Sunday, July 6, 2008



Kerala –God’s Own Country

Kerala at a glance

Location : Southwestern tip of India
Area : 38,863 sq Km
Population : 3,18,38,619
Capital : (Trivandrum)
Language : Malayalam
Religion : Christianity, Hinduism, Islam
Time : GMT +5:30
Currency : Indian Rupee
Climate : Tropical.
Summer : February - May (24 - 33 Degree C)
Monsoon: June - September (22 - 28 Degree C)
Winter: October - January (22 - 32 Degree C)


Tours in kerala - Listen to the gentle pulsing of the waves, experience the beauty of the monuments bringing back the golden days and the nature's peace flowing into the minds as sunshine flows into the trees, this is Kerala - today, tomorrow and forever in vacation in kerala and - Better known as "Gods Own Country"

Located at the southwestern tip of Indian peninsula, Kerala is today one of the most progressed states in terms of education, literacy and health. The present day state of Kerala was formed in 1956 from Travancore, Kochi(Cochin) and Malabar. According to Hindu Mythology, it is stated that the land of Kerala was formed by Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. By acquiring the superb statistics of highest literacy rate in the country, highest life expectancy, least population growth and lowest infant mortality, the state has become a role model for most of the developing countries. Hinduism is strong in Kerala. However, there are other religions like Christianity, Islam and Judaism that are followed here. Because of its proximity to the Arabian sea, kerala holiday is the first state each season to receive monsoon rains. Kerala's splendid backwaters are an exclusive feature of Kerala tourism. The Vembanad Lake is the largest stretch of backwaters in Kerala . The backwaters play a very important role in the tourism industry of Kerala and has become one of the must see places of the world. kerala holiday is one of the hot spots for the beach combers and beach sports enthusiasts. The well known beaches of Kerala are Kovalam Beach , Marari Beach ,Varkala Beach and Alappuzha Beach. These beaches with golden sand and warm sun prove to be a paradise for tourists in vacation in kerala.

Festivals

kerala india travel is said to be the land of colourful festivals which have a long history and tradition behind them. In fact festivals never seem to end here. Some of the major festivals that are celebrated here are Onam ( Harvest festival of Kerala), Pongal, Thrissur Pooram, Nehru Trophy Boat Race, Vishu and Mahashivratrhi. The festivals are connected with a temple, church, mosque or a national phenomenon. Almost all the festivals of Kerala stand out because of their uniqueness in visit kerala.

Dance and Music

The actual cultural richness of the people of trip to kerala lies in their ballads, their songs and dances. This state has seen the evolution of the famous classical dance forms like Kathakali that explicates ideas and stories from the Indian epics and Puranas. This classical dance form is said to be nearly 300 years old which combines facets of ballads, operas, masque and the pantomime. Mohiniattam (The dance of the enchantress) is another dance form to be rejoiced. Kerala also has a rich tradition of folk songs and ballads which are sung in the regional dialect. Songs are an integral part of the films here. Carnatic music, which is immensely enjoyed all over the world, is the classical music of South India .

Wildlife Attractions

The entire state of visit kerala is a tourist destination and at every corner of this state one can experience a lot of new things. The state becomes a must see for the wildlife lovers and for those who are willing to escape from the madding crowd of the cities. Here the tourists can enjoy the sight of their favourite animals from a minimal distance. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary provide complete peace of mind to the tourists and help them to take a break from their hectic city life in trip to kerala.

Cuisines
Kerala produces some of the tastiest food on earth. The cuisine is very hot and spicy. Keralites mostly enjoy eating fish and rice. However, one cannot imagine the Kerala food without coconut, chillies and curry leaves. Keralites believe in a cuisine that is simple but pleasing to the palate. Kerala is also the single largest producer of certain crops like- banana and ginger.

Architectural Attractions

Kerala has a rich repertoire of historic and cultural monuments. The Padmanabha Swamy Temple- known for its mural paintings and stone carvings. Kuthiramalika Palace Museum- displays priceless paintings and other articles. The Napier Museum has the rare accumulation of archaeological and historic artifacts and ancient ornaments. Then there is Sree Chitra Art Gallery. This art gallery displays selected paintings of Raja Ravi Verma. St. Francis Church and Krishnapuram Palace are some of the places worth visit.

Land of Ayurveda

Kerala is the only place in the world where Ayurveda is so well practiced with complete authenticity and dedication. Ayurveda is the ancient Indian medical science, the origin of which can be traced back to more than 500 years. The source of Ayurveda is the Vedas. It is not only a science dealing with the treatment of diseases but is a complete way of life. Kerala's climate is best suited for Ayurvedic curative programmes. Kerala is a hub of Ayurvedic treatment with numerous resorts spread over the vast expanse of the state. Chief Ayurvedic Resorts*Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort located in Palakkad.
*Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort in Kovalam.*Keraleeyam Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort.*Manal Theeram Beach*Coconut Holidays*Surya Ayurvedic Resort*Kadappuram Beach Resort.

Cochin
Cochin - Queen of Arabian seas, is one of the most interesting cities of India and has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. The ancient Temples, Churches and Synagogues in this district are of special interest to archeologists and historians. The Chinese fishing nets, the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch palace and the Bolgatty palace in Cochin enrich the heritage of Kerala.

Munnar
Munnar is the most beautiful hill station on the Western Ghats at about 1600 meters above sea level. En route visit Koodanad, the elephant training camp. Continue to Munnar. The town is situated at the confluence of the three mountains streams Mudrapuza, Nallathanni and Kundala. There are lakes, reservoirs, forests and several tea estates. Eravikulam National Park is 30 Kms from Munnar. Munnar was the summer resort of British govt. in south. Munnar is most famous for its tea and nearly 55,000 acres of land covered with tea and look like a green carpet on earth. Morning drive to the Munnar hills to visit Eravikulam national park, Mattupetty dam, the scattered villages and later the tea factory. A visit to this beautiful hilly town (old Munnar) and the local market will be interesting.


Periyar

Periyar, one of the most famous wildlife sanctuaries of South India famous for Elephants. Spread across 777 sq. km is thick evergreen forest; this Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. This is the only sanctuary in India where you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at the close quarters from the safety of a boat on Periyar Lake.

Kumarakom
Kumarakom is a paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Situated on the Vembanad Lake, in this small water world you'll come across plenty of traditional country crafts, boats and canoes which will take you into the heart of the scenic lake.

Alleppey
The backwater travel in Kerala is world famous and the cruise in the house boat is the best way to experience the beautiful backwaters. Alleppey has a large network of canals and is a center for backwater cruises in our state. The famous Nehru Trophy Boat race - the most colorful of boat races, is held here on the second Saturday of August every year. During the cruise you will have stops to go for short walks through the villages. The villagers are normally pleasant and generous to the tourists!

Dances of Kerala
Dances of Kerala/Dance Form of Kerala - Kerala Dance is a state that dances to the rhythms of nature. Dance is an integral part of Kerala life-style and Kerala Dance. They reflect their mood, temperaments, believes and adherences through folk dances and Kerala Dance. That is why, these dances always appear in religious patterning. Some dances are exclusive for men and some for women while some of them are performed by both together. Most of the Dance Form of Kerala are performed to the accompaniment of songs and some only with musical instruments in Dance Form of Kerala. They are performed sometimes by a single performer and sometimes in group of Dances in Kerela. Costume and ornaments are the most fascinating aspect which manifests their peculiar cultural and regional identity of Dances in Kerela. There are more than fifty well-known folk dances in Kerela, among them, most popular are:
Kathakali - Kerala in India Travel ToursDances in Kerela - The most well known dance drama performed with large, elaborate makeup and costumes in Kerala in India Travel Tours.
Mohiniattam - Kerala DancesMohiniattam is one of the oldest dance form of Kerala in India Travel Tours, exclusively performed by women and known for its very sensual themes in Kerala Dances. Thiruvathirakali Also known as Thiruvathirakali, a popular symmetric group of dance by the women of kerala often during the festive season of Onam in Kerala Dances. Kuravar Kali A performance of lower class of people, who were not permitted to enter the premise of temples in Kerala Dances. Kaliyattom Kaliyattom, also called Theyyam, is a sacred dance performed for Kali from an ancient time. It is believed to be effective in the safety of society and family in Kerala Dances Tour. Padayani Annual ritualistic festival celebrated in Bhadrakali temples with due dedications, the remains of ancient Dravidian God concept and mode of worship in Kerala Dances Tour. Kolkali A mixed dance, men and women both participate, performed in a circle while striking small sticks and keeping rhythm with special steps in Kerala Dances Tour. Parichamuttukali It is a martial art form performed by the Christians of northern and central Kerala.

People

People and lifestyle of kerala - The essence of Kerala is uniqueness and beauty, that exudes in its music poetry, dance, drama, and then in its people. Most of the people out of total 33 million people belong to Dravidian co-existing with other non Dravidian ancestries of Aryan, Arab, Jewish, Portuguese, Dutch, and British.

Cuisines of kerala/foods of kerala

Cuisine in kerala is strongly flavored, gently cooked and useful to the health. There is variation in Kerala cuisines. For example, Syrian Christian cooking has clear influences of Syrian Dutch Portuguese and British in kerala food. The Moplah cuisine of Malabar expresses the traces flavor of Arab cuisine with extensive use of wheat in pathiris in kerala food. Beef mutton chicken and seafood are integral parts of their cuisine as are pulavs and biriyanis in kerala food.
Traditional dishes of kerala - foods of kerala - Kerala’s breakfasts are considered among the best one in the world; wonderful taste and appropriate nutritional value. Favorite breakfast dish is Pootu. Sadya is the traditional feast of kerala which includes an amazing variety of up to 40 vegetarian delights. Idlis and dosas are other dishes, the popularity of them have reached beyond the regional boundary. Thorans and Avial are favorite vegetable. Olen is also a very gravy dish in foods of kerala. Nothing is so important in Kerala cuisines as Banana is. cuisine in kerala is used in various forms like chips, and chewy snacks. Kaalan is one form of banana dish used as accompaniment with the main meal. Malayalee Pachadi is sweet dish made of banana in traditional dishes of kerala. Other popular dishes are Appam the soft pancake, Puttu a type of steam cake, tapioca a fish curry, desserts an accompaniment with the meal, Palppayasam a sweet dish and and Rasam a kind of sweet in traditional dishes of kerala.

Arts and Crafts
Travel to kerala arts & crafts - Travel to kerala arts & crafts, the 'God’ Own Country', has generously contributed to shape the magnificent imagination of its people. The concept of art and craft itself is very specific here. arts & crafts of kerala is not the lavishness of the object that attracts but aesthetic skills and the creative use of raw materials. Arts & crafts of kerala is like playing with the abstract keys of art by producing unique kind of designs and structures. Arts & crafts kerala boasts of some special arts & crafts of kerala as Bamboo Reed Weaving, Marquetry in wood, ivory and buffalo horn carvings, Palmyra Leaf Weaving, Kora Grass Mat Making, Rattan or Cane work, Embroidery and Lace Making, Lapidary work, Granite carving, Coconut shell carving, Lacquer work, Cotton map making etc.

Arts & crafts

Kerala Wood crafting is a magical ancient art, well practiced in the far areas of Nilgiris and Western Ghats in travel to arts & crafts kerala. There are Malayali handicrafts of screw pine such as pillow covers, mats, cushions, vanity bags, purses and hats, baskets and splendid mats, and baskets and splendid mats made of Kora grass attracting the tourists in travel to arts & crafts kerala. You can take some beautiful articles of coconut shell as lamp shades, flower vases and ashtrays for your memorials. In the field of metal crafts, Kerala has a distinct place. The magnificent artistic lamps; Greek lamp (Changalavatta), the Archana lamp, the Arati Dipa have world wide demand. Arts & crafts kerala - The Murals of Kerala are unmatched in aesthetic composition and technique. The Thirunandikkara Cave Temple in Kanya Kumari district and Kanjur Church are two specimen of Kerala paintings in travel to arts & crafts kerala. The Temple narrates sagas of Hindu gods and goddesses and visual poems of their heroic deeds while the Church portray the battle between the armies of Tipu Sultan and armies of the English East India Company.

Kerala Culture Tour

Kerala culture tours - Kerala, popularly called the ‘land of coconuts' lies at the southernmost tip of India walking along the coast of the Arabian Sea. Kerala has been the fascinating destination of Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and Chinese for years. Vasco Da Gama, the Portuguese traveler, landed in 1498 in culture tours of kerala. Kerala art and culture - Today, Kerala is most developed state of India; highest literacy rate, high health care and awareness standards, lowest infant mortality, and highest social development index. Women here enjoy equal social status in all walk of life. Kerala is a wonderful orchard where blossom colorful flowers of all religions. Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and Jews have significantly contributed in the formation of its kerala culture travel.
Kerala art and culture - The cultural heritage of its people, their ballads, songs and dances, their rituals and their intellectual pursuits is yet to be discovered. Major cultural events of Kerala are the Onam Festival, the Temple festival at Thrissur, the annual Snake Boat Races at Alleppey, Eid and Christmas in kerala culture travel. Kerala art and culture - The core of Kerala culture lies in the performing arts. The world famous dance drama Kathakali which combines to the tourists literature, music, painting, acting and dance in one performance. Theyyam is other forms of dances are famous for its unique costume and performance Thiruvathirakali is a graceful dance by women during Onam and Kaikotikalli in kerala culture travel. Culture tours of kerala - Mohiniattam, an enchanting dance, reveals absolute famine beauty through body movements on the theme of love. Kalaripayattu is a traditional martial art of Kerala. Thus the culture of Kerala represents the collective achievements of a people in all the field of religion and philosophy, language and literature, art and architecture in culture tours of kerala.

Yoga and Meditation
Kerala yoga meditation tours travel - Living with work pressure and busy schedule along with family responsibilities is very tough. Ideal way is to take a break and go to Yoga and Meditation in Kerala that returns a balance and rejuvenation in your life. Yoga in Kerala is an integrated system of education based on ancient Indian wisdom and has been in practice in India over the last 5 years. It is an art of living a healthy, balanced, peaceful and cheerful life. It converge mind body and soul together and empower Meditation and Yoga practitioner with the ability of self-recognition. It ensures ensuring mental peace harmony, moral elevation and spiritual uplift of man along with physical well-being. Yoga in Kerala is a gradual process to reach from physical and spiritual liberation of pain and suffering to the highest stage of enlightenment. There are following eight steps.
Eight steps in Ashtanga yoga and meditation in kerala : » Disciplined behavior(yama)» Self purification (niyama)» Bodily postures such as the lotus position (asana)» Control of breathing (pranayama)» Control of the senses (pratyahara)» Fixing of the mind on a chosen object (dharana)» Meditation (dhyana)» Absolute level of tranquility and relax (Samadhi)First five steps are the basis of External yoga, known as Hatha Yoga, while the latter three steps affect the psyche are known as internal yoga, known as Raja Yoga. Freshers should start from external yoga and gradually reach to the internal Yoga (Raja Yoga).

Top Attractions

Alleppey
Alleppey tourism - Travel to alleppey, also known as the ‘Venice of the East’ is one of the richest place of natural beauty in God’s own land-Kerala. Alleppey, founded by Raja Keshawadasan in the year1762, is unmatched holiday destination owing to its magnificent backwater sceneries, boat races, house boat holidays and the enthralling beaches. Two features which make it must to visits for foreign tourists, are the lovely church filled town of Kottayam and the town of Aranmula, famous for its historic Aranmula Snake Boat Race which is an annual event. Tourists attraction in Alleppey travel india » Alappuzha Beach : The Alappuzha beach has received a distinctive rank by hypnotizing the foreign visitors to view the Boat races and enjoy the houseboat holidays. It gives an aesthetic walk on the 140 years old pier which extends into the sea. A long strip of shores largely populated with the swinging palm tress and the surrounding landscape of Travel to alleppey offers an unmatchable fascination to the beach.
» Krishnapuram Palace :The palace of Kings of the Kayamkulam kingdoms presents a rare speciment of the Kerala style of architecture. The palace is decorated with gabled roofs, narrow corridors and dormer windows. Accomodation in Alleppey tourismTravel to alleppey - Alleppey tourism offers all kinds of stay providing you a natural touch. Some prominent hotels are the 3 star Prince hotel, 52 villa air conditioned Marari Beach resort, House boats or Kettuvalams and the heritage styled Kereleyam Ayurvedic Resort.

Idukki
Idukki travel tours, also known 'God's Own Hideaway' has been blessed generously by Mother Nature. Being the most nature rich area of Kerala, idukki tourism offers plethora of opportunities to explore wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, spice plantation tours, mountain treks, elephant rides etc. Like its wonderful natural setting Idukki tourism has a number of tribes of Kerala which have unique customs and beliefs and maintain an ethos which is distinctly different from that of the mainstream culture in Idukki travel tours. Tourists Attractions and Idukki Travel Tours» The Idukki Arch Dam : This dam is world's second and Asia's first arch dam, built across the Kuravan and Kurathi hills making the hight of 550 ft and width of 650 ft, at the Cheruthoni barrage in travel to kerala.
» Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary : The sanctuary consists of the spread of 77 sq.km extending over the Thodupuzha and Udumbanchola taluks of Idukki district and located at about 450-748 m. above the sea level in tourism in idukki. The Idukki Reservoir is made up of three dams - Cheruthoni, Idukki and Kulamanu - extends to 33 sq.km in travel to kerala. » Sahyadri Ayurvedic Centre : Idukki tourism is an Ayurvedic destination. The Sahydri Ayurvedic Centre is a famous treatment center through natural resources. Organised by the Peermede Development Society in Pallikunnu the center is known for its rejuvenating treatments in tourism in idukki.» Hill View Park : The park covers a wide area of 8 acres of land near to Idukki Arch Dam and Cheruthony Dam presenting a large area in a look. tourism in idukki has been magically designed which keep turned on the traveller. Accommodation Idukki offers a wide range of accommodation options to the tourists including hotels, bungalows and guesthouses in travel to kerala. Some prominenet hotels are Maurya Monarch, Thodupuzha, Edassery Resorts, Kattappana, Greenberg Holiday Resorts, Kulamavu in idukki hill station.

Kannur
Travel kannur, also known as the crown of Kerala offers a tremendous combination of nature and human life in tourism in kannur india tours. Settled far away from the maddening crowd, kannur india tours fascinates the tourists by its breathtaking landscapes and picturesque of beaches adorned with rows of green coconut palms in tourism in kannur. Kerala is the most green and natural place in India but travel kannur represents Kerala to the tourists in travel kannur india tours. Tourists attractions in kannur travel and tourism in kannur tours» Hill Stations in Ezhimala and Paithal Mala : Kannur india travel is a hub of Hill stations. The famous hill station, Ezhimala consists of a beautiful beach and mountains. Here grows some rare medical herbs (Ramayana) and nearby is an old tower of great antiquity: the Mount Deli lighthouse in kannur trip.
» Madayi Mosque : This beautiful monsque was established by Malic Iben Dinar, a Arab Mulism who came to spread the message of Islam in India in kannur tours. He also brought a block of white marble from Mecca by its founders and set in this mosque in kannur trip. » Pazhassi Gardens & Dam : Mattannur the Pazhassi dam & reservoir at 37 km in the east of kannur india travel offers beautiful landscape on kannur tours. Three beautiful things gathers here togather. One can cruise down the river in D.T.P.C. boats often crossing small islands inhabited only riverine birds in kannur trip . Accommodation in kannur tourism and Kannur TravelKannur india travel has various hotels that offer riveting service and delightful stay in beach and ayurveda resorts. They range from luxurious hotels to economy hotels. Almost All of them offer modern amenities and fascinating services. Some prominent hotels are Malabar Residency, 3 Star, Mascot Beach Resort, 3 Star, Paris Presidency, Perumal Tourist Home, Royal Omars, Yathri Niwas in kannur tourism.

Kollam
Kollam travel/kollam india travel - Honored with the proverb "A place if you see once, you will not need home any more", Travel kollam tours is a green strip embroidered by the Ashtamudi lake at 71 Km away from Thiruvananthapuram. God has blessed Kollam with all unique features -sea, lakes, mountains, plains, streams, rivers, backwaters, forest, vast green fields and tropical crop of every variety; both food crop and cash crop, so called 'The Gods Own Capital'. Climate in kollam tours is warm tropical with an oppressive summer and plenty of seasonal rainfall in travel kollam in Kollam Travel PackagesTourists Attractions - Kollam travel/kollam india travel» Thangasseri Beach : Thangasseri Beach is the most uncommon beach in Kerala in travel kollam . Here meet the Classiccal past and Nautre and make their visitors an aesthetic feel. Three Kms long spicy beach-setting with swaying palm trees at one hand and ruin of an old Portuguese Fort and churches built in the 18th century at other hypnotize the visitors. It is an unforgettable experience of romance and moaning past in kollam travel.
» Thevalli Palace : The Palace is known for its architectural beauty and natural setting. Located on the banks of Arabian Sea. The palace is located in the natural environment of Sasthamkotta fresh water lake, where surroundings is covered by hills on the three sides in kollam india Travel. » Dharmasastha Temple : It is the temple of Lord Ayyappa. The remarkable custom here is that devotees have to step on the droppings of the primate. The temple is close to Sasthamkotta lake which fulfills the drinking water needs of the entire district in kollam tours.Accommodation - kollam indiaKollam travel/kollam india travel - Staying in Kollam is a fabulous experience. Here are available hotels of all range with all modern facilities. These hotels are established in a natural environment and give the tourists a special feel.

Kottayam
Tour to kottayam in Kerala - A chief backwater destination, Kottayam adorns itself with lush green hills, mangrove forests, coconut groves, rubber plantations and an intricate network of waterways. To the east of this picturesque town lie the Western Ghats while the Vembanad Lake borders it on the west tour to kottayam in south india. To spend some quality time and to soak in the pristine beauty, both natural and traditional, of Kerala, Kottayam happens to be one of the foremost. Kottayam experiences an equatorial type of climate in tour to kottayam in south india. Tourist Attractions - kottayam tour in india» Thirunakkara Mahadeva Shiva Temple : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is one of the major attractions in the town of Kottayam. The temple is built on the lines of the South Indian temple architecture in kottayam tour in india.
» Valiyapally : Erected in AD 1550, the church stands in dedication of St Mary. Tour to kottayam in south india is also counted among the largest churches in Kottayam. The 8th century Persian crosses and the Pahlavi inscriptions are worth seeing in kottayam tour in india.» Thazhathangadi Mosque : The 1000-year-old mosque is a chief pilgrimage centre in Kottayam. Built by Malik Dinar, the ancient mosque is known for its brilliant architecture and is a regular haunt of both locals and outsiders alike kottayam at kerala in india.» Good Shepherd Church : The Italian styled church has the eminence of being the first church of the Diocese of Vijayapuram. Its construction was completed in 1882 and the renovation work was done in 1964 to preserve the church kottayam at kerala in india.AccommodationThough there are not many, you can find good stay options at Kottayam. The hotels in Kottayam are known for their standard services and the traditional hospitality. Some of the famous hotels in Kottayam include Hotel Prince and Hotel Windsor Castle kottayam at kerala in india.

Kozhikode
Kozhikode tour packages/kozhikode holiday packages - Bounded by the Arabian Sea on its west and the Wayanad Hills on the east, Kozhikode has all the ingredients that account for making a vacation successful. The wonderfully set town is known for its ship building yard, timber industry and ancient places of worship including temples and churches. During the 7th century, Kozhikode served as an important port for Chinese and Middle Eastern traders. One can pay a visit to Kozhikode anytime of the year in kozhikode holidays.Tourist Attractions - kozhikode tourism» Beypore Beach : An erstwhile fishing harbour and port, the Beypore Beach lies 10 km south of kozhikode holiday packages. The ancient ship building industry located here attracted a good number of merchants from West Asia.
» Kolavipalam Beach : Also popular as the 'Turtle Beach', the Payyoli-Kolavipalam Beach lies at a distance of 4 km from Kottakkal. It is situated south of the Murad River and is flocked to for its Olive Ridley Turtles that inhabit the spot in kozhikode holidays. » Vadakara : Vadakara, which is 48 km from Kozhikode, was an important centre of trade in the ancient times. Besides, it is also the birth place of Thacholi Othenan, the legendary hero of Vadakkanpattu in kozhikode holidays. » Peruvannamuzhi Hill Station : The hill station is located at a distance of 60 km from Kozhikode. At this picnic spot, you can indulge in boating in kozhikode holiday packages. You can also visit the island, a bird sanctuary and a crocodile farm that are situated here.Accommodationkozhikode tour packages - Khozhikode offers a variety of stay options to travellers. Hotel Taj Residency is a 5 star while Fortune Hotel falls into the budget category. The first class hotel Malabar Palace is also a nice option to stay at.

Kasarkod
Kasaragod travel and kasaragod tourism/traveling kasaragod kerala- Sharing its boundary with the Kodagu Hills and Mangalore districts of Karnataka, Kasaragod occupies a position on the northern extremities of Kerala. Fishing is the main source of earning a livelihood for the residents of Kasaragod. Besides, the coir and the hand loom industries also form a major part of the economic sphere of the town. The abundance of attractions in the town make it famous as the land of gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches in travel guide kasaragod. Tourist Attractions - Traveling kasaragod kerala» Bekal Fort : The 300-year-old fort is one of the most ancient and the best kept forts in the state of Kerala. A major portion of the fort is drenched by the sea water and waves keep it stroking frequently. It is at a distance of 16 km from Kasaragod in kasaragod travel guide.
» Pallikere Beach : The beach lies at a distance of 1 km from the Bekal Fort. Apart from offering a number of recreational activities, the beach also affords stunning views of the fort in travel guide kasaragod. » Bekal Hole Aqua Park : 1 km from the Bekal Fort, the aqua park maintains its singularity in the northern Kerala. It offers various options of entertainment including pedal boating and water cycling in travel guide kasaragod. » Kappil Beach : The beach is 6 km from the Bekal Fort. With fine options of fun and entertainment, the beach is on its way to becoming a popular tourist spot. The Kodi cliff, located nearby, offers panoramic views of the sea in kasaragod travel guide. Accommodation - Traveling kasaragod keralaKasaragod travel guide - Stay can be arranged at one star hotels like Hotel City Tower and Hotel Apsara Regency. The hotels provide well appointed standard rooms, deluxe suites and cottages to cater to your needs. Both the hotel are positioned close to the railway station in kasaragod travel guide.

Mallappuram
Visit to malappuram india - Mamalappuram Travel Guide, meaning a land atop hills, is a worthy aspect of the exotic beauty that magnetises tourists to Kerala. Beaches, backwaters, rivers, hills, valleys and vast plantations impart a charm no traveller can escape. Malappuram places to see the Nilgiri Hills bind the town on its east while the Lakshadweep Sea runs along its western coast. Malappuram places to see city travel has a tropical kind of climate. Tourist Attractions - Malappuram places to see in Kerala» Nedumkayam : Here, you can enjoy a stay at the wooden rest-houses built during the British Raj, and spot herds of elephants and deer in the thick forest. Also located here is an elephant training centre which is equally interesting for tourists in Malappuram tours.
» Kottakkal : Kottakkal is popular for its Arya Vaidya Sala that attracts a number of tourists. Malappuram city travel Besides enjoying the therapies at the Ayurveda centre, you can also visit the Venkittatheva Temple located here. » Ponnani : An important trade centre in the bygone eras, Ponnani is popular as a fishing centre. An ancient mosque also attracts a good number of tourists. Biyyam Kayal, closely located, is the place where boat races are held during the Onam Festival in Malappuram tours. » Trikkandiyur : Visit to malappuram india - The birthplace of Thunjath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan (Father of Modern Malayalam Literature), Trikkandiyur commemorates the great poet and people arrive here to visit the library and to attend the Thunjan Utsava held during the last week of December in Malappuram city travel. AccommodationVisit to Malappuram india - Though Malappuram Tours doesn't offer 5-star luxury hotels, it does have comfortable stay options in malappuram city travel. You can choose to stay at Hotel Mahendrapuri, Hotel Zodiac International, Ambady Tourist Home, Sagar Tourist Home, Rajdhani Tourist Home etc.

Palakkad
Palakkad travel and palakkad tours and travel - A wondrous holiday destination in Kerala, Palakkad Kerala offers an atmosphere to enjoy, relax and rejuvenate. Also popular as the 'Granary of Kerala', the picturesque town is a wonderful accumulation of valleys, rivers, hillocks, mountain streams and forests. The town is positioned at the foot of the Western Ghats. Those hailing from the North India find Palakkad as a suitable gateway to the natural bounties of Kerala. Palakkad India experiences a tropical climate.Palakkad Tours and Palakkad travel Attractions» Palakkad City : Erected by the Mysore ruler Haider Ali, the father of Tipu Sultan, the Palakkad City is a major draw for tourists arriving here. It was built to promote the links between Coimbatore and the West Coast in palakkad travel and palakkad city.
» Chittur Gurumadam : It is the site where the poet-saint Thunchath Ezhuthachan spent his last days. It stands on the banks of river Sokanasini. Some of the ancient manuscripts and the saint's belongings are preserved here to visit.» Dhoni Waterfalls : Dhoni is located at a distance of 15 km from Palakkad Kerala. It is a reserve forest area that can be accessed by undertaking a 3-hour-long trek from the foot of the Dhoni Hills. » Vishwanatha Swamy Shrine : 3 km from Palakkad Kerala, the Vishwanatha Swamy shrine is the oldest Shiva temple here. The Annual Chariot Festival, that continues for seven days, attracts a good number of locals and tourists from afar.Accommodation - Palakkad indiaPalakkad India offers fine accommodation options in its hotels and resorts. The hotels are known for higher ranking standards and a hospitable staff. Popular hotels include Hotel Indraprastha (3 Star) and the luxurious Kairali Health Resort.

Thrissur
Tour Thrissur, world renowned for Thrissur Pooram, an annual temple festival, has the eminence of being the cultural capital of Kerala. With a number of museums, temples, art schools and institutes, the town exudes an ethnic charm the no visitor can escape. Making a trip to the city during Tour Thrissur Pooram Festival is considered to be highly significant. Thrissur Travel experiences a tropical and humid climate.Tourist Attractions - Holidaying in Thrissur» Vadakkumnathan Temple : The temple architecture of Kerala is a popular theme for tourists. And the Vadakkumnathan Temple is a brilliant representative of the art. It is also the venue of the Thrissur Pooram Festival which is the mother of all temple festivals in the state.
» Town Hall : The Town Hall is the place to be for art connoisseurs. The picture gallery displays a fascinating collection of exquisite murals from all over the state. Watching these paintings is a worthy experience.» Vilangankunnu : A perfect spot for arranging picnics, Vilangannu is at a distance of 7 km from Thrissur Travel. The Children's Park located here is nice place for kids to enjoy. The park is open from 0700 hours to 1900 hours.» Guruvayoor : Guruvayoor is situated at a distance of 29 km northwest of Thrissur Travel. It is the known for the famed Sree Krishna Temple. The temple is one of the most significant in Kerala and is a chief pilgrimage centre.Accommodation - Hotels in Thrissur & Travel To ThrissurHotels in Thrissur - Tour Thrissur offers a number hotels offering multi-cuisine restaurants and air-conditioned rooms that come along with all the modern amenities. Popular hotels in Thrissur include the Casino Hotel Ltd and the Hotel Luciya Palace.


Poovar Island Resort Kovalam

The exotic town of Poovar in the state of Kerala exudes a rural charm that no visitor can escape. Vast expanses of coconut groves, thatched villages and an intricate network of backwater canals offer abundant options to turn your days into an unforgettable vacation. Poovar lies at a distance of 30 km from Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala. Trivandrum also serves as the closest airport and railway station. Tourist Attractions in poovar island resort reservation» Poovar Beach : The virgin beauty of the silvery beach of Poovar makes it a much preferred tourist destination in the state. What sets it apart from other beach destinations is its feature of being less crowded.
» Water Sports : While on the Poovar Beach, you can also opt for a number of water sports options. Take a river cruise or enjoy pedal boating and have a tete-a-tete with nature that has conferred its charm on the town. » Village Visit : Poovar island resort reservation is a place with highlighted rural charm. You can so decide to take a leisurely stroll and explore the villages that make Kerala traditionally rich. The scenic setting of the village perhaps redefine exoticism. Accommodation in poovar island resort reservationThe eco-friendly Poovar island resort thiruvananthapuram is perhaps the nicest option to relish your days at Poovar. The poovar island resort thiruvananthapuram offers tastefully appointed Land Cottages, Floating Cottages and Deluxe Floating Villas. It also provides a special sea food restaurant to make your days special. Isola-di-Cocco and the Estuary Island Resort are the other good options of stay in poovar island resort Tiruvananthapuram.

Wyanad
Wayanad Tourism, the green paradise in Kerala, is a leading destination where the Nature in pristine beauty welcomes the travellers. Located among the mountains of western ghat, 76 km away from the nearest sea-shore of Kozhikode, Wayanad Travel Guide offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, an insight into tribal culture, a variety of remote monuments, trekking and exceptional adventure opportunities. This loveliest Wayanad Hill Station is famous in the world of spices for its unique quality and aroma. The climate in Wayanad Kerala Travel is uniformly pleasant throughout the year.Tourist Attractions in Wayanad Travel Guide» Chembra Peak : Wayanad Hill Station - The hills, rocks and valleys have granted Wayanad Travel Guide a very unique character offering excellent opportunities for Trekking. Chembra peak, the highest Wayanad Hill Station near Meppady town, provide a panoramic view of the scenic beauty of Tour Travel Wayanad enthralling the trekkers.
» Pookot Lake : Pookot lake is the most sought after tourist spot of Wayanad spreading over the three kms in the south of Vythiri. Filled with fresh water and overwhelmed with ever green mountains, the land enhance its picturesque setting, while the salubrious climate ensures the attraction of the spot equally attractive to visitors around the year. » Soochippara Waterfalls : The waterfalls at Soochippara near Meppadi is a spell binding scene to the tourists. The waterfalls from the hight of 300 feet while making a rhythmic sound of splash, gives a magical touch to the eyes. Tour Travel Wayanad - Accommodation - Hotels in WayanadUncrowded, clean and friendly Wayanad Kerala Travel offers to choose good hotels and resorts in Kalpetta, nearest place from Tour Travel Wayanad sanctuary or Vythiri. Among the famous resorts are Hotel Green Gates, Hotel Harita Giri, ISSACS The Resorts in Kalpetta while Green Magic Tree House Resort, Vythiri Resorts in Vythiri include.

Tellicherry
The town of Tellicherry or Thalassery stands on the Malabar Coast of Kerala. Located in the Kanuur District of Kerala, the town has the distinction of being the birthplace of the Indian circus. It is famously known as the 'City of Cricket, Cakes and Circuses. Tellicherry was developed into a chief seaport during the British Rule. Later in 1708, the British also set up the Thalassery Fort by the sea to control the trade of spice from here. Tourist Attractions » Thalassery Fort : The fort was erected by the East India company in 1708 to gain control over the spice trade from the town. The historical edifice is square shaped and has huge walls, hidden tunnels and doors with detailed carvings.
» Payyambalam Beach : A regular haunt of students, picnickers and foreign tourists, the beach is one of the most picturesque in the state of Kerala. It is located at a distance of only 2 km from the Kannur town. » Kannavam : Another big draw for tourists, the place is a good option to indulge in forest and stream trekking. Lush green environs and the serenity of the place seem to be the perfect ingredients to make your vacations uniquely special. » Parassinkkadavu Snake Park : The snake park offers to see 150 varities of snakes including king cobra, cobra, krait, Russell's viper, Pit viper etc. The park lies at 16 km from the Kannur town. Accommodation The Kannur town offers a number cheap and budget stay options. Some of these include Malabar Residency (3 star), Mascot Beach Resort (3 star), Paris Presidency, Yatri Niwas etc.



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