Trip to Kerala

“Ever you had a trip to Kerala? If you haven’t, here’s a list of all the things you have missed.

Kerala, known as the “God’s own country” and also the “land of spices” has its name engraved on stone as a famous tourist spot- rich for its culture, traditions, festivals and of course- food. This amazing state in India has 14 districts- each one special and famous in its own unique way.

Let’s now enjoy this brief Kerala trip.

South Kerala Trip

Trip to Thiruvananthapuram Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram (or formerly known as Trivandrum), is the capital of Kerala and a major place to visit in Kerala trip. This district is a famous tourist spot with many tourist destinations such as the Kovalam Beach, Agasthyarkoodam peak, Ponmudi, Varkala cliffs, Napier museum and Zoo, Kuthira Malika Palace, Poovar, Sanghumukham Beach, Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple, etc.

The district houses many of the administration offices, houses one of the most famous IT hub in India – the Technopark, is sound in the education sector with many famous educational institutions and also is a great centre for trade. Trivandrum international airport is main travel point for travellers in there trip to kerala

If one could recollect, among these popular tourist destinations, Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple had been in the news – for the discovery of billions of worth treasure stacked within the temple’s vaults! A major attraction in kerala trip.

Kollam - Kerala Trip

Kollam, also known as Quilon is an old sea port in Kerala. The city of Kollam is on the border of Ashtamudi Lake and so, this is a famous backwater tourist destination in Kerala. Other major tourist attractions that Kollam has to offer are the 44 metre tall Tangasseri Lighthouse, Thirumillavaram Beach, the Government Guest House which is popularly known as the “British Residency”, etc. This makes kollam a main destiny in Kerala trip.

The district is so popular, that it has a time-honoured proverb. Its translation in English is that ‘Once you see Kollam, you will not need home anymore. This makes kollam an un avoidable travel destination in trip to kerala

Trip to Pathanamthitta Kerala

This district is the 13th revenue district of the state Kerala. With forest covering more than half of the district’s area, Pathanamthitta ranks 7th in area among all other districts in the state. In trip to kerala a traveller can include pathamthitta because of its natural beauty

The “Pilgrim Capital of Kerala”, Sabarimala is located in this district. An estimated number of about 10 million devotees visit the Sabarimala every year.If you are a devote you can plan your trip to kerala as per Sabarimala season

Alappuzha (or Alleppey)Kerala Trip

Also known as the ‘Venice of the East’, this district is famous for its serene backwaters. The houseboat cruise is now becoming a unavoidable among tourists (including honeymooners). Thus, Alappuzha (or Alleppey) has emerged both as a famous backwater destination as well as a famous honeymoon backwater destination. Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala is also situated in this district. This is a well known tourist attractions and unavoidable travel destination in trip to kerala

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Alappuzha is famous for yet another reason- the “Vallam Kali” (or boat race). The boats used in this race have a speciality. They are called “Chundan Vallam”, snake boats which are long boats. This famous boat race is known by the name Nehru Trophy Boat Race and is held in the month of August. In Kerala Trip you can also enjoy boat race of alleppey.

Central Kerala Trip

Trip to Kottayam Kerala

This district is an important trading centre for spices and commercial crops; among which rubber is the most important one. Another achievement for which Kottayam is well-known is for its high literacy rate. It is the first district in India to achieve 100% literacy. The place has many tourist attractions which include several lakes and forts.In kerala trip a traveller who is interested in kerala spices can visit kottayam.

Kottayam is a well-known religious tourism destination. St. Alphonsa, who was the first woman to be canonized as a saint by the Syro – Malabar Catholic Church was born and raised here. The church and the museum at Bharananganm are visited by thousands of believers. This makes kottayam a must see place in kerala trip

Idukki- Kerala Trip

With a large area, Idukki is the second largest district in Kerala. It has the least population density. Most of the areas in the district are covered with dense forests. The district was created on January 26, 1972. The district’s headquarters is Painavu. It includes the most important tourist points of kerala trips

The top ranking hill stations of Kerala, Munnar, Vagamon, Ramakkalmedu and Thekkady lies in this district. Some of the major tourist attractions include the Eravikulam National Park in Munnar, Periyar Tiger Reserve in Thekkady, Kurinjimala Sanctuary, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, etc. All trips to kerala will touch this district.The forest beauty of thekkady increases the value of kerala trip

Trip to Ernakulam Kerala

Ernakulam district is known as the commercial capital of Kerala. Initially, Ernakulam was the headquarters of the district. Later on, it was shifted to Kakkanad. Some of the major tourist destinations located here which a traveller can include in kerala trip are Marine Drive in Cochin, Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary, Lulu International Shopping Mall, Durbar Hall Ground, Bolghatty, etc.

Kakkanad is home to the second largest IT industrial park in Kerala- the Kochi Info Park. Wonderla, the largest water-theme park is also located near Kakkanad. Ernakulam is also famed for its metro system, the Kochi metro system which is under construction. The first phase of its construction is estimated to be completed in the month of June this year.

Thrissur Kerala Trip

Thrissur, the headquarters of the district was originally known as Thiru Shiva Perur. Earlier, it was also known by the name Trichur. It is known as the cultural capital of Kerala because of the presence many famous institutions and many other famous and important temples and churches. It is also the fourth largest city in Kerala. Thrissur is also called cultural capital kerala. Tourist who are interested in culture and heritage can include trissur in there kerala tour

Thrissur is the place famous for the most colourful temple festival- the Thrissur Pooram. Thrissur pooram increases the tourist attraction in trip to kerala

Trip to Palakkad Kerala

The city of Palakkad is the district’s headquarters. Palakkad was also known as Palghat. The district is bounded by Thrissur, Malappuram and Tamil Nadu. Being bordered by Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, Palakkad is very much influenced by the Tamil language and culture. The major attractions in the district in kerala trip are the Palakkad fort, Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, Malampuzha dam garden, Killikkurussimangalam (the birthplace of a great Malayalam poet and creator of the art form ‘Ottamthullal’ – Kunchan Nambiar), etc.

The district is the seat of cultural growth and activities in Kerala and has contributed many famous personalities to the cultural world. Some of them are Kunchan Nambiar (poet and creator of ‘Ottamthullal’ art form), Natyacharya Vidushakaratnam Pdma Shri Guru Mani Madhava Chakyar (the man who took koodiyattam tonewheights), Vidya Balan (actress), V T Bhattathiripad (Drama), Keezhpadam Kumaran Nair (Kathakali), V T Bhattathiripad (Drama), Palghat Mani Iyer (Mrudangam), etc.

North Kerala Trip

Trip to Malappuram Kerala

The headquarters of the district is Malappuram town. The district shares its borders with Kozhikode, Wayanad, Tamil Nadu, Palakkad and Thrissur. Green forests, fertile riverbeds, and the picturesque Nilgiris are all major kerala trip attractions here. This district is notable for the political and literary figures it has contributed.

Thunchath Ezhuthachan, known as the father of Malayalam literature hails from this district. Other famous personalities include Mahakavi Vallathol Narayana Menon (poet), Panakkad Shihab Thangal, Nirupama Rao, etc.

Trip to Kozhikode Kerala

The district, also known as Calicut and its headquarters is the town of Kozhikode. Calicut is also a major tourist destination and an active port. The district is bound by Malappuram, Kannur and Wayanad. The major places to visit in kozhikode during trip to kerala include Kozhikode Beach, Sweet Meat Street, Beypore Sea Bridge, Thusharagiri Falls, Kappad Beach (it was on the shores of the Kappad beach that the Portuguese traveller, Vasco da Gama had landed), etc.

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Apart from having many Kerala trip destinations, the place is also very famous for its cuisine. The famous ‘Kozhikode halwa’ is just one among the delicacies that the place has to offer. The verity of dishes increases the kozikod tourist attractions in kerala trip

Wayanad - Kerala Trip

The headquarters of Wayanad is the town of Kalpetta. The place is also known as the ‘Green Paradise’ as most areas are covered with green forests. The major kerala trip attractions here are Eddakkal Caves, Pookode Lake, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Jain Temple, Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, etc.

The district has the largest number of tribal population in the state. The major tribes present here include the Paniyas, Kurichiyas, Adiyars, Kattunayakans, Ooralis, etc.

Trip to Kannur Kerala Trip

Formerly known as Cannanore, Knnur has its headquarters at the city with the same name. The district shares its boundaries with Kasaragod, Kozhikode, Karnataka and the Arabian Sea.

The major tourist destinations kannur in kerala trip are St. Angelo Fort, Arakkal Museum, Meenkunnu Beach, etc.

Trip to Kasaragod Kerala

The port town of Kasaragod is the headquarters of the district. The district shares its boundaries with Karnataka, Kannur and the Arabian Sea. Kasaragod has historical significance and has much historical architectures which are major tourist attractions of Kasaragod in Kerala trip .

With Kasaragode we have reached the end of this brief trip to Kerala. Kerala, the God’s own country has countless number of destinations which are truly breath-taking. Plan a trip to Kerala to explore the beauty of the place.

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