Kerala is a state most popular for its backwaters. The emerald green backwaters in the state of Kerala comprise of peaceful stretches of the lakes, wide canals and manicured lagoons situated adjacent to the coastline of the Arabian Sea.

The backwater estate of Kerala is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the whole big wide world. The peaceful and luxurious houseboat stay is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience. Among a lot of cities that offer a look of the backwaters and its popular attraction houseboats, Alappuzha that is also known as the ‘Venice of the East’, is specially popular for its houseboat rides where one can absorb in the beauty of the majestic nature to see its finest profile while relaxing in the arms of natural beauty that could be stared at from the unique home stay in the houseboats.

The backwater territories are loaded with the side view of tall palm and coconut trees with water as clear as crystal and the paddy field by the sides, which are most helpful in making a visitor fall completely in love with the place.

From Varkala to Kannur or from Kochi to Kovalam, the state of Kerala is stuffed and loaded with spectacular beaches- bracketed with the lush green palm trees on the sides. The beautiful coastline created by the enormous Arabian Sea opens its mouth directly to the state of Kerala in India. One can relish their souls and feel free by the numerous kinds of beach location in the state that strings from lively aura to peaceful hide-outs. There is something for everyone’s choice.

White sand beaches and blown sand beaches are more likely to be found in this gorgeous state of the God. Kerala is womb to the most attractive beaches in the world, Varkala beach is also been listed in the range of top 10 most beautiful seasonal beaches in the world. By the sides of the beaches, one can find a number of resorts and inns to shift there at the night to relax and enjoy the amazing hospitality of the hoteliers.

The tall elevated mountain tops and the greenery of trees and tea plantation on it making the whole view of the towns in Kerala absorb in the tint of freshness. There is no one who does not like to spend some time in the hill stations as they offer the best kind of twist to your vacations. The kind of serenity and the calmness presented in a landscaped configuration of the hill stations of Kerala that would simply take your heart away.

Hill stations of Kerala are one of the most exotic locations for young love-birds or honeymooners. Lush greenery all around, wishing birds singing the song of love and blossoming flora will make each penny spent on the trip ‘worth it!’. By the rotation of the sun, the valley changes its tint and blooms in different shades of orange and blue making it a perfect picturesque destination and a paradise in disguise for photography freaks.

One of the most ancient styles of spa and healthcare had taken birth in the prestigious land of India about 5000 years ago. It is among the most philosophical and subtle combination of medication across the globe healing and mending people from native or far-away lands since infancy.

It is a well educated way to doctor humans in the most unique and naturalistic style. This art of antidote is been practiced in the state of Kerala as the mainstream way of treating the ailments and you would definitely find numerous hospitals and clinics that are providing sessions of Ayurveda. One must try Ayurveda treatments of Kerala, which is a complete package of diagnosis of human bodies Vata, pitta and kapha to retain the right equilibrium.

The timeworn act of Ayurveda comes handy with its own kind of pros and that include: beauty care, sudation of body, body slimming, overall fitness, traditional treatment of eyes, oil massage with medicinal values, sets free the back pain and the list goes endless. One of the most naturist ways of healthcare is completely side-effect free and is helpful for all age groups.

“There is no sincerer love than the love of food” quoted by the legendary writer George Bernard Shaw is what everybody would relate to. When we are travelling through different cities and countries we tend to fall for its cuisine and our search for ultimate food never takes rest. The southern region of the country offers us it’s lip-smacking food decorated with the platter of love.

Kerala is one such state in the southern peninsula of India that would take us on a ride of tasty dishes that are not just mouth-watering but also healthy. The traditional way of serving food on a banana leaf and sitting on floor to gulp the meal, you would feel the simplicity of the men and women in the state. The tasty and healthy meal of Kerala is also known as ‘sadhya’. Different south-Indian dishes that should surely give a try are dosa, idly, upma, utapam, rasam, sambhar, tomato-rice, lemon-rice and many more to make you gain a few more ounces.

Besides the ultimate beauty in-stored in the flick of the state that comprises of alluring landscapes, laid-back beaches, spongy fields, finger-liking food, green and tall trees, vivid wildlife and classy houseboats, the state is decorated and dotted with a lot of pilgrimage sites and auspicious places that is been visited by a number of tourists and pilgrims throughout the year.

Also known as ‘God’s own country’, Kerala has the most serene and sobre temples that make the aura of the whole state spiritual and pure.

Kerala is a state that has a lot of hidden mythological tales taken place in this very land of the ‘supreme power’, the state placed in the thick of temples churches and mosques is a constant attractive point for the pilgrims and visitors making them reach out to the state for pilgrimage tour plans. One of the most explored pilgrimage sites in the state are: Thrissur, Sabrimala, Kottayam, Guruvayoor, Shri Vallabha temple and many more.

Varied ecosystem is considerably the most fantastic view created by the almighty for the people of the planet. The assorted flora and fauna with some lovely and endangered wildlife will make your trip to the state of Kerala a complete package. The southern region of India is a land of the wilderness. The dense forests and adaptable temperatures for the animals make it a perfect habitat for the other living block of the world.

This state of India will serve you with the most vivid look of the wildlife and the natural beauty of their housing society. Scattered lush greenery, lakes, rivers, hills makes the sanctuaries and national parks a most different site in itself. When in Kerala one can plan a jungle safari and can see the Lion-Tailed Macaque, Indian Bison, nilgiri tahr, sloth-bear, royal Bengal tiger and elephants with some more unexplored birds and mammals that could be encountered while you are enjoying amidst the jungles.

Welcome to the majestic land of rhyme and rhythm. People of Kerala are very vibrant and fun-loving. Hence the dance forms and the music they are fond of and are the ancient themes practiced in the state are colorful and charismatic as well.

There is nothing as colorful and attractive as the dance form named kathakali, which is a classical dance form that had taken birth in the womb of Kerala and is still rooted as the most mesmerizing art performed in the state.

Tourists and visitors from in and around the country come and experience the dance and classical music of Kerala and often drop a feedback of blissful and enchanting feels.

Kerala is also famous for a few more dance forms that are an act of myth stories and drama performed like a dance form to allure the audience. Some of the names of these dances are as follows: mohiniattam, koodiyatam, theyyam.

There is no one living on this globe who does not love festivals and the goodness it comes with. The fairs and festivals of the state of Kerala are vibrant and colorful. People of the state love to celebrate whatever come by and hence they have introduced the world with numerous fairs and festivals.

The chaos, traditional festivals, spiritual festivals or the fairs with competitions like boat races and many more are the most popular attractions in the state of Kerala. If talking traditionally the giant elephant plays an important role in culture and customs of Kerala. The same is best demonstrated during the fairs and festivals taking place in Kerala. Decorated elephants and men and women make the aura of the streets of Kerala look like colorful jewels of mother Earth. Some of the most loved and celebrated festivals of Kerala are: Cochin carnival, attukal pongal festival, Nehru trophy boat race, onam festival, Kerala village fair etc.

India was and is always been famous for its spices, dry-fruits, tea, coffee and handicrafts and it seems like the state of Kerala is the best suited place to pack a few kilograms of such things for people back home.

A lot of states and cities are famous for their dresses and shoes but this state in the southern region of the country is famous for its rich spices like chilies, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper and cloves. Hills station like Munnar, is also one of the biggest plantation centres for tea and coffee.

One can also buy India- style banana chips that taste like heaven. Coconut, cashews and raisins are also huge market capturers when it comes to the list of shopping items in Kerala. Do not forget to fill your bags with some decorative items handcrafted by the men of Kerala made up of coconut skin and coir in different shapes like a pony or a hanging décor piece. Also try on some loose and baggy clothes traditionally important in the state.

Whenever we hear the word Kerala a beautiful landscape image strikes our mind that comprises of the serene beaches, tall palm and coconut trees, backwaters in emerald shade, hill stations, tasty south-Indian food and more. Kerala is undeniably one of the best holiday destinations and one of the calmest lands as well.

The tradition and culture of the state is vibrant, colorful and flashy. Men and women of the region are mudded in spiritual and old- cultural values. The traditional dressing style of the state is very different from the rest of the country. They wear simple clothes like saris and dhoti’s.

People of Kerala are most spiritual people around the world and are true believers of the prophecies of the god, this reflects in their dance and art form, which is all a dramatization of the stories from the mythological past. The rich and vibrant culture and traditions followed by the statesmen are the main attractions of the tourists who are keen in knowing the south-Indian culture in depth.

The most famous attraction in the southern state of Kerala is these little houses or hotels floating in the emerald green backwaters of the state. Made with bamboos and wooden items these are the most classy stay idea in God’s own country, Kerala. Although the state of Jammu and Kashmir also offers such houseboat facilities in the north but the state of Kerala is the only state in the southern region that organizes such home stays in its beautiful backwaters at affordable prices. One can choose luxury or normal houseboats as per their pocket and budget both.

Studded with dining area, bars, toilets (biodegradable), rooms this amazing and unique attraction of Kerala makes every tourist fall in love with it. The alluring side views, sparkling green waters, relaxing stay and the serenity in the houseboats make it the first choice of foreign guests planning a stay in the land of God.