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A Rendezvous With
Kerala ? |
Kerala,
situated in the south of India, has the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western
Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty four rivers.
Geographically, Kerala is a heady amalgamation of Nature's very best. It has
a unique combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance which
makes the state unique and alluring at the same time. It is breathtakingly
green land, covered by coconut palms, lagoons, kettu vallams, emerald paddy
fields, virgin forests, limpid backwaters, sunny beaches and waterfalls,
offers a soothing and festive mood. Kerala is God's own land, untouched and
unparalleled.
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Things You Can Do
in Kerala ? |
» Sightseeing : When its the matter of
sightseeing, Kerala will never disappoint you. It has immense opportunities
for its visitors, who throng the state throughout the year. The pleasing and
eye soothing ambience captivates millions to this God's land. For
sightseeing one can go to Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala, Alappuzha, the
beautiful backwater district, Munnar for clear lakes and grass beds,
Pazhasiraja Museum at Kozikode, the best – preserved fort of Kerala at
Bekal, Kasaragod, Eddakal caves at Wayanad and many more interesting places.
And also Periyar to explore the wildlife of Kerala.
» Shopping : Shop period furniture, ancient coins,
elaborately carved pens, ornamental brass latches, antique jewelery,
grandfather clocks, timepieces, coir shell, sandalwood, souvenirs, trinkets,
jewelery, wood carved Kathakali masks, snake boats, elephants and jewelery
boxes etc from the Jew Street in Fort Kochi and other bustling markets or
chandas in Kerala.
» Eating Out : Try Kerala's hot red fish curry with
steamed Tapioca or boiled rice, Uppumanga, tender mangoes preserved in brine
for months (the longer, the better), the Payasam, a rich milk delicacy
prepared with vermicelli, gram or rice, Idli, Masala Dosa, Appams, Puttu and
Uppumas are delight for the plate. And many more dishes that’ll make
your mouth water.
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Sightseeing in
Kerala ? |
» Cities of
Kerala : Kerala, situated in the southern part of India, is one of
the most sought after tourist destinations in India. With lovely beaches,
exotic sea food, magnificent temples, serene backwaters, exciting festivals,
spiritualistic Ayurvedic treatments and many other interesting aspects,
Kerala cities pull tourists from all over the world.
» Kerala
BackwatersThe backwaters in Kerala are the most enchanting
features of Kerala. The Vembanad Lake, Ashtamudi Lake, Kayamkulam Lake are
some of the famous lakes in Kerala. These backwaters in Kerala have become
highways between the interior land and the Sea. The best way of experiencing
the beauty of the backwaters in Kerala is to cruise along either in a rented
boat, a canoe or in Houseboats also called Kettuvalloms natively, which are
specifically for tourists. The backwater cruise will give you a brief
introduction on the traditional and village lifestyle of Kerala.
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Kerala Beaches : With a 600 km
long shoreline, Kerala, is known to have some of the best beaches in the
world. The beaches of Kerala are beautiful, clean and decorated by the palms
and coconut trees. Some of the well known beaches in Kerala are Kovalam,
Varkala, Kollam, Cochin, Kassarkod, Bekal, Kappil and others. So, just relax
on the golden beaches, indulge in beach activities, sip refreshing drinks
and fresh coconut water and try the Ayurvedic massages by professional
masseurs.
» Kerala
Wildlife : Kerala is equally rich in wildlife, the variety of
animals found here is very diverse. Wildlife of Kerala can be watched at
close quarters from the safety of a boat at the Sanctuaries of Kumarakom,
Periyar and the National Park. Animals that can be viewed here are wild
Elephants, Indian Bison, the Coromorant, tigers, wild dogs and many more.
One can also visit the Tivandram Zoo to witness Kerala's rich Fauna. Spot
egrets, herons, Siberian stork, darters, teals and hundreds of other
migratory birds in Kerala’s enchanting bird sanctuaries.
» Ayurveda In Kerala
: A division of the Vedic literature that deals with health, literally "knowledge
of the totality of life". Originated in India approximately 3,000 years
ago. It is still a favored form of health care in India. Ayur means Life,
and the whole philosophy of Ayurveda is that the whole body must be
treated-body, mind and spirit. Ayurvedic medicine is both preventive and
curative.
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Excursion from
Kerala ? |
Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are the two states which surround Kerala.
The major cities in Tamil Nadu are chennai, Chidambaram, Kanchipuram,
Kanyakumari and Madurai and the major cities worth visiting in Karnataka are
Bangalore, Badami, Bijapur, Hampi, Hassan, Halebid, Mysore and Shimoga.
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Most Ideal Time to
Visit Kerala ? |
The climate of Kerala is tropical. The summer season sets in April
and continues for the next four months. The maximum temperature during this
season is around 33°C. Monsoon heralds in June and remains there till
September. Kerala receives heavy rainfall during the months between June and
November. Winter is from October to January and temperature drops a bit. The
weather is never too chilly in Kerala.
» Winter Max : 21 C ; Min: 18 C
» Summer Max : 33 C ; Min: 27 C
The best time to visit Kerala is October to March.
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Getting There ? |
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By Air : Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Calicut are the major airports in
Kerala. Both Thiruvananthapuram and Cochin prides in having international
airport, which connects them to many international destinations. Here
Thiruvananthapuram is an important international gateway of south India with
direct flights from West Asia, Sri Lanka and Maldives and lies at a distance
of 8 km from the city center. Indian Airlines, Air India and Jet Airways
connect the city with direct flights within the country.
» By Rail : Thiruvananthapuram is an important
terminus where broad and metre guage services operate. Thiruvananthapuram
mail connects it to Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. Kanyakumari, the
southern most tip of the Indian mainland is 2 hours 20 minutes by train.
Besides this, there are other 200 railway stations making the trains as the
most convenient mode of travelling in Kerala.
» By Road : At the junction of four national
highways, No 7, 17, 45, and 47, the city is connected to all parts of the
country by good roads.The state highway network links the city to all parts
of the state. Bus services of Kerala State Road Transport Corporation and
road transport corporations of Tamil Nadu provide links from all major
centres of the region.
» Private Vehicles : You can contact us for this,
as we are well established with an extensive number of cars and coaches
(ranging from luxury to budget and between) for the tourists from all over.
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Anchoring in Kerala
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Kerala, also referred as the “God’s own country”, is
visited by millions of tourists every year from all parts of the world.
Kerala presents a fascinating experience, a world of beaches, mighty
mountains, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries and islands. People come from
far off lands to participate in its ever persistent glory and never leave
dissapointed from here.
The state of Kerala is accessible via various means of transport. There are
three airports in the state namely Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Calicut
where Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi are the international airports and
Calicut is the domestic airport and together they connect Kerala to rest of
the country and also to the rest of the world. There is a well developed
railway network in the state supported by a fairly decent roadways and
together they connect the state to the rest of the country.
To make your movement smooth and hassel free within any city in the state
or between any two cities in the state and enjoyable at the same time we
provide an excellent service to escort you to your desired destinations via
our network of cars and coaches. You can book with us at the time you plan
your visit and leave all your worries with us. It will be our pleasure to
make your tour luxurious and comfortable so that you leave Kerala with a bag
full of great experiences and lovely memories.
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Accommodations ? |
Being one of the most sought after tourist destinations, Kerala has
wide range of accommodation facility for its visitors. You can pick from
Luxury to budget and between, as per your requirement and pocket. The
services offered and facilities available in each of the accommodations here
are very appreciable.
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