Kerala

Kerala is one of the sought after International tourist destinations in Asia. Kerala has a unique geographical features that has and is attracting tourist from across the globe. Kerala is the south west tip of India, enclosed by the Arabian Sea on the west and Western Ghats on the east. This coastline state of India stretches to about 600 Kilo Meters of clean beaches, serene backwaters, green paddy fields, swaying coconut lagoons, dense green jungles and hill stations. Kerala's rich and uique art forms and a highly literate society has always been a part of its Unique selling point. Kerala! the charming, seductive, ...  Read the complete review

’’’’Land of God ...Land of Backwaters’’’’ KERALA IN GENERAL ---------------- Nostalgic Background Though this is review after a long time and probably the right time for my review. This machine world which we are living is filled with the daily activities which we on a normal course makes our mind and body so crazy that at one point of time our mind really stops working. My review on Kerala in general will not be a geography lesson but my 15day Journey to this Mystique land I got a wonderful opportunity to mix up Business and pleasure together as I had a meeting in Kochi with one of my ...  Read the complete review

The backwater cruise through the narrow canals that criss-cross a typical Kerala Village,rich with green paddy fields and verdant coconut trees and is a thrilling experience. The boat cruise takes you to small islets tucked away amidst those waters where you get glimpses of village at the best of its serenity and innocence.The total length of the backwater stretches over 1500 km, with a network of 44 rivers, lagoons and lakes from north to south Kerala.The boats cross shallow, palm-fringed lakes studded with cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, and travel along narrow, shady canals where coir (coconut fibre), copra (dried coconut meat ) and cashews are loaded on to boats. ...  Read the complete review

Sunshine, a different culture and a spot of yoga – that’s why I went to India. But before I launch myself into this opinion I must first explain the role that Hercules plays in it!! Yes, we’re talking about Hercules, he of Greek mythology, muscular hero of children’s stories and the favourite ‘fighting figure’ of my nine year old nephew! This Hercules stands one foot high and is distinctly battle scarred from his regular fights with other members of the toy cupboard army that is my nephew’s pride and joy! I was telling him about my trip, during one of the aforementioned battles and pointed out the fact that Hercules looked ...  Read the complete review

The world is getting smaller. Faster planes, cheap charter flights and boredom with the traditional holiday destinations are drawing increasing numbers to long haul destinations. Kerala, on India's southernmost tip is the latest spot to open up to mass tourism and judging by the number of repeat bookings for next year, its future as a winter sun holiday hot spot is assured. Kerala, while retaining the unique charm of India, differs from the rest of the sub-continent in a number of ways. Its population of 26 million has the highest literacy rate in India, the landscape is lush and fertile, supporting coconut, mango, papaya and all manner of exotic fruit. Its ...  Read the complete review