Kerala tours embody best of nature’s riches, cultural exuberance and artistic magnificence. Studded with a long coastline, Kerala in the southern region of India is possessor of some of the most endearing sceneries and plethora of natural treasures. Walking across sun-kissed beaches one gets transcended to an aura of sheer bliss and refinement. Tours to Kerala provide an opportunity to connect with nature and to relish simple pleasures of life. While you plan to head for a Kerala tour slow-down to smell the refreshing aroma off spice plantations and indulge in a dialogue with locals working on water-logged rice farms.
A coffee treat at a local tea-stall can suddenly give birth to an intellectual dialogue. However, in most cases the overwhelming effect of nature leaves one with less time to slow-down many times and you will find yourself only discovering and experiencing countless exciting encounters. Travelers are advised to seek beyond destinations touted by the tourism industry and rather make their own discoveries to be able to have a more intimate experience with the region.
What to Look-out for on Kerala Tours?
This question arises on everybody’s mind and to answer that your travel agent may send you a long list of favorable destinations, but it might not serve the purpose. Especially the first-time travelers may find it difficult to absorb their itinerary to the fullest. Hence, here is a little list of ‘Things to Know About Kerala’ for your perusal:
Best Time to Visit: Winter Season (October- February)
Destinations & Highlights: Main tourist destinations in Kerala include
- Kochi: A major port city, Kochi is best known as ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’ and is famous for unlimited shopping options.
- Alapuzha: Meandering backwaters create a magical aura across this ‘Venice of the East’. Also known as Alleppey, Alapuzha is the base of all the backwaters action.
- Kollam: Surrounded by backwaters and natural canals, Kollam is also a famous cashew and coir industrial base.
- Kottayam: A major educational center, Kottayam is also a possessor of one of the most magnificent hill stations, Munnar in Kerala.
- Kovalam Beach: Visit Kovalam Beach for a dosage of tan, sand and sun. Ayurvedic therapies add further charm to the place.
- Kumarakom: Best known for luxury resorts, traditional houseboat rides and backwater tourism.
- Thekkady: This is where Kerala exhibits its wild side at the elephant forests and jungle of Periyar Tiger Reserve.
- Wayanad: Visit Wayanad to explore caves, pristine forest and enchanting waterfalls.
Cultural Highlights: Kerala is also culturally and artistically gifted state. People possess great love and affection for religious practices and their ancient art forms. At the temples and temple festivals one can witness an impressive amalgamation of both these elements. Grand ceremonies are celebrated and great rituals are performed at these temples or temple fests. What makes these occasions even more admirable is the live display of several performing art forms.
Finally, as they say, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” one should indulge sipping local tea or coffee and taste the spicy flavors of their curries to be able to connect furthermore with the place and to be able to enjoy Kerala tours to the fullest.
