Kerala Tourist Destinations - Most Beautiful Natural Places to Visit

Kerala Tourist Destinations  - Most Beautiful Natural Places to Visit 

Kerala, the south Indian state between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, is one of the most popular tourist destinations all around the world. Blessed with timeless natural wonders like wildlife, mountains, rivers, backwaters, lakes, hill stations, plains, plantations- it charms both local as well as international tourists. The state boasts of several destinations, each with its own unique features, that makes them all perfect places to explore. These Kerala destinations are explored by tourists throughout the year.

An Overview
Kerala is a beautiful state that conjures up the image of pristine green foliage, interlinked channels of canals, backwater and rivers, fishing boats returning at sunset, rich temples with its traditional practices and one of the most friendly, jovial and laid back people in India. These are just a few reasons which make the state a popular tourist destination of India and World. This socialist state is a successful model of socialism in India and its proper implementation sees the highest literacy rate in India. The geographical diversity is vast as the state is blessed with sheer cliffs of Western Ghats in the Northern Malabar and the eastern portion is covered by Nilgiri and Palni Hills. The southern region is full of green foliage and a channel of interlinked canals, rivers and lakes all separated from the Arabian Sea by narrow strip of land and some of the most pristine white sand beaches of World are present here.


Some of the best Kerala Tourism destinations are:

Thiruvananthapuram
Previously known as Trivandrum, this laid-back capital of Kerala has an easy-going old world charm. Places worth seeing while in Thiruvananthapuram, are the Padmanabhapuram Palace, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, and the Puttan Malika Palace where the maharajas of Travancore held court. The museum at the palace displays historical artifacts and exquisite paintings by Raja Ravi Verma. Many buildings in Thiruvananthapuram display the traditional architecture of Kerala, with tiled roofs, carved wooden pillars and large verandahs overlooking green lawns. English is commonly spoken across Kerala and the pleasant climate of this city makes a tour of Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, a relaxing and enjoyable trip.

Kovalam
This group of three crescent shaped beaches is known as one of the best beach resorts in India. With clean sandy stretches, opportunities for water sports and Ayurvedic masseurs offering their services to visitors alongside the beach, you're sure to enjoy a relaxing vacation in this idyllic beach paradise.

Kochi
Previously known as Cochin, this important port city is known for the Chinese Fishing nets seen in its harbor and for its legendary spices including pepper, which were exported from Cochin to the West. With many foreign powers setting up trading houses in this city, the architecture of Kochi reflects this international influence. Fort Cochin, the St. Francis Church, the spice market and the Jewish Synagogue are places to see on your tour of Kochi. A sunset cruise in Kochi harbor where you see the sun dip below the sea and the last rays of light silhouette the Chinese fishing nets is an experience that's not to be missed when you travel to Kochi.

Kerala Backwaters
Traveling on a houseboat, through a quiet world of wind and water, with no noises but the swaying of the palm trees, the birds calling to each other and the sound of water splashing against the hull of your boat. Before you sleep at night, you can try to count the myriad stars in the clear sky above you, on the backwaters of Kerala. The waterways that connect the villages along the backwaters, reveal fascinating glimpses of village life in Kerala - you can see children running alongside, fields being ploughed and fishing eagles and cormorants diving for fish, as you drift along on a backwater cruise in Kerala. Most cruises are organized around Alleppey, Kuttanad and Kochi in Kerala.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
This wildlife sanctuary in the Idukki district of Kerala, is set around the Periyar Lake - an artificial lake created by a dam on the Periyar River. Originally the royal hunting ground of the Maharajas of Travancore, Periyar is now a protected national park. A boat cruise on the lake lets tourists observe the animals from nearby, as they come to the waters edge to drink. Herds of elephants come together and can be seen drinking, bathing and playing nears the water. Other wildlife that can be seen in Periyar include tigers, leopards, monkeys, nilgai, sloth bear, porcupine, the Malabar Flying Squirrel and many birds including the Great Indian Hornbill. The best time to visit Periyar is between December and April.

Allappuzha
Known for the annual snake boat races, hld in this sea saide town around the fetival of Onam, in Kerala, Allappuzha or Alleppey is transformed into a hub of excitement as tams of rowers power the swift snake boats called Chundanvalloms through the waters, competing for the annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race.

Thrissur
The temple festival at Thrissur is a grand event where two rows of magnificently decorated tuskers, stand facing each other while drummers beat out a traditional rhythm and representatives of the temple raise colored parasols over the elephants bearing the images of the deities of neighboring temples, is both an intense religious event and a colorful tourist attraction in Kerala.

Munnar
Located in the hill ranges of Kerala, Munnar is a vision in green. Some of the highest tea estates in Kerala can be seen in Munnar, as the hills surrounding this scenic town are carpeted with tea bushes, spice plantations and greenery. There are also opportunities for nature walks, trekking and bird watching tours in Munnar.

Ponmudi
This hillstation in the Western Ghats, located around 65 km from Thiruvananthapuram, is a picturesque getaway. The green hills, with winding roads, pretty cottages, and an abundance of birds and butterflies flying through the spice plantations and tea estates, make it an idyllic Kerala tourism destination. These are some of the well-known tourism destinations of Kerala. There are many more beaches, hill stations, and quiet getaways in Kerala where you can enjoy a relaxing holiday on tours of Kerala, India.

Thekkady
Thickly forested Thekkady is just the place for wildlife enthusiasts. Famous for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary located around the serene Periyar Lake, Thekkady enchants you with picturesque vistas and abundant wildlife. Tour spice plantations and see the attractions of spice plantations that envelop entire Thekkady in a delightfully aromatic mist. Tour Pullumedu , Ottakathalamedu and Kurusimala as you discover magical Thekkady and its myriad charms.

About India Tourism and Major Tourist Places and Attraction

About India Tourism and Major Tourist Places and Attraction

Divided by the Tropic of Cancer and extending from the amazing altitudes of the Himalayas to the peninsular plateau dipping to the shores of vast Indian Ocean. India is the land of strikingly complex society. Immensely vibrant and infinitely diverse, India, since time immemorial has welcomed, intrigue and fascinated the visitors. Complex culture, curious contrasts and phenomenal physical beauty are elements of intoxicating experience presented by India.


WILDLIFE IN INDIA
India, is unique, perhaps unequaled, in the richness and variety of its wildlife. Almost 350 mammal species, over a thousand of birds and more than 30,000 insect specious and not to forget richness and diversity of its vegetation, the country is a virtual paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Numerous wildlife sanctuaries and national parks preserve the grandeur and magnificence of her civilization - a never miss for Travel!

STATES OF INDIA
With an area of around 33 lakh sq km, India is the land of 29 states, 6 Union Territories and 1 National Capital Territory (New Delhi) - Unity in Diversity. Its a land of breathtaking extremes, diverse multitude of cultures, languages, religious, dress, cuisine, fairs and festivals - all exemplified in its units. 

PILGRIM CENTRES
The kind of cosmopolitan existence amidst diversity India has is simply unparalleled. The length and breadth of the country is dotted with religious structures of Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Jainism, Judaism and Zorastrianism. Be it the Hindu shrine of Badrinath or Banaras or the shrine of Moinuddin Chisti at Ajmer - each one draws lakhs and millions. 

HERITAGE SITES
With its historical and cultural richness, India itself is a grand heritage site. From Nalanda in Bihar to Elephanta Caves in Maharashtra and from Vaishnodevi Temple in Jammu to the Jewish Synagogue at Cochin in Kerala, the country is a tourists delight and unforgettable Travel experience!

TREKKING ROUTES
The ideal setting of the Himalayan foothills with the eye-catching and heart touching spectacular views of nature offer exciting trekking options. Among the most popular trekking destination in India are the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttar Pradesh, Chamba and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Zaskar in Jammu & Kashmir are most famous.

BUDDHIST SITES
The second religious schism to emerge from Hinduism, Buddhism spread to quite far off places/lands of the world. The propounded, Buddha was born in what is now Nepal, he achieved 'enlightenment' at Gaya (Bihar) delivered his first serman at Sarnath (UP). Before taking his last breadth at Kusinagar (Deroia, UP) he travelled miles across the country the country. Marking his journey and influence are Buddhist sites dotting the country .

AYURVEDA
Ayurveda believes in the treatment of not just the affected part, but the individual as a whole. Making it the natural way to refresh yourself, eliminate all toxic imbalances from the body and thus regain resistance and good health.

TOURISM OFFICES
While traveling in a country like India, tourist information is vital for a safe and comfortable journey Government of India Tourist Offices in almost all the major cities in the outside India are valuable source of India.

INDIA BEACHES
With a coastline of over 7416 kms, India boasts of some of the finest beaches in the world. If the western (Goan, Maharashtrian etc) beaches are enchanting, beustching beauties, the ones on the eastern coast (along the Bay of Bengal) are equally scenic and "cool") To refresh, rejuvenate and recharge yourself. 

ADVENTURE
River rafting, mountaineering, trekking, wildlife safari from the cold Himalayan heights to the water-logged lagoons and deserts and from skiing to paragliding the adventure scope in India is as unfathomable as its diversity. You name it and you get it - tailormade to your interest. That is what travelmasti is all about.

INDIA HOTELS
Hot enduring and luring. Apart from the four main hotel chains, i.e., the Ashoka Group, Oberoi Hotels, The Taj Group and the Welcome Group. Travelmasti brings to you a range of alluring options with an overdose of discounts. Great opportunity for a scintillating experience - help quench, insatiate your wanderlust with comfort!

INDIA RESORTS
Designed exclusively for people who want and deserve the best, the resorts spread all over India from Ranikhet, Manali, Mussoorie and Shimla in the north to Pondicherry and Goa in the south - are noted for their very unique and high standards of service. Options are many, choice is your!

DANCES
The Natyashastra, the age-old text on dramaturgy, is the quintessence of all the art forms- be it literature, sculpture, music, painting or dance. The Indian basket of dance is full with several classical forms. Added to it, are improvisation, fusion and innovations (sometimes distortion too). Performed all over the country and an inseparable part of living, dances in India are symbols of its heritage, history and harmony.

HILL STATIONS
Thinking of hill stations in India and you recall Shimla, Mussorie and Darjeeling only. God! There are seven mountain ranges, including the great Himalayan one in India with a score of unconquered peaks, tremendous heights, unchastered glaciers and valleys and the unbelievable range of vegetations and animal kingdom, Indian hiss stations are gateways to some veiled be witching beauty and exotic experience.

FAIR & FESTIVALS
Given the hundreds and thousands of deities, saints, prophets and gurus of different religious existing in India, the Indian calendar is dotted with innumerable festivals, wherein colour and pageant combines with rituals. Practically, there are festivals to celebrate everything under the sun from honouring sacred cows, the arrival of monsoon, new harvest to personal wedding celebrations Travelmasti welcome you to join the regalement and simply enjoy!

INDIAN CRUISES
It's going to be a really thrilling experience to get on to a cruise on the Indian Ocean. An oppurtunity to go for a cruise after watching movie The Titanic is like dreams coming true, and that also in Indian Ocean. Cruise in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean on board M.V.Ocean Majesty, one of the most sophisticated cruise ship afloat, offering a high degree of comfort, facilities, entertainment and passenger service.

AYURVEDA SPA RESORTS
Ayurveda or the 'science longevity' is the system of nature cure. It is known to promote positive health, natural beauty and long life. Although rooted in antiquity, Ayurveda is based on universal principles and is a living, growing body of knowledge - as useful today as it was in earlier centuries. It is said that Ayurveda is as old as the world itself. Its very basis is the spiritual knowledge of the ancient seers of India and the cosmic consciousness in which they lived.