By Transpire Kerala Holidays

02/04/2010 Fascinating Facts:-

• Kerala located on the southern most end of India, covering a distance of 550km along with the southwest cost of India.
• Kerala is the only state in India, which is famous for its tranquil backwaters, which are lifeline of the state.
• Kerala is famous for Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine for treatment, which is well known across the globe.
• Kerala is the home of the well-known art forms like Kathakali ,Koodiyattam etc
• Kerala has the highest literacy rate among all the Indian states

Introduction:-
Kerala being the “paradise for travelers” is famous for its pristine backwaters, valleys, ancient temples and lush green plantations of cloves, cardamom and coffee. With the Arabian sea in the west and the dense forests of Western Ghats in the east, Kerala is surrounded by Exotic beaches and coconut groves.
Kerala popularly known as “God’s own country is gifted with ancient temples which is famous for its architectural heritage. It’s the home to myriad culture, which has been well maintained by both the State government and the people.
Location of Kerala:-
Kerala located on the southwestern tip of the Indian mainland is bound by the Arabian sea on the west, Karnataka on the north and northeast and Tamil Nadu on the east. It is one of the important destinations for honeymoon couples. The weather in Kerala is moderate. The equable climates here are one of the main reasons behind its emergence as a hot tourist destination.
Charm of Kerala:-
Virgin beaches, pristine backwaters, magnificent highlands, exotic wildlife, ancient temples and enchanting art forms etc offers a unique experience, which is totally different from other Indian states. The endless list of exhilarating things here is captivating and her beauty will mesmerize you.
Tranquil backwaters:-
Kerala has an extensive network of interconnected waterways, rivers, lakes and inlets, which forms the main constituents of Kerala backwaters. It stretches over a distance of 900 km. If you miss the opportunity to visit the Venice city and Gondolla ride, don’t worry; you can experience the same from these backwaters of Kerala. It’s an excellent place for backwater tourism. Most of the towns here are well interconnected with backwaters cruises and they serve as starting and ending points of these cruises.
Tourists across the globe come here to enjoy the scenic beauty of these backwater destinations. These backwater destinations here are a famous hot spot for honeymoon couples. Cochin, Alappuzha, Kasargod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Kumarakom, Kuttanad, Thiruvallam, and Thiruvananthapuram etc.are some of the famous destinations for backwater tourism.
Exquisitely Carved temples:-
Kerala fondly referred as “God’s own country”, has links with major religions of the world. Exquisitely carved temples here have the ability to transform an atheist into a religious person. The architectural designs of these temples are built in accordance with the natural resources and climatic conditions of the state. The temples in every town of kerala have at least one trace of origin to antiquity. Some of the most revered temples of Kerala are Padmanabha Swami Temple and Sivagiri Temple in Thiruvananthapuram district, Guruvayoor Temple in Trichur district, Sabarimala Temple and Tiruvalla Temple in Pathanamthitta district, Mannarshala Temple and Ambalapuzha Temple in Alappuzha district.
Salubrious Hill Stations:-
Virgin beaches, backwaters and tropical vegetation are not the only attractions of Kerala. The salubrious hill stations are some of the most sought after hidden treasures of Kerala. These enchanting hill stations are nestled in the lap of the Western ghats and Blue mountains. The hill resorts offer cool, misty and calm environment that will make your trip uphill. The hill stations here are home to vast areas of tea, coffee, cardamom, pepper, vanilla and rubber plantations. some of the well known hill stations of Kerala are Munnar, Wayanad, Idukki, Ponmudi, Devikulam, Nelliampathy and Wagamon. These hill stations are the best place for nature photography, trekking, mountain climbing, spice tours, birding, lake boat cruises etc.
Verdurous Wildlife Sanctuaries:-
Located amidst in the lush canopies of the Western Ghats, Kerala offers plenty of options for nature lovers and wild life enthusiasts, such as exploring the innumerable wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. There are 12 wildlife sanctuaries and 2 national parks in Kerala; all offers a rich collection of diverse flora and fauna. . Elephants which are an integral part in ‘God’s Own Country’, are often referred as the “sons of the ‘Sahya’, and a ride with them will be an appropriate one to explore the verdurous wildlife sanctuaries. These wildlife sanctuaries with the misty mountains, picturesque valleys, magnificent waterfalls and meadows will enable you to have a closer look into the wonderful creations of the “Mother Nature”. Some of the luscious wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are Peppara Wildlife sanctuary, Neyyar Wildlife sanctuary, Shenduruni Wildlife sanctuary, Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, Idduki Wildlife sanctuary, Chinnar Wildlife sanctuary, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Silent Valley National Park and Eravikulam National Park. All these destinations are ideal for adventure lovers and are apt for jungle trekking.
Exotic beaches:-
Kerala has some of the finest beaches in India. The 600km long sandy shoreline is embellished with some of the world’s exotic beaches, lagoons, natural harbors and sheltered coves. These palm fringed beaches are one of the favorite hot spots for both International and National tourists. Some of the popular beaches blessed with breathtaking beauty are Kovalam beach, Poovar beach, Varkala beach, Alappuzha beach, Cherai beach, Fort Kochi beach and Kappad beach. The beaches here are ideal for adventure lovers and offer a variety of water sports like swimming, scuba diving, surfing and many more.
Ayurveda Treatment:-
Kerala is famous for Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine for treatment, which is well known across the globe. It is believed that this ancient form of treatment has been originated from Kerala. Ayurvedic treatment is one of the major attractions for many tourists who come here. It is assumed as one of the best ways of treatment without undergoing any surgical operations or intaking heavy doses of costly medicines. Some of the famous Ayurveda center of the Kerala are Rajah Healthy Acres in Palakkad district, Manasa Sarovar Ayurveda Mandir at Trivandrum, Karakathi Beach House at Kovalam etc.
Access to Kerala:-
Kerala is well connected by Rail, Air and by Road.
By Air: The quickest way to get to Kerala is by air. The airlines here are connected to almost all important Indian states. Kerala has three International air ports at Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode. All these are well connected to both domestic and International flights. Some of the International destinations which are joined to Kerala are Colombo, Maldives, Abu dabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Bahrain, Doha, Ras-al-khaimah, Kuwait, Riyadh, Muscat, Fujairah and Singapore.
By Rail: The trains in Kerala connect all important cities in India. There are nearly 200 railway stations in Kerala, which are very well connected to each other by the extensive network of Indian Railway. Long distance express trains connect Kerala with the four metropolitan cities of the country such as Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata.
By Road: One can also get to Kerala by the vast network of roads that connect every region of Kerala with each other. The National highways that connect Kerala with rest of the country are NH 47, 17 and 49.

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