Kerala Travel Guide

Kerala known as 'God's own Country' is blessed with the bounty and the beauty of the nature. The sun kissed golden beaches, the cool breeze of the sea, the verdant greenery, the rich cultural legacy and the hospitable people make for a delightful experience of discovery and rejuvenation for the tourists.

Situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, it is believed to be created by 'Parasurama' an incarnation of Mahavishnu. The state is a rich repository of Dravidian culture with vibrant age-old traditions of Kalaripayattu, Pooram, Theyyam, Kathakali, Bharathanatyam and Onam celebrations.

The important cities of the state are Alappuzha called as 'Venice of the East', Cochin-the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala, Kollam- the center of India's cashew processing and trading industries, Kozhikode-the third largest city of the state popular for its traditional art forms, Palakkad or Palghat famous for its natural beauty and Thekkady noted for its hill station and wildlife center.

There are galore of places of interest for the tourists like its historical monuments, palatial temples, fabulous beaches, serene backwaters, ayurvedic massages, and more.

Few of the noteworthy places that you should check out are Alwaye Palace, Bolghatty Palace, Hill Palace Museum, Kanakakkunnu Palace, Kovalam beach, Alappuzha Beach, Beypore beach, Varkala beach, and Kozhikode and Kochi backwaters.

The Periyar wildlife sanctuary at Thekkadi, the Sabarimala pilgrimage center, Edcal Cave are others not to be missed tourist attractions.

Kerala is well connected with air, road and rail and offers excellent accommodation and hotels facilities. Hotels of both star and non-star categories can be found here plus the resorts, restaurants and cafes that suit every pocket.

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