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Kerala, known as ‘God’s Own Country’ is one of the popular tourist destinations in India. It is rich with backwaters, beaches, forests and wild life sanctuaries. Kerala is famous for eco-tourism and Ayurvedic treatments. The biodiversity of Kerala is famous and there are places reserved for flora and fauna which are endangered to extinction. Domestic and foreign tourists prefer Kerala due to its historical and cultural specialties also. There are numerous destinations in Kerala which showcase the evidence and leftovers of colonialism in India. Also for those who like to experience varieties of seafood items, none other than Kerala is the apt place for that. Festival seasons add colors to its cultural heritage which will be a memorable experience for a tourist for sure. Below is a list of must visited places if you are planning a vacation in Kerala.
Alappuzha
Alappuzha is known as the Venice of the East. It is very
famous for backwaters, beaches and seafood. An exceptional natural beauty,
Alappuzha is a pet for those visits Kerala. Karumadi is an important historical
place where a granite stature of Budha, known as Karumadi Kuttan is placed.
Kuttanadu is another hilarious destination where tourists can experience the
beauty of backwaters and paddy fields. Alappuzha town itself is so beautiful
with old historical constructions and boat services to nearby places.
Kochi
Known as the Queen of Arabian Ocean, Kochi is a real beauty
to wander around. It is the commercial capital of Kerala where you can find
cultural exchanges with Chinese, Portuguese and Dutch traders. Fort Kochi and
Mattanchery are known for Portuguese style constructions and monuments of
historical intercourses. Bolgatty palace is another attraction in Kochi which
was built by the Dutch in 1744. Willington Island is a man-made island which is
an important place for Kochi as major offices related to port are situated
there. There are many other places in Kochi and surrounding which will take you
the memories of Western invasion to India.
Thiruvananthapuram
The capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram is known for
Sri Padmanabha Swamy temple. The capital city is also has a dynamic cultural
background with museum, palaces etc. The famous Kovalam beach is just 15km away
from Thiruvananthapuram. Lion share of the history of Kerala sleeps in this
beautiful city.
Palakkad
The gateway of Kerala we can call it. Palakkad is a border
town sharing boundaries with TamilNadu and is protected by Western Ghats.
Palakkad is a favorite place for film makers and photographers for its mesmerizing
beauty. Also known as the rice bowl of Kerala, Palakkad has many tourist
attractions in its soil. Malampuzha dam for example is a major dam in India.
The garden alongside the dam gives the place a mystic atmosphere with the famous
statue ‘Yakshi’ by Kanai Kunjiraman. Silent Valley is another famous place to
visit in Kerala. The valley is rich with numerous birds and animals which are
facing extinction. Nelliyampathy hills is another destination for those who
like trekking and botanical excursions. There are other important historical
places like The Fort of Tipu Sultan, Varikkassery Mana, Kalpathi Agraharam etc.
Palakkad is also famous for its musical tradition and many renowned musicians
were born in Palakkad.
Wayanad
Wayanad is situated in the beautiful southern tip of the
Western Ghats. It is famous for its forests and valleys gifted with flora and
fauna of the Ghats. Wayanad also has cultural importance as it shares border
with Karnataka State. The climate in Wayanad is always cool and welcoming to a
tourist who is looking for relaxation. The important tourist destinations in
Wayanad are Chempra Peak, Neelimala, Meenmutty waterfalls, Chethalayam,
Pakshipathalam, Banasura Sagar Dam, Kabani river etc.
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