Best Locations - Kerala

House Boat in Kerala

Popular attractions in the state include the beaches at Kovalam, Cherai and Varkala; the hill stations of Munnar, Nelliampathi, Ponmudi and Wayanad; and national parks and wildlife sanctuaries at Periyar and Eravikulam National Park. The "backwaters" region—an extensive network of interlocking rivers, lakes, and canals that center on Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Punnamada—also see heavy tourist traffic. Heritage sites, such as the Padmanabhapuram Palace, Hill Palace, Mattancherry Palace are also visited. Cities such as Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram(Trivandrum) are popular centres for shopping and traditional theatrical performances.

Kerala Back Water Magic

Back water tourism in Kerala is much popular in India and the world as well. Kerala government take lot of efforts to provide best experience here in Kerala for the tourists around the world. Kerala is really a gods own country for this rich beautiful back water facilities here. This facilities should be an unforgettable experience to every one who enjoyed it one time. See more image

Munnar

The name Munnar is believed to be derived from the Malayalam/Tamil words Munu (three) and aaru (river), referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. The Munnar panchayat in the Devikulam block is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district having an area measuring nearly 557 km. The nearest major railway stations are Ernakulam Junction, Ernakulam North and Aluva(approximately 110km by road). The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is 105km away.

Kumarakom

Kumarakom is a major tourism destination located near the city of Kottayam (16 kilometres (10 mi)), in Kerala, India, famous for its backwater tourism. It is set in the backdrop of the Vembanad Lake which is the largest freshwater lake in the state of Kerala. It is a unique experience that will beckon the visitors time and time again as there are several activities for visitors. Tourism in Kumarakom largely revolves around the backwaters of the Vembanad Lake. Several hotels and resorts lined up on the shores of the lake provide tourists with facilities for boating, yachting and fishing, with panoramic views of the lake. The other major attraction is the Bird Sanctuary which can be visited by canoes arranged by local fishermen at the entrance to the sanctuary. A two-hour rowing canoe trip is quite cheap, and is best undertaken in the evening or early morning to avoid the afternoon sun.

Kovalam

Kovalam has three crescent shaped beaches separated by rocky outcroppings. Shallow waters stretching for hundreds of meters are ideal for swimming. The beaches have steep palm covered headlands and are lined with shops that offer all kinds of goods and services. The larger of the beaches is called Light House Beach for its 35 meter high light house which towers over it atop Kurumkal hillock. The second largest one is Hawah Beach named thus for the topless European women who used to throng there. It was the first topless beach in India. However topless bathing is banned now except in private coves owned by resorts. Visitors frequent these two beaches. The northern part of the beach is known as Samudra Beach in tourism parlance. A large promontory separates this part from the southern side. Samudra Beach doesn't have tourists thronging there or hectic business. The local fishermen ply their trade on this part. The sands on the beaches in Kovalam are partially black in colour due to the presence of ilmenite and thorazite. The normal tourist season is from September to May. Ashoka beach is also the part of Kovalam beach.

Find out more on Work from Home Trivandrum Jobs and Read about Online Jobs Kochi

Topics:  Kerala Tourism | Kerala Tour | Best Places Kerala | Munnar Tour | Kovalam Beach Tour | Kumarakam Tour | Best Places in Kerala | Munnar Locations | Kerala water tours

Read more »