Languages Spoken

Malayalam, English, Hindi

Nearest Airport

Trivandrum, Cochin, Calicut

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

Nearest Railway Station

Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Kozhikode



About

Kerala

  Kerala, God's Own Country, is a stunning destination in India, famous for its backwaters, beaches, hill stations, wildlife, and rich culture. Here’s a simple guide to help you plan your trip




WHY VISIT Kerala?

Backwaters

Cruise through serene canals in Alleppey or Kollam.

Beaches

Relax at Kovalam, Varkala, or Marari Beach.

Hill Stations

Explore Munnar’s tea gardens or Wayanad’s misty hills.

Wildlife

Spot elephants and tigers at Periyar National Park.

Spices

Visit Thekkady, the spice garden of Kerala.




TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN Kerala

Alleppey

Houseboat cruises in palm-fringed backwaters.

Munnar

Tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, and waterfalls.

Wayanad

Trek to Chembra Peak, explore Edakkal Caves.

Kovalam

Golden beaches and a iconic lighthouse.

Thekkady

Wildlife safaris and spice plantations.

Fort Kochi

Colonial history, Chinese fishing nets, and art cafes.

Varkala

Cliffside beaches and yoga retreats.



BEST TIME TO VISIT

October-February

Perfect weather for beaches, backwaters, and hill stations.

June-September

Monsoon season, ideal for Ayurveda and lush greenery.

March-May

Great for budget travel and hill stations.




Kerala CULTURE & MUST-TRY FOOD

Kerala Culture

  • Art Forms: Kathakali, Theyyam, and Mohiniyattam.
  • Festivals: Onam (boat races and feasts), Thrissur Pooram (elephant processions).
  • Cuisine: Try Sadya (festive feast), appam with stew, and seafood curries.

Must-Try Food in Kashmir

Kerala Culture

  • Sadya: A banana-leaf feast with rice, sambar, and payasam.
  • Appam with Stew: Soft rice pancakes with creamy coconut stew.
  • Puttu and Kadala Curry: Steamed rice cakes with spicy chickpea curry.
  • Fish Moilee: Mild coconut fish curry.
  • Karimeen Pollichathu: Grilled fish in banana leaves.
  • Banana Chips: Crispy, spiced banana slices
  • Payasam: Sweet, creamy dessert with nuts.
  • Don’t miss fresh coconut water or spiced buttermilk (Sambharam) to cool down. Kerala’s food is a delicious blend of bold flavors and tropical ingredients!:



TRAVEL TIPS FOR Kerala

Pack Light Cotton Clothes

Kerala is humid; breathable fabrics work best.

Carry Rain Gear

Especially during monsoons.

Book in Advance

Houseboats and resorts fill up quickly.

Try Local Food

Don’t miss Kerala’s seafood, appam, and sadya.

Respect Local Culture

Dress modestly, especially at religious sites.

Use Public Transport

Buses and trains are affordable and well-connected.




QUICK ITINERARIES FOR Kerala

📍 1. Kochi (2 Days)

Day 1 Fort Kochi → Chinese Fishing Nets → Jew Town & Mattancherry Palace Day 2 Marine Drive → Bolgatty Palace → Broadway Market

📍 2. Munnar (2 Days)

Day 1 Tea Gardens → Eravikulam National Park → Mattupetty Dam. Day 2 Echo Point → Kundala Lake → Top Station

📍 3. Alleppey (1-2 Days)

Day 1 Alleppey Backwaters → Houseboat Cruise → Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Day 2 Marari Beach → Pathiramanal Island

📍 4. Wayanad (1-2 Days)

Day 1 Chembra Peak → Banasura Sagar Dam → Edakkal Caves Day 2 Pookode Lake → Soochipara Falls → Kuruva Island