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Welcome to Kerala, God's Own Country. You are surfing 'the
place to visit' in India, besides the Taj Mahal. Kerala
isone of the ten 'Paradises Found' by the National
Geographic Traveler, for its diverse geography and
overwhelming greenery. It is a land much acclaimed for the
contemporary nature of its cultural ethos, and much
appreciated for the soothing, rejuvenating paradise that it
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With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats
towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty
four rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features
that have made it one of the most sought after tourist
destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long
shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil streches of
emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic
wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy
fields. Ayurvedic health holidays. Enchanting art forms.
Magical festivals. Historicand cultural monuments. An
exotic cuisine... All of which offer you a unique
experience. And what's more, every one of these charming
destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A
singular advantage no other destination offers. |
Kochi (Cochin) :
The port city of Kochi (longknown as Cochin) is located on
a cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas half way up the
Goan coast. The majority of tourists stay in the Ernakulam
district but the old section of Mattancherry and Fort
Cochin is the main focus of interest. All linked by a
series of ferries and bridges, these districts are an
unlikelyblend of medieval Portuguese, Dutch and English
architecture. Near the waterfront are St Francis Church
(India's oldest), a 16th century Portuguese palace and a
synagogue dating back 450 years. Setamong all this are
spice markets and a village green that could have been
transported from rural England. The architecture follows
the history of European influence. Kolchi came to
prominence in 1405 when the royal family moved here and
the city became an important harbour attracting Christian,
Jewish and Arab settlers from the Middle East. The
Portuguese arrived in the early 16th century, followed by
the Dutch and later the English. One of Kochi’s main
attractions is the Kathakali dance which can be seen a
tone of many special tourist theatres, or, more
authentically one performed by a temple-based company. The
best way to explore the town is on bicycle, which can be
hired from a number of companies.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary :
The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is set in the high ranges
of the western Ghats in Southern India. Consisting of a
National Park and a Tiger reserve, the Periyar wildlife
Sanctuary preserves a beautiful lake in the heart of the
sanctuary. The lake initially formed as are servoir of a
Dam provides drinking water to the wildlife for their
sustainance. Along the sides of the lake are marshy tall
grass land areas giving it an exquisite look. In the
marshy land are sometimes seen the Langurs and the
Macaque. The park lies 75 miles southeast of Kochi at an
altitude between 900 to 1800m.Tourism in Kerala
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Kerala Backwaters : One of the most memorable
experiences for travellers in Kerala is aboat journey on the
backwaters of Kerala. The best known is the area known as
Kuttanad, situated between the hills in the west and the
Arabian Sea, stretching for 50 miles south of Kochi...
Ayurveda in Kerala : Around 5000 years ago, Indians
evolved aunique system of health care called 'Ayurveda'.
This took care of all their ailments and diseases. Later
with the introduction of Allopathic treatment, ayurveda lost
its initialrespect. However, off late, not only Indians, but
also people from various other countries...
Beaches in Kerala : Kerala is endowed with a long
600kms of undulated shoreline, dotted with a landscape laden
with ripe yellow mangoes, that taste of Summer.Kerala, is an
endless visual feast, with the beaches in unison with the
golden sands, palms and the slow life behind the charm and
grace of the bluewaters. |
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