Kerala is one of the wonders of the world. It is a place
where the serene scenic beauty merges with varied hues of enchanting seasons.
In Kerala, every season is a festival of colors and sounds. Kerala can satisfy
the thirst for communion with pristine nature and call of the wild.
Kerala is well known for calm beaches, soul stirring hill
stations, thrilling backwater cruises in house boats, chilling monsoon weather,
fascinating Pooram festivals, 10 - day harvest festival, which also known as
Onam, famous classical arts forms, awe inspiring martial arts and hundreds of
folk art forms.
Monsoon in India is a very enchanting experience for
visitors. Monsoon is at its best in Kerala in the months of June, July and
august. The chilling and heart throbbing rain in the very vast greenery of
paddy fields, in the snowy mountains and in the backwaters are a must see sight
for a nature lover at least once in their lifetime.
The Silent Valley National Park,
Kerala, India
Call Of the Wild
Silent Valley National Park, one of the acclaimed pristine
ever green forests, is a part of western ghats. It is a home to the largest
population of lion-tailed Macaque, one of the rarest and most threatened
primates in the World, and a treasure house of endangered flora and fauna. The
forest is tranquil and devoid of any sounds as its name Silent Valley
indicates. Kunthi puzha (Kunthi river) flowing through the dense forest is an
astonishing sight for the travelers. It is located 40 km from Palakkad.
Kumarakom, Kerala, India
Kumarakom is a famous idyllic and tranquil holiday
destination away from the fret and fever of city life. The village of Kumarakom
is a group of little islands on the Vembanad Kayal (Vembanad lake ). This most
popular and most beautiful backwater stretch of Kerala has a bird sanctuary
which shelters a large number of birds. The thrilling house boat cruise trough the
blue backwaters of Vembanad Kayal, fishing, sight seeing, Ayurvedic Panchakarma
treatment and a variety of heritage resorts are the main attractions in
Kumarakom. It is 15 km west of Kottayam.
Alappuzha Backwaters, Kerala, India
Backwaters are meandering inland lakes and lagoons networked
by canals lying parallel to sea coast. The prominent picturesque backwater
stretches of Kerala are Alappuzha, Kumarakom, Kochi, Kollam, and Thiruvallam. A
backwater cruise between Kollam and Alappuzha is the longest in Kerala which
takes nearly eight hours. The splendid Snake Boat races are held during festive
months of August and September attracting thousands of people from India and
abroad. Some of the world renowned boat races are Aranmula Vallamkali (boat
race ), Champakulam Boat Race, Nehru Trophy Boat Race, and Payippad Boat Race.
The enchanting and mesmerizing Houseboat ride in the backwaters of Kerala is a
captivating experience.
Periyar Tiger Reserve, Kerala, India
Periyar Tiger Reserve - The Richest Bio Diversity Spot of
the World
It is one of the famous tiger reserves situated at Thekkady
in Idukki. It is a part of the western ghats, one of the richest bio diversity
spots of the world. It is home for a large number of endangered species of wild
animals also. There are two watch towers inside the forest. It is located 4 kms
from Thekkady in Idukki District.
Bekal Fort Beach, Kerala, India
Bekal Fort Beach - A Scenic Seaside with a Wonderful
Historic Fort
This scenic seaside offers a wonderful view of the historic
Bekal fort which is three and a half centuries old.
There are facilities for
recreation and relaxation. It also known as Pallikere Beach . It is situated in
Kasargod district.
Munnar Hill Station, Kerala, India
Munnar Hill Station - A Former Summer Resort of British
Administration
It was the former summer resort of British administration.
It is about 1600 m above sea level . The main attraction are tea gardens,
serene atmosphere, a number of ethnic resorts for accommodation. It is located
60 km from Idukki.
Thenmala, Kerala, India
Thenmala - A Planned Eco-tourism Project in Evergreen Forest
Thenmala is first planned eco-tourism project India.
Thenmala consists of chain of ten satellite eco-tourism destinations scattered
across the hill ranges and spread over acres of evergreen forest. The meaning
of Thenmala is hills that flow honey and the honey available there is believed
to have medicinal properties. It is about 72 km from Thiruvananthapuram.
Thrissur, Kerala, India
Thrissur - The City of Pooram Festival
The Thrissur Pooram in the month of April made the Thrissur
renowned in the world tourist map. Even though it is a Hindu religious
festival, it has become secular in character and has been a major attraction
for foreign and domestic tourists. It is a festival of sounds, colors, and
various traditional and modern art forms. The presence of large number of
caparisoned elephants is a wonderful sight to all. It is located around 300 km
from Thiruvananthapuram .
Cochin (Kochi), Kerala, India
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Cochin - Queen of Arabian Sea
Kochi, the most modern cosmopolitan city and commercial hub
of Kerala, is also known as the Queen of Arabian Sea. The principal tourist
attractions are St.Francis Church (the oldest European church in India), Jewish
Synagogue (the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations), Hill Palace
(the largest archaeological museum in Kerala), Mattancherry Palace (also known
as the Dutch Palace), Fort Kochi, Bolgatty Palace (the oldest existing Dutch
palaces outside Holland), Willingdon Island ( man-made island named after Lord
Willingdon, a former British Viceroy to India), Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica (
a church built originally by the Portuguese), Pallipuram Fort ( the oldest
existing European fort in India), Chinese Fishing Nets (Cheenavala ), and Vasco
House (Vasco da Gama lived in this house). The splendors of Backwaters of
Kochi, the spectacular Fort Kochi Beach and international marina are also
alluring visitors.
Kovalam, Kerala, India
Kovalam - Internationally Renowned Tropical Beach
It is internationally renowned tropical beach with very wide
coastal area and serene atmosphere. It offers a variety of activities including
catamaran rides, sunset watching, cycling on the beach Ayurvedic massage
parlors, Panchakarma Treatments and yoga centers. It is located16 km from Thriuvanthapuram.
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