Alappuzha Tourism

Alappuzha also known as Alleppey, is a city in Alappuzha District of Kerala state of southern India.It is the administrative headquarters of Alappuzha District.This town is considered to be the oldest planned town in this region and the lighthouse built on the coast of the town is the first of its kind along the Arabian coast (reference encyclopedia of Kerala in Malayalam language). As per 2001 census Alleppey is the sixth largest city in Kerala with an urban population of 177,029.Alleppey is situat

Munnar Tourism     

The hill station of Munnar is situated in the Idukki District in the eastern part of Kerala, bordering the state of Tamil Nadu. Popularly known as Kashmir of the South, Munnar is well connected to all the cities in Kerala.
The name Munnar was aptly given to this place since it is located at the convergence of three rivers, which are Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala. The vast tea estates and coffee plantations are the primary base for the flourishing economy of Munnar, besi

Kovalam Tourism

Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. It has been a favourite haunt of tourists, especially Europeans, since the 1930s. A massive rocky promontory on the beach has created a beautiful bay of calm waters ideal for sea bathing.

The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse. Sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programmes and catamaran cruising are some of them. The tropical sun acts so fast that one can see

Popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, Kochi is located in Kerala, on the south west coast of India. Regarded as the industrial capital of Kerala, Kochi is the commercial hub of this thriving state. Traveling to Kochi is a great experience and there are many tourist attractions that can be visited.

Kochi is popularly referred to as the Gateway of South India. It is an important trade center and many countries prefer this place to export and import their materials. In fact, Kochi has been an impor

Thekkady in Kerala State , India 's largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India . The 120 years old 'Surki' dam built across Peryiar, Poorna in Vedic parlance, is a major tourist attraction. This sanctuary is spread over an area of 777 Sq.Kms, surrounded by an artificial lake over an area of 25 Sq.Kms. The Country's sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture.

Calicut Tourism

Calicut  is a famous district in the north part of the state of Kerala. Often referred to by its old name of Calicut, this was a vital area in Malabar in the past.
The name Kozhikode derives from “Koyil”, which means Palace and “Kota”, which means Fort. Different people know this place by different names, “Kalikooth” in Arab, “Kallikkottai “in Tamil and “Kalifo” in Chinese. The city however is more com

Cherai is an ideal place for vacations and leisure activities. The main attraction here is Cherai beach, the real combination of beach on one side and the back waters on the other and it is unique to kerala; it finds true expression here. The greenery of long fringed coconut groves, infinitum of blue-sea and expletive colures of sunset, make an assurance of vivid memory in your vacations. Friendly and Smiling face of peoples in cherai have been made homely atmosphere. The warm atmospheric dealing of nature in cherai raises your joy, pleasure

Athirappally Tourism

Athirappally Waterfalls is located 78 kms from Kochi (Cochin), located at the entrance to Sholayar ranges, this waterfall is a popular picnic spot. Affording to the onlookers, one of the most bewitching sights, Athirappally Falls is about 80 feet high and located in the forest area.   Combined with the greenery, it infuses freshness into any tired soul.  The Athirapally Falls join the Chalakkudy River after plummeting a drop of 80 feet.

 

A tranquil and m

 Even if you are remotely acquainted with Hindu culture, religion or mythology, the name  "Guruvayur" should strike a familiar chord with you.  A thriving township in Trichur district of Kerala state in the South of India, its scenic beauty and serenity are breath taking. However, today Guruvayur is synonymous with the Sree Krishna or Guruvayurappan Temple located there so that when anybody says he is going to Guruvayur, it is understood that it may be to this famous temple. An insight into the temple and its presiding deity w

Idukki Tourism

Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala.  High ranges and wooded valleys are girded by three main rivers - Periyar, Thalayar and Thodupuzhayar - and their tributaries.  The River Pamba also has its origin here.

As a tourist destination, Idukki offers diverse attractions like Wildlife sancturies, Hill stations, Dams, Spece plantation tours, Mountain treks, Elephant rides etc.

This is the world's second and Asia's first arch dam, constructed across t

Kappad Tourism

Kappad is a historic beach town that is located along the Konkan coast, near the city of Calicut. This is the very beach where Portuguese traveler Vasco Da Gama landed when he reached India. There is a small monument made from stone that is located near this point and the inscription reads that Vasco Da Gama landed here in the year 1498.

The beach is the main attraction in the town and it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the state. The beac

Kasargod Turism

Kasargod is the northernmost district of kerala.Kasargod is known as the land Yekshgana and Theyyams

There are different views on the derivation of the name "Kasargod".One view is that it is the combination of two Sanskrit words "kaasaara"(which means lake or pond) and “ kroda “(which means a place where treasure is kept). Another view is that it is the place where Kaasaraka trees (Strychnos nux vomica or Kaanjiram or Kaaraskara) are in abundance. Bothe views are relevant as the

Kottayam Tourism

Kottayam is a city in the Indian state of Kerala. The city of Kottayam is also called as "Akshara Nagari" which means the "City of Letters" considering its contribution to print media and literature.

Kottayam is located in southern Kerala and is also the administrative capital of the Kottayam district.The town is an important trading center of spices and commercial crops, especially rubber.It is believed that the name kottayam originated from the Malayalam words "kotta" meaning fort and "a

Quilon (also Kollam) is situated in the southwest corner of India in the state of Kerala. The district is encircled by Alappuzha in the north, Pathanamthitta in the northeast, Thiruvananthapuram in the south, Tirunelveli (Tamilnadu) in the east, and the Arabian Sea in the west.

Kollam  pronounced as koy-lon) is a city in the Indian state of Kerala. The city is situated about 71 kilometres (44 mi) north of the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram. It is the headquarters of the Kollam district. Kollam is the fourth largest city in

Palakkad Tourism

Palakkad district has its own special characteristics. The fort of Hyder Ali tells us the story of Mysore invasions and the advent of the British to this part of the country. The Victoria College, started in 1886, marks the beginning of higher education in Malabar. The Jain temple near Chunnamputhara speaks of the magnanimity of the king of Palakkad who provided shelter to the people who escaped the religious persecutions.

The ancient history of Palakkad is shrouded. According to William L

Poovar Tourism

Poovar is a small coastal fishing village located near kovalam (just 12km from kovalam) the most famous beach in Thiruvananthapuram the capital city of kerala. Poovar is situated at the southern most tip of thiruvananthapuram and hence is very close to the Kerala – Tamilnadu border. Poovar lies close to vizhinjam the natural fishing harbour in kerala. Poovar is a rare mix of Land, Sea and River. Poovar separating the Neyyar river from the Arabian Sea. It has an estuary which connects