Kerala has
many interesting
tourism destinations that attract
visitors and tourists from all over the world. August is
a festival season of Kerala.
Tourist
Attractions in Kerala
Kochi:
Known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea" Kochi (Cochin) is a busy port
city, which is known for the Chinese fishing nets in its harbor,the
Dutch Palace at Matancherry, St Francis Church, the Jewish synagogue,
Fort Cochin and the Santa Cruz Basilica. Cochin harbor is also an
attractive sight with ships, people and tourists coming together to
ensure there's never a dull moment.Kovalam Beach: Rated among the best beaches in the world, Kovalam beach is situated 18 km from Thiruvananthapuram. You can enjoy sunbathing on the sandy beach, or swimming in the Arabian Sea. There are also facilities for water sports such as surfing, jet skiing, water skiing and catamaran rides.
Backwaters: The backwaters of Kerala, are calm palm-fringed waterways that connect villages along the coast, particularly around Alapuzha. You can enjoy a cruise on a traditional houseboat or Kettuvallom into a serene world of quiet water and greenery interrupted only by the sound of rippling water and birdcalls.
Alappuzha: Some of the most scenic Kerala backwaters are to be seen near this town of the coast of Kerala, India. Alapuzha is the venue for the annual snake boat races held during the Onam festival, where teams compete for the Nehru Gold Cup. The event is a popular tourist attraction where crowds gather to cheer their favorite teams.
Kumarakom: This group of islands in Vembanad Lake is an out of this world destination. The beauty of the swaying palm trees, green paddy fields, waterways and the sound of birdsong from the nearby bird sanctuary makes an Indian Holiday at Kumarakom, truly unforgettable.
Ayurvedic Health Resorts: Ayurveda, which has been practiced in India for centuries, as a traditional system of healing and rejuvenation, is now known worldwide. Tourists come to Kerala from across the world to experience the benefits of ayurvedic massage therapy, which involves treating the body with oils made from medicinal herbs.
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