Tropical Kerala, also known as India's "God's Own Country" is renowned for its lesser discovered beaches, palm fringed canals, ayurvedic medicine, and of course elephant festivals.
The south Indian coastal state of Kerala is rich in distinctive traditions and culture, and lush unspoiled tropical beauty. The pace of life is slow, making Kerala the perfect place for a leisurely vacation. Don't miss these top 5 Kerala travel destinations.
One of the most tranquil and relaxing things you can do in India is take a trip in a Kerala houseboat along the palm-fringed backwaters. Freshly cooked Indian food and chilled beer on board the boat make the experience even more enjoyable.
Ayurvedic treatment centers have started popping up everywhere in India, due to the growth in medical tourism in recent years. Ayurvedic resorts have become popular destinations for relaxation and rejuvenation, while ayurvedic hospitals cater for people seeking ayurvedic treatment for more serious health problems.
Snake boat races take place from July to September each year in and around Alleppey, in India's southern state of Kerala. These races, in long canoe style boats, often coincide with other festivals. Here's what you need to know about Kerala's snake boat races.
The Indian state of Kerala is filled with temples that are renowned for their elaborate and exotic festivals. The main attraction at these festivals is the elephants.
Periyar National Park in Kerala is an excellent place for visitors to explore on a boat trip, as well as to go trekking. In addition, it’s one of the few national parks in India to remain open during the monsoon. Elephants are one of the main attractions at Periyar.
Little known Marari Beach, not far from Alleppey in Kerala, is perfect for those people exploring the Kerala backwaters who feel like some time at the beach as well. This beach is very quiet, clean, and unspoilt.
Varkala Beach, in India's southern state of Kerala, will take your breath away with its stunning cliff setting and views that extend over the Arabian Sea.
There's something infinitely romantic about the sound of waves crashing against a rocky shore, uninterrupted sunsets over the ocean, salt air brushing against your skin, and tasty fresh seafood. One of the best places to find this in India is Varkala beach, in the southern state of Kerala.
Glenora is an unforgettably tranquil homestay in Wayanad, Kerala. One of the premium quality properties offered by Mahindra Homestays, its luxury cottages have unsurpassed views of the sunrise and valley below. The coffee and spice plantation, and organic fruit orchard, that surrounds the cottages adds to the enchantment.
Wayanad has a great deal of scenic appeal. Abundant coconut palms, thick forests, coffee and tea plantations, paddy fields, and lofty peaks form the landscape. These Wayanad Kerala photos show some of the area's attractions.
In this travelogue, Kulpreet Yadav tells of his family vacation to Kovalam India, including a stay at The Leela hotel Kovalam, and visit to Puthenmalika Palace Museum and Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandram.
