"KERALA" - Truly God's Own

Kerala, the fastest growing hotspot in Asia is a narrow strip of land on the south west coast of India. This land of enchanting greenery is handpicked by the National Geographic Traveller as one of the 10 paradises in the world.Travellers all around the world are surprised with the various attractions this small geographical area can offer.

So what is special in this landscape dominated by tall exotic coconut trees ?? Well the endless list follows..

- Enthralling history, interesting customs and rich culture

- Ayurveda: A well entrenched alternative system of health

- Enchanting art forms

- 30% of the landscape dominated by water with a network of 44 rivers

- Emerald backwaters
- Equable climate
- Picturesque beaches with long shoreline
- Lush hill stations
- Exotic wildlife

- Elephant processions
- Energizing waterfalls
- Sprawling plantations
- Magical Festivals

- Divine food
- Historic and cultural monuments

- Unique architecture
- Easy going and relaxed atmosphere
- Boat races to name a few....

Geographically, Kerala is sandwiched between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. It is this isolation from rest of India that has fostered many unique customs, art forms and festivals. From a traveller's point of view, the most welcoming fact about Kerala is that all the charming destinations are just 2 hour drive from each other. No wonder, Sir Paul McCartney, former, Beatle, referred this green paradise as 'Truly God's Own Country'.

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