Places to Visit in Kerala
Lighthouse Beach
So named because of the lighthouse perched on top of Kurumkal Hill, the southernmost beach of Kovalam—Lighthouse Beach—is one of the most stunning beaches in India.
Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple
A small, 8th century rock cut temple, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Caves may not be grand enough, but patrons of ancient Indian architecture may appreciate the one-celled shrine with a loose sculpture of Vinandhara Dakshinamurthi ...more
Karamana River
You’ve got to appreciate the expansive green patches of tropical flora dotting the gorgeous lake. Karamana River has its own unique charm and ways to entertain tourists. Visit the Thiruvallam Boat Club located on the riv...more
Dutch Palace
The Mattancherry Palace was built by the Portuguese in 1545 AD, for Veera Kerala Varma, the then King of Kochi, as compensation for plundering a temple in the vicinity. They even built a shrine to the goddess Bhagavathy,...more
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
The Portuguese, it is said, built many churches in Fort Kochi, among which, only two were left standing by the Dutch. One was the St. Francis Church and the other was the Santa Cruz Cathedral. While the former remained a...more
Kerala Kathakali Centre
After a whole day spent walking around Fort Kochi, exploring its heritage, the best way to unwind is by attending a local performance at the end of the day. Head to the Kerala Kathakali Centre, located near the Santa Cru...more
Balaramapuram
Located just 15km southeast of Trivandrum, Balaramapuram is a congested bustling town, the by lanes of which resonate with the constant rhythm of weaving looms. Step inside, and see a world of the classic white and gold ...more
Puthe Maliga Palace Museum
A small banana plantation has to be traversed to reach the 200-year-old museum next to the Padmanabha Swamy Temple. The Puthe Maliga Palace Museum was once the palace of the Maharaja of Travancore. It’s main attraction l...more
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is hard to miss as one can see the yellow seven-tiered Gopuram from all around. A specific timeline is hard to attach to the ancient Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum. It is said to be...more
Marayur Dolmens
Marayur Dolmens (burial chambers) are one of the secret places to visit around Munnar. These lie at some 42 km from Munnar on SH 17 and date back to Stone Age, somewhere around 10,000 BC. There are dozens of dolmens pepp...more
Eravikulam National Park
Spread over 97 sq km, this Eravikulam National Park is home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr or the mountain goat of South India. This national park beholds the unique montane shola grassland ecosystem of the Western Ghats...more
Tea Museum
Other than its world famous tea estates, Munnar also has a tea museum to its name. This interesting museum is set inside the Nallathanni Estate and is a must-visit for tea aficionados. It houses Rotorvane, a 1905 tea ro...more
Trek to the Aruvikkuzhi waterfall
Surrounded by a vast expanse of lush green rubber plantation, the invigorating Aruvikkuzhi waterfall can leave a traveller amazed with its beauty. Popular among both trekkers and nature loving travellers who like to expl...more
A canoeing trip inside Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
As evident from its name itself, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary can prove to be a paradise for every birder. Situated along the beautiful backwaters of Kumarakom, a part of the beautiful Vembanad Lake is connected to this ...more
Backwater cruise on Vembanad Lake
One of the biggest attractions in the quaint town of Kumarakom, the Vembanad Lake is a big reason why travellers from all parts of the world visit this place.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
As evident from its name itself, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary can prove to be a paradise for every birder. Situated along the beautiful backwaters of Kumarakom, a part of the beautiful Vembanad Lake is connected to this ...more
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