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Holidays in Kerala - Popular Attractions and Destinations

Written by Ashutosh TRipathi

Topic: TravelPublished June 14, 2012
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Situated at the southern tip of Indian country, Kerala is globally renowned destination for housing natural ecstasy. With its wide array of tourist attractions and popular holiday spots the state receives holidaymakers from over the globe. It is a perfect getaway to enjoying holidays, recreation and rejuvenation. The place is admired by honeymooners, nature lovers and adventurous seekers alike. Now have a look at some popular attractions and destinations to explore on vacations in Kerala.

Long stretched sandy beaches are the prime attraction of Kerala tourism. The state has long and beautiful shoreline. Many enhancing beach holiday spots are located along its shore attract vacationers from far away places. Some popular beach holiday spots are Kovalam, Cherai, Fort Kochi, Varkala and Alappuzha. Tourism facilities and services are also very good at these beaches. Medium range to luxury beach resorts, massage parlors, shopping complexes, restaurants, café and other services are easily available.

Backwater is the unique attraction of Kerala Tourism packages. It is the most preferred and one of the few destinations in India where tourists can take pleasure of backwater journeys. The state has about 900 km long network of interconnected water bodies that makes visitors spellbound. Traditional houseboats are the best way to explore the backwater world of Kerala. Different types of houseboats from medium range to luxury are easily obtainable at popular backwaters spots and affordable for every pocket. Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kasargod, Kollam, Fort Kochi, Kozhikode and Munroe Island are the some important backwater holiday spots of the state.

The true natural ecstasy of Kerala can be explored by its lush green and misty hill towns. There are many scenic hill stations located around the state emerging as the most pleasing destinations for spending holidays in Kerala. Munnar is the most beautiful hill town set at the high Western Ghats in Idukki district. It is favorite places for honeymoon couples and nature lovers. Lush green surroundings, beautiful valleys and hill peaks and pleasing climate make this place heaven for holidaymakers. Wayanad, Ponmudi, Palakkad and Vagamon are the other important hill towns to visit around the state.

The state is also known for its rich collection of flora and fauna. It is the home of many popular national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Periyar National Park is one of the most popular wildlife destinations to visit in Kerala. The reserve is set in beautiful surroundings of Periyar Lake. About more than one thousand Indian elephants and significant population of royal Bengal tigers have their permanent residence in Periyar Reserve. Boat ride over the scenic Periyar Lake is the only way to explore this protected region that makes it more exciting for visitors.

These are the major attractions and destinations of tours to Kerala. Apart from these, tourists can enjoy much more on their Kerala holiday. The state is also famous from delicious cuisines, cultural events and Ayurvedic treatments. Well, plan you trip of the state and enjoy some quality time with your family.

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Ashutosh Tripathi is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for Kerala Tours and Kerala holiday.