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Experience the Bliss of Heaven at Tourist Destinations of Kerala

Written by Sanjog Kumar

Topic: TravelPublished March 26, 2012
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Kerala has the abundance of natural beauty which you can see in its various tourist destinations. Located on the Southern corner of India, Kerala has the unmatched natural beauty, dazzling climatic atmosphere and gorgeous places, making it the topmost tourist destination. Different tourist destinations have the plenty of attractions like backwaters, beaches, hill stations and exotic flora and fauna.

Let us learn about some popular destinations of Kerala:

Alappuzha

Alappuzha or Alleppey is an exotic backwater sites in Kerala. This small marketplace is interlocked by various canals and bridges. It also serves as the venue for the popular Nehru Trophy Boat Race every year. This annual event attracts millions of tourists every year. The locally made Coir products also make it famous place.

Cochin

Affectionately dubbed as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea', Kochi or Cochin is famous amongst tourists for its gorgeous beaches. They hold the marvel called Chinese Fishing Net. Tourists can stroll around the city to see some spectacular attractions. The beautiful view of the ship sailing over the beaches is also a wonderful tourist attraction of the city.

Kovalam

Kovalam is a mix of three small beaches named Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra. Famous for its golden beaches as well as palm fringed shores, it is an ideal treat for beach lovers. Called as the Paradise of the East, Kovalam is the finest beach resort in the world. Its blissful atmosphere with scintillating palm trees and unadulterated water beckon adventure lovers.

Kumarakom

The village is a cluster of small islands on the Vembanad Lake. It is an important part of the Kuttanad region. The famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, spread across 14 acres is a preferred place of migratory birds. Spending holidays in this city amidst gorgeous mangrove forests, impressive coconut canopies, and swaying palms is an unforgettable experience.

Munnar

This small hill station offers you breathtaking views of the Kannan Devan Hills. It is a popular hill resort of India. Munnar boasts of lush greenery, beautiful lakes and green tea estates. The calm environs of Munnar enthrall visitors to relax in the lap of nature. The place also beacons the adventure-seeking travellers.

Thiruvananthapuram

It is the capital city of Kerala. A district enclosed by the Arabian Sea and the Western ghats, the place was earlier known as Trivandrum. A calm and clean city, it boasts of its rich cultural heritage. Retaining its past glory, it derived its name from the deity at the Sree Anantha Padmanabhaswami Temple.

Varkala

Varkala is popular for its calm secluded stretch of sand. It has the Papanasam beach, known for its mineral springs. An important Hindu pilgrimage centre, it is the final resting place of Sree Narayana Guru, a great social reformer. A 2000 year old temple called Sree Janardhana Swamy temple also lies here.

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Endowed with sheer natural beauty and wonderful attractions, Kerala Tourist Destinations are worth exploring. Go for its various cities and especially plan a Periyar Tour to see some popular attractions of the state.

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