
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Jul 20 2019 (11:13)   12082/Thiruvananthapuram Central - Kannur Jan Shatabdi Express | VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs)
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2 in 1 compilation of 12082 Kannur Jan Shatabdi express overtaking 12624 Trivandrum-Chennai Mail.
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Jan 06 2019 (12:23)   VAK/Varkala Sivagiri (3 PFs)
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Second Busiest Railway Station in Trivandrum District
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