Kerala boasts a unique geographical features that makes
it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. The state has
some of the pristine hill stations in India, with the entire Western Ghats
dotted by evergreens, rolling grasslands, sholas and stretches of
rejuvenating fragrance of tea and coffee plantations. An equibale climate, a
long shore line and tranquil stretches of emerald backwater makes Kerala a
true delight for traveler. The wilder side of Kerala has in store some of
the best wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the country with a
variety of species unique to the land.
Popularly known as God's Own Country, Kerala is a land of amazing beauty.
The stretches of the intristic hill roll down to the coastal plains of
Kerala, where they laze through verdant stretches of paddy fields, coconut
trees and feeds some of the splendorous expanse of backwaters and lakes.
Cultural mosaic of the land is studded with landmark monuments, palaces,
forts, memorials, and places of worship portraying the socio-cultural and
historical evolution.
Backwaters:
Backwaters
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Backwaters are stunning phenomenon of Kerala - a necklace of
lagoons lakes, canals and rivers that run through the length of this
beautiful land. In fact much of Kerala's uniqueness lies in its backwaters -
found nowhere else in the world. Visit to the backwater destinations of
Kumarakom, Kollam and Kozhikode can be a rewarding experience. The lagoons
at these destinations with their spectacular view and fringed by coconut
trees capturing the fascination of travelers from all over the world.
Hill Stations:
Kerala has a long chain of lush, mist-clad Hill stations that are home to
exotic wildlife of the region. The hill stations of Kerala offers an
enchanting experience of nature in all its virgin beauty. The major hill
stations of Kerala are Munnar, Ponmudi, Peerumade, Neliyampathy,
Peruvannamuzhi, Tusharagiri, Wayanad, Pythal Mala, Ezhimala, Ranipuram,
Devikulam, Wagamon etc.
Beaches:
Kerala has a long stretch of pristine beaches for those interested in sun &
sand. It gives the wonderer a chance to enjoy the stark stretches in
relative peace. Kovalam to the south of capital Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala,
Cherai, and Alleppey are some of the best beaches on the Southern part of
the state. Beaches to the North are beautiful and unspoiled.
Wild Life
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Wild Life :
Elephant stands as the symbol of Kerala, signifying deep links that forests
have on the lives of the people. The forest have been closely associated
with the customs, traditions, and social life of Kerala for centuries. A
number of Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks have been created to
protect the forests and variety of animals therein. Periyar Tiger Reserve,
Silent Valley National Park, Eravikulam National Park … are some among
the best managed sanctuaries in the country.
Ayurveda :
Kerala's climate, natural abundance of forests with a wealth of herbs and
medicinal plants and the cool monsoon season are best suited for practice of
Ayurveda. It attracts tourist from all over the world, who come here for
traditional Ayurvedic therapies.
