Better
known as God’s own country, Kerala is a tropical paradise with palpable
beauty and boast of the highest literacy in India. Kerala world renowned for
its bewitching backwater countries and tropical atmosphere is always in the
list of the tourists coming to India. Often referred as the ‘land of
Ayurveda’, Kerala’s climate, rich forests and the cool monsoon
season (June-November) are best suited for ayurvedic healing and
restoration. Coconut is an integral part of the cuisine of the people of
Kerala. Chilies, curry leaves, mustard seeds, tamarind and a safetida happen
to be other vital ingredients in the hot and spicy dishes from Kerala. Fish
and rice form a part of daily meals of the people. The fascinating and
tranquil backwaters add to the glory of Kerala.
Where is God's Own Country Located ?
Modes of Transportation :
By Air - Kerela is well connected to all major airports
in India like Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai. Kochi and Calicut are
other two airports connected from air to other cities in India.
By Road - Kerela has good road network and the major
modes of road transport are buses, tourist taxis, cars, and local taxis and
autos.
By Rail - Railways connect most of the places in the
state to places in the other parts of the country and inside the state.
Long-distance express trains connect to almost all places outside the state
like Mumbai, New Delhi.
Attractions :
» The Panacea of Ayurveda - Kerela is considered one
of the finest places for Ayurveda treatment. This unique branch of medicine
believes in the treatment of not just the affected part, but the individual
as a whole, making it the natural way to perfect health and harmony of life.
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Beaches - Most of India's finest beaches are in Kerala. Some of the
important beaches are:
» Kovalam Beach - Kovalam is a world-renowned beach
resort and a favourite haunt of tourists to India, since 1930s. Edged with
swaying coconut and palm trees, this ivory beach is impressively unique.
Kovalam Beach consists of three successive small crescent beaches; the
southern most known as Lighthouse Beach, is open for tourism.
» The Varkala Beach - Vakala is a waterfront resort
and spa and is also an important Hindu pilgrimage centre. Lofty cliffs with
rich mineral springs rise magnificently from the coastline. Other important
beaches to visit include Kappad Beach, Kappil Beach, Kizhunna Ezhara Beach,
Marari Beach (Mararikulam) and many more.
» Temples - Kerala Temples are not only known for
religious importance but are also known for great architectural set up. Some
are colossal and profusely decorated while others are small with simple yet
exquisite decor. Kerala has a rich mythological heritage and there are
temples of several gods and goddesses almost throughout the state. Some of
the famous temples are Sabarimala Temple, Vadakkumnathan Temple, Guruvayoor
Temple, Chottanikkara Temple and many more.
» Wild Life - Kerala is a home to some of the finest
Wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks. Each one houses rare animals,
birds, reptiles, insects and plants. Some of the known wildlife sanctuaries
are Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Silent Valley National
Park, Wynad Wildlife Sanctuary and many more.
» Food - Kerela is famous for its traditional
mouth-watering cuisine. The unusual cuisine of Kerala brings to the fore the
culinary expertise of the people of Kerala. Sadya, the typical Kerala feast
served on a banana leaf, is a sumptuous spread of rice and more than
fourteen vegetable dishes - sambar, rasam, olan, kaalan, pachadi, kichadi,
aviyal, etc. Coconut water, 'the world's safest natural soft drink', is a
refreshing nutritious thirst quencher. The land and the food are rich with
coconut, though chilies curry leaf, mustard seed, tamarind and asafoetida
form an integral part of the food here.
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