Kerala is famous for its unique geography, tranquil backwaters, unspoiled beaches, art forms and spices. It is also famous for its charming houseboats, sprawling tea plantations, unique eco-tourism, magnificent architecture, Ayurvedic treatments and unforgettable culinary experiences.
Best Places to visit in Kerala are:
1. Munnar:
Munnar is a hill station in Kerala, which is bless with lush vegetation and scenic natural beauty. Located in Idukki, Munnar has an extensive tea plantation. The hill station sees the growth of a large amount tea in its slopes. The tea gardens in Munnar cannot be missed when you are visiting the place. Munnar is also home to two Wildlife Sanctuaries, the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary and the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary.
2. Kovalam:
Kovalam is another beach location in Kerala. Beach lovers often head to this place to enjoy some nice beach time. Hawa Beach and the Lighthouse Beach are two of the most beautiful beaches in Kovalam. Sunbath in the sands or swim in the water, you can enjoy a great time in Kovalam.
4. Kumarakom:
Kumarakom is another backwater destination in Kerala. Although not as large as Alleppey, but you can still enjoy the backwater experience in Kumarakom. Kumarakom sits by the Vembanad Lake, a very picturesque lake in Kerala. If you want to get away from the hustle and noise of city life to enjoy a quaint weekend, Kumarakom is the perfect place. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is also a frequently visited place in the village. An ornithologist’s delight, this sanctuary is home to many bird species like the Siberian cranes, Waterfowls, Owls, Cuckoo, Parrots, Larks and many more.
5. Thekkady :
Thekkady in Kerala is popular for the Periyar National Park. This is the biggest national park in the entire state and is one of the important national parks in India. This national park is one of the biggest elephant and tiger reserve in our country. Periyar Lake sits inside the national park and you can take a boat ride on the lake, while spotting wild animals from the water.
6. Alleppey: Kerala as we know is popular for its backwaters and Alleppey is the backwater capital. If you want to experience the backwater experience in Kerala head to Alleppey. You can enjoy a nice backwater cruise enjoying the scenic beauty of Kerala as your cruise passes the still waters. The fun thing about Alleppey is that you can stay in a house boat and absorb the backwater experience from up close.
7. Thrissur:
Thrissur boasts of its rich cultural extravaganza along with scenic splendor like picturesque waterfalls and beaches. Famous for Thrissur Pooram and Onam celebrations, this small quaint town of Kerala is fittingly acknowledged as the ‘cultural capital of Kerala.
8. Kochi :
Known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi is a port city in Kerala. This city has seen a number of foreign invasions and thus have become a potpourri of cultures. While in Kochi head to the Vasco de Gama church, it is believed that when Vasco de Gama died in India, he was buried in this church although later his remains have been transferred to Lisbon. Cherai Beach, Fort Immanuel, David Hall and Mattancherry Palace are some popular destinations in Kochi.
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