IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES IN KERALA

                                                                            

                                                                                              

                                                                         BHAGYARAJ.V.B

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 Kerala,in south India,is often referred to as 'God's own Country' for its unspoiled tropical beauty.This coastal state has a destination for everyone-- whether it's the beach,mountains,adventure,wildlife,heritage or culture you are interested in.The pace of life is slow,making it the perfect place for a leisurely vacation.Don't miss these top places to visit in Kerala.

FORT KOCHI

Fort kochi as the " Gateway to Kerala",Kochi is an enchanting city that's had an eclectic influence.Arabs,British,Dutch,Chinese ,and potuguese have all left their mark there.The Architecture and historical  sites in Fort Cochi attract most of the visitors to the area.If you have chidren,consider taking them to WONDERLA AMUSEMENT PARK in Kochi as well.There 's also many hotels and homestays for all budgets.

MUZIRIS

If you interested in history,extended your time in Kochi to visit Muziris,situated about  an hour to the north of the city.Muziris Heritage site an outstanding example of building and archaeological sites and landscape which illustrates a significant stage in the human history of Kerala.Muziris was an active port in the 1st century BC,though it is still not known when the city-port was established.The merchants of Muziris had instituted Indo-Greek and Indo-Roman-Egyptian trade with Jews,Arabs,Portuguese ,Dutch,Chinese,British,and many other travelers.

KUMARAKOM

Kumarakom is located near Kottayam.It is one of the famous attractions of Kerala.It is bird watcher's paradise owing to the 14-acre bird sanctury,a favourite ground for migratory birds.Kumarakom is also a spectacular backwater destination and hence you can go on a boating ride here.As Ayurvedic massage is done here,the place is a favourite for everyone who seeks to relax body and mind.The Vembanad Lake in Kumarakom is a favourite tourist spot.It is the largest lake in Kerala and the longest lake in India.It is a great place to spend a relaxed day watching sunrise or sunset depending on the time of cruise.

KOVALAM

Kovalam is yet another stunning location in Kerala.Situated 16 KMs away from the city of Thiruvananthapuram,Kovalam has three enchanting beaches.The largest of all the three beaches is the Lighthouse beach.Hawah Beach is the second largest one here and the third beach is Samudra.Kovalam is one of the most sought after destinations in Kerala.

*Lighthouse Beach

*Howah Beach

*Samudra Beach

*German Bakery

*Karamana River

*Vizhinjam Village

*Valiyathura Pier

*Halcyon Castle

*Vellayani lake

MUNNAR

Munnar is one of the most beautiful hill station in Kerala.Snuggled at 6000 feet,the town has an easy charm.The gradient and salubrious weather of this hill are perfect for tea farming.The hill station has about 80,000 miles of tea plantation.This is undoubtlly one of the best places to visi in Kerala for TEA & SPICE Plantationtour.For adventure-seeking,trekking and camping are definitely exciting.Munnar is a balm to your body,mind and Soul.

ALLEPPEY

There is a diversity among the many places to visit Alappuzha,from the rewarding sight of the sea to the wriggling sight of the sea to the wriggling inlets of backwaters and gungle strams -- No wonder Alleppy was the called the " VENICE OF THE EAST" by Lord curson.The concept of houseboats which is locally called 'Kettuvallam' in Malayalam is a primitive practice in Kerala.

KONNI

Konni is a major elephant training centre in kerala.

https://www.youtube.com/c/BhagyarajVb .Located 11 Km from Pathanamthitta,it is a major tourist attraction.The prime attraction here are the huge cages built of wood to house elephants.These cages are locally known as " ANAKKOODU" and can accommodate 3-4 elephants at a time.visitors can watch elephants closely and even have a ride on them.It is around 10 Kms from Pathanamthitta town and about 110 kms from Trivandrum Internation Airport.Travellers from southern part of Kerala can reach here  Via Chandanappally,famous pilgram centre in Central Travancore.

KODUMON CHILANTHIYAMBALAM(SPIDER TEMPLE)

The Palliyara Bhagavathy Temple  popularly known as Kodumon Chilanthiyambalam,renowned to the devotees as the chilanthi Ambalam is a sacred temple of worship for those ailing and suffering from spider poison or  toxins.This temple is major spiritual centre in Pathanamthitta District of Kerala.The temple is located about 10 KM away from Adoor and 11 Km from Pathanamthitta.

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