KERALA YATRA Location : South-western part of India Capital City : Thiruvananthapuram Major Attractions : Backwater Cruise, Beaches, Forts Mostly Visited For : Ayurveda Healing

Care To Drop By Before the Secret Unveils In God's Own Country?

A Solitary Mood of Leisure on Kerala Backwaters

History People And Lifestyle Festivals Wildlife Shopping

Landscape Township And Cities Cuisine Holy Sites Places To Visit

Climate Art And Culture Monuments Beaches Ayurveda

If ever you get a chance to buy a flying carpet, go for it. Tourists say, Kerala looks much beautiful when seen from a high altitude. As you fly over this palm-fringed patch of land through the dark wreath of monsoon clouds, your imagination will sprinkle down like an athirst droplet on a necklace of jewelled waterways and sapphire lagoons set in a chain of green. Applauded by the National Geographic Traveler as one of the ten paradises of the world, Kerala, is today the cynosure of the world for its peerless attractions. Emerald backwaters, energising Ayurvedic regimens, exquisite beaches, enchanting hills, exotic wildlife...when you find all these together in one place of breathtaking beauty, call it God's Own Country. Or simply, Kerala.

The leaf-shaped patch on the world map which you may find most enthralling, is Kerala. This southernmost state of India is bounded by the Western Ghats on its higher side, and slopes to the Arabian Sea along its other length, Kerala offers an endless visual feast. And sandwiched between these variant shades of black, blue and green are many cosmopolitan harbours of India, that show inspiring signs of enchanting past impeccably blended with an equine future. Start your holiday tour from the political capital at Thiruvanantha-puram. This attractive face of Kerala is an amalgam of the old and new, where open avenues and undulating countrysides lie in the shadow of Shri Padmanabha Swamy Temple. Should you ever wonder about the Mermaid of Malabar, make landfall in Kerala's commercial hub at Kochi. From its ancient harbour to the Jew town clustered around its synagogue, swimming beaches bordered by paddy, to cantilevered Chinese fishing nets - Kochi is a time capsule of history you can happily inhabit for days.

The Sprawling Tea Gardens of Kerala

Come For Green Kerala

Munnar Kottayam Vaithyri Treehouses

Spice And Tea Plantations Kochi

Wayanad Thekkady

How much green can you behold with just two eyes? Every inch of land in God's own country reflects this eye soothing colour. Unending coconut plantations carpet the landscape from the foot of the hills to the shoreline, the tapering coconut leaves swaying in the cool whiffs of welcome. Lush emerald green paddy fields cover up the flat low lands whereas divine flowers like 'Neelkurinjee' trim the high hills with an impeccable blend of blue and jade greens. Drive straight to Alappuzha for a memorable night stay on its world famous emerald green backwaters. Enjoy a fine cuisine under the vast canopy of stars before you move ahead to meet new people and know their lifestyles. Unleash yourself amidst the postcard scenery of Western Ghats to reach a long chain of lush, mist-clad hill stations at Munnar, that offer the most tranquil experience of nature in all its virgin beauty. Where ever you go in Kerala, surely you will find a colourful secret, lulled by the cadence of the waves, waiting for you to unveil.

Sun, Surf And Solitude At Kerala Beaches

Alappuzha Beach Fort Kochi Beach

Kovalam Beach Varkala Beach

Kappad Beach Beypore Beach

The beaches of Kerala have nothing except a dictionary of adjectives - alluring, enchanting, fascinating, mindblowing.... Bathed in the warmth, washed in the waves, the sands embalming the spirit of time, the 597 km long shore line of Kerala is inseparably linked with the land's history. Here you'll find the footprints of ancient travellers and explorers on the sands of time. Visit the Kappad beach, where Vasco da Gama, the pioneering Portuguese traveller landed in 1498. On Kerala's beaches, you can bathe in the glory of the sun or bask in the splendour of the sunset. Refresh yourself with a sip of tender coconut water - a taste of nature's rejuvenating nectar. These sun-kissed beaches - Varkala, Cherai, Cochin - which were once important trade and maritime centres, now stand apart surrounded by high cliffs as a favourite haunt of vacationers. Tourists can even indulge in a number of adventure sports promoted by Kerala Tourism, to add some adrenaline to their holiday vacations.

The Long Stretch of Kerala Beaches

Backwaters - Let Them Take You To A Dreamland

Alleppey Backwaters

Kollam Backwaters

Kottayam Backwaters

The one experience you must not bypass while in Kerala is a night on a 'Kettuvallam' (traditional houseboats), your holiday home in the tranquil backwaters of this palm-fringed state. Developed in a time when railways were unknown and roads expensive to built, the traditional boats used to be the main inland transportation with the prime purpose of ferrying paddy harvest. Today they include air conditioned rooms, magnificent itinerary and a chef to pamper you with the full range of delicious Kerala cuisine. And the backwaters, that flow with a constant rhythm like an unspoken silence dominating the gap between first-time daters, surely gift every tourist an exquisite holiday. The Chinese fishing nets cast across their banks are indeed a splendid sight. With your wish, you can even get a chance to meet the villagers and get to know their lifestyle. Egrets, herons, darters, storks, elephants and men, all crowd together to say you good bye as you glide silently by the visions of life in the rural niches nestling on the banks.

While on a holiday trip to Kerala, you might even get a chance to witness the Great Snake Boat Races. The 50 m long wooden 'chandanvallams' or snake boats, each powered by over 100 oarsmen, attract the star attention as they slice through the waters - revived by songs and war cries - cheered by thousands of spectators lining the banks.

Shimmering Kerala Backwaters

Ayurveda - The Magic of Ancient Healing

Ayurveda Healing Kalari Kovilakom Sree Shankara Vaidya Shala

Kottakkal Vaidya Shala Thiruvananthapuram

Shayadri Centre Munnar

Long before the world discovered the magical powers of Ayurveda, Kerala had made Ayurveda a part of her lives. Indeed, Kerala's equable climate and natural opulence of herbs and medicinal plants make it an ideal destination for Ayurveda. Two annual monsoon showers only add to the therapy. Ayurveda doesn't provide a quick-fix solution nor does it offer instant nirvana. The best part of Ayurveda is that it cares for a patient in entirety during treatment. It is a science that revolves around the unexplored dimensions of do's and dont's of life, a life that derives its essence from one of the world's most ancient systems of medicine. Today, the State of Kerala is the only place in the world where Ayurveda is practised to perfection. There are numerous hotels, spas and health resorts in Kerala that offer ayurveda - both refreshing and therapeutic. Try one of those warm, medicated oil baths and rejuvenate your lost vigour at one of those health resorts lining the lengths of Kerala beaches. Gift yourself a new life with the magical fingers of the masseurs playing on your skin and spinal cord. The resorts are usually equipped with individual treatment rooms along with a yoga hall, a performing art centre and an exclusive kitchen serving traditional Ayurveda vegetarian delicacies. A stay here is really amazing! Try it to believe it.

Gift Yourself A New Life With Kerala Ayurveda

Explore The Charms of A Wild Holiday In Kerala Wildlife

Wild Life Periyar Tiger Reserve

Idukki National Park Wayanad Wildlife Reserve

Silent Valley National Park Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Hidden away in the deeper pockets of the Nilgiris, Kerala pampers a number of world famous wildlife reserves with many rare species of flora and fauna. Lose yourself on the trail of Nilgiri Tahr, Atlas moth and rare Travancore Evening Brown Butterfly all day. The backwaters with their protean aquatic eco-system are a favourite haunt of migratory birds, so remember to carry your binoculars on board the 'kettuvallam'. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady is the only sanctuary in India where the wild elephant can be observed and photographed at close quarters from the safety of a boat. Irrefutable pug marks of the Great Indian Tiger is present everywhere, dotting the moist grounds of the terrain. Peep into caves in search of Mesolithic rock art. Track civet cat and impressive tailed Malabar squirrel at Wayanad. And wrap yourself in the reverent bush of Silent Valley. Tune yourself with the melodious bird songs in vain search for cicadas!

Come, Share A Space With God In His Own Country

Of late, Kerala has been promoting herself as an out-of-the-world destination for tourists, with an ideal ambiance for holidaying away from the bustle of the city and provide the travel world with an opportunity to enjoy in God's own country. You can get a wide choice of staying options at luxuriously furnished traditional houseboats, tree houses and 'Koothambalams' (temple theatres) beside many 5-star and budget hotels. Enjoy a cruise along the backwaters, go for fishing expeditions and mountain treks, and come back to enjoy a delectable cuisine! Kerala also offers numerous tour packages to suit every pockets and interests. Besides an execllent network of roads and three international airports, Kerala also offers the best of telecom and datacom facilities, so that you can share your hot experiences throughout the day with your family.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Kerala

A State of Bliss In God's Own Country Serene backwaters and rolling hills, gushing waterfalls and adrenaline-pumping boat races; ancient culture in modern cities; delectable cuisine and colourful festivals..what else do one need to plan a holiday in Kerala. Make Your Life A Beach In Kerala Thanks to a long coastline that extends from one end to the other of Kerala, 9 out of its 14 districts have a beach to boast about. Serene, secluded and spellbinding, some of them are best in the world. The Magic of The Mountains Hidden away in the heights of the western ghats, Kerala is known for its picturesque mist-clad hill stations, spice plantations, luxuriant forests and vivid therapeutic traditions. Wandering these lands is actually a heavenly experience. The Emerald Backwaters Shimmering With Next to the coastline, lacing the interiors of Kerala are the endless stretches of lakes and lagoons, together called the backwaters. A houseboat ride through these placid waters is a heavenly experience, with visions of true Kerala gliding silently by. Rejuvenate With The Charm of Ancient Indian Healing Visit Kerala, the aboriginal home of ayurveda and savour the real essence of the magnificent yet unexplored sides of this magical therapy. Try one of those warm, medicated oil baths and rejuvenate your lost vigour. » Glorious Kerala Get into an exhilarating ride on Kerala backwaters blended perfectly with the adventure of Periyar jungles for a thrill-pack holiday. Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights Price Starts From: US$ 399 » Southern Splendours Get an out of the world experience in Tamil Nadu, the land of ornately sculptured temples and rich culture, and Kerala, where swaying palm trees take you to a dreamland of snake boats. Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights Price Starts From: US$ 899 » Unforgettable South & Beaches Live life at Goa beaches, chase your dreams in the temples of Tamil Nadu and lose yourself in the spine-chilling jungles of Kerala with the unforgettable South tour. Duration: 17 Days / 16 Nights Price Starts From: US$ 999 Get More Tours... Lakshadweep A world of unexplored oceans, picturesque islands, lovely beaches with some of the most exciting undersea adventures.. Goa Beaches Washed by tides twice a day and refashioned by monsoons, the beaches of Goa have always something new to offer. Tamil Nadu With a tint of Dravidian influence, the temple state of Tamil Nadu caress both spirituality and adventure in her sleeves. Pondicherry The only city in India where you can taste the French flavours, seaside Pondicherry is like taking a leisure from your vacation. South India Unleash in South India, enjoy the blue seas, awe at legendary temple architecture and enjoy cool coconut water.

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