It’s located on the south western tip of India with the Arabian Sea on the west and the Western Ghats towering 500 - 2700 m on the east. Kerala enjoys unique geographic features that have made it one of the most preferred tourist destinations in the world. The ayurvedic massage in Kerala is world renowned. The National Geographic traveler guide has named Kerala to be among the 50 places of must visit in a life time. Kerala is set in the lap of Mother Nature. With ancient temples and lovely palaces that make you forget the age you are in as does shopping for antiques, cashew and gold.
Tourist Attractions in Kerala:
Thiruvananthapuram:
The capital of Kerala lies on the southwest coast of India. Previously called Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala is located near the sea and has a pleasant tropical climate. This city is home to the famous Shree Anantha Padmanabhaswamy temple. There are several grand palaces of the maharajas of Travancore state, an observatory and a museum with fine works of art and a collection of antique jewelry.
Kochi:
Formerly known as Cochin and also called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea" this seaside town is the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala state. Kochi is a busy port city in Kerala. One of the oldest synagogues in the world is located here in Cochin. Built in 1568, this beautiful structure is worth a visit. St Francis Church, where Vasco da Gama was temporarily buried and many more.
Kovalam Beach:Located 18 km from Thiruvananthapuram, this beach is considered to be one of the best in the world. Apart from swimming and relaxing on the white sands, you can enjoy surfing, water skiing and a catamaran ride.
Kozhikode:
Calicut or Kozhikode is situated in the south Indian state of Kerala on the southwest coast of the Arabian Sea. The district extends from latitude 11°15' N to 75°49' E. Basking in the idyllic setting of the serene Arabian Sea on the west and mesmeric peaks of the Wayanad hills on the east, this district has all the required ingredients to fascinate a tourist.
Munnar:
This beautiful hill station in eastern Kerala is known for its verdant ambience, and has some of the highest tea estates in India. You can visit a tea estate and watch how tea is grown and processed. There are also facilities for para gliding and boating in Munnar.
Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve:
Also known as Thekkady, this wildlife reserve located in the Western Ghats, is home to a large population of elephants and a number of tigers. The rare Nilgiri Tahr can also be seen here. A large lake within the park on which you can take a boat ride and observe the animals at leisure is an added attraction.
Varkala Varkala is one of the famous beaches in South India. The Papanasam beach in Varkala is known for its mineral springs and rocky cliffs.
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resorts:
Ayurveda - a traditional system of medicine practiced in Kerala for over 2000 years, has gained popularity worldwide. This system of medicine as practiced in Kerala involves massage therapy, using oils made from various herbs. The treatment relaxes and rejuvenates the body and is suited to the individual needs of the visitor.
Kerala Backwaters:
Traveling through the backwaters of Kerala on a traditional kettuvallom or houseboat is a tour like no other. The tranquil water, the green palm-fringed coast, the sounds of sea birds calling, tropical vegetation and friendly people. It is an experience to cherish forever.
Silent Valley National Park:
Kerala is a real paradise on the earth and one should must visit this place once in his life time.
