Kerala is located on the Malabar Coast in southwestern India, and its capital is Thiruvananthpuram. It is a famous tourist destination for its backwaters and Ayurvedic treatments. There are several beaches where you can enjoy the fresh breeze and dive into the sea water. Kovalam, Cherai, Varkala, Kappad, Muzhappilangad and Bekal are some of the famous beaches here. Besides sitting and tanning on these beaches, tourists love to engage in leisure activities like herbal body massage, sunbathing, swimming, special cultural programs, etc. Varkala beach attracts tourists not only for the beach but also for pilgrimage. The 800 year old Janardan temple dedicated to Ayyappan and Hanuman is located here.
There are a number of Ayurvedic resorts in Kerala. These resorts also provide other heel activities like yoga, steam room, etc. These resorts are renowned throughout the world for Ayurvedic treatments.
Several hill stations in Kerala provide you with a wonderful vacation away from the city crowds and honking vehicles. The hill stations in Kerala are rich in vegetation and a source of spices that are exported out of India. Pepper, cardamom, cinnamon and cashew nuts are grown on plantations in the hill stations of Kerala. Some of the hilla stations are Munnar, Ponmudi, Idukki, Palakkad and Vagamon.
With vast expanses of forests, Kerala is home to several wildlife sanctuaries. The most famous sanctuary is the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is visited by the tourist to discover different varieties of birds. Idukki and Chinnar are other famous wildlife sanctuaries.
If you have come to Kerala for a vacation, you cannot miss the backwaters. Surrounded by palm trees, Kerala’s backwaters once served only for the state’s trade, but today they have become famous tourist attractions. These are inland lakes connected with canals. They connect remote villages with large towns and cities to exchange the goods produced for a better price. The largest stretch of backwater is Lake Vembanand, which opens into the sea at the port of Kochi. It flows through Alappuzha, Kottayam and Kochi districts. Alappuzha is also known as the “Venice of the East” and is one of the main hubs for flatwater boat travel.
Folk dances and music hold a special place in Kerala. Kerala tours help you find a way to witness the various folk dances and musical gatherings that become a lifelong memory. Kathakali is the most famous dance form in Kerala. The meaning of Kathakali is a story game. It represents scenes from Hindu mythology. Kathakali performers wear large headdresses. They paint their faces according to the positive or negative characters they play. The dance is very elegant and fascinating. Another famous dance form is Mohiniattam. It is an enchantment dance performed by a woman. The dancers dress in white Kasavu sari from Kerala with golden border. Other traditional dance forms are Koodiyattam, Ottamthullal and Chakiarkuthu.
Kerala tour makes your vacation a nature vacation where you can relax your body through various Ayurvedic treatments and dance to traditional music.