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KERALA TRAVEL GUIDE

QUICK TRAVEL GUIDE ON KERALA

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KERALA HOUSEBOAT

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CRUISE THE BACKWATERS ON A HOUSEBOAT

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A trip to Kerala wouldn't be complete without a trip along the Kerala backwaters on a houseboat. The lush green palm-fringed landscape, diverse wildlife, and houses and villages that line the backwaters make a journey along these waterways seem like a journey through another world. It's one of the most tranquil things you can do. The Kerala backwaters are a memorable backdrop for a romantic Kerala getaway as well.

Valiyaparamba Kasargod, Chithari Island Kasargod, Canoly Canal Kozhikode, Kumarakam Kottayam, Kuttanad Alapuzha, Paravur Kollam, Thiruvallam Thiruvanthapuram

Backwater Regions

HILL STATIONS

MUNNAR IN EDUKKI

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Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. 1,600 m above sea level.. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji.

Travel Options in and around Munnar Eravikulam National ParkAnamudi PeakMattupettyPallivasalTea MuseumChinnakanal & Anayirangal

HILL STATIONS

WAYANAD

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Home to fascinating legends, mysterious mountain caves, hidden treasures, aborigine tribes, treehouses, jungle trails and exotic wild life, this little known district of Kerala is the perfect setting for a hundred great adventures. Dominated by the Western Ghats, one of the world's last surviving tracts of tropical biodiversity, Wayanad's terrain is characterised by extensive streches of wilderness.

Being traditionally more or less isolated from the rest of kerala, the region has distinctive character all it's own. Accessible only by road from other parts of kerala, and the neighbouring states of Karnataka and Tamilnadu, wayanad is the perfect family gate way.

HILL STATIONS

GAVI IN PATHANAMTHITTA

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Gavi is an eco-tourist spot in Kerala which has widely become popular after 'Alistair International' the world acclaimed tourism major listed it among the leading eco-tourism centres and one of the must-see places in India. A must visit place for all nature lovers as Gavi is preserved in its natural scenic beauty untainted by the mighty hands of modernity.

PERFORMING ARTKATHAKALI

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Kathakali is a stylized classical Indian dance-drama noted for the attractive make-up of characters, elaborate costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion.

PERFORMING ARTMOHINIYATTAM

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The sinuous dance of the enchantress, this is a distinctive classical dance form of Kerala. Slow, graceful, swaying movements of the body and limbs and highly emotive eye and hand gestures are unique to this dance form. The simple, elegant gold-filigreed dress, in pure white or ivory, is akin to the traditional attire of the women of Kerala.

RITUAL ARTTHEYYAM

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Theyyam – the ritualistic performance, which can be described as the most visible, spectacular art form of Malabar (Northern part of Kerala), associated with myths and legends. Theyyam can also be described as a form of worship consisting of rituals, colorful costumes and divine dance through which the gods are appeased and honoured.

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MARTIAL ARTKALARIPAYAT

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Kalaripayattu the martial art form of Kerala is regarded as the oldest and most scientific of its kind in the world. Training in combat is given at the Kalari. Kalaripayattu training aims at the ultimate co-ordination of the mind and body. The traditional training in a kalari includes specialisation in indigenous medical practice too. Kalaris are also centers of religious worship.

KERALA BEACHESKOVALAM

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Kovalam is a beach town by the Arabian Sea in Thiruvananthapuram city, Kerala, India, located around 16 km from the city center.Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees.Kovalam has three beaches separated by rocky outcroppings in its 17 km coastline, the three together form the famous crescent of the Kovalam beach

SPECIALITIESYOGA

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Yoga are the physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that aim to transform body and mind. The ultimate goal of Yoga is moksha (liberation) though the exact definition of what form this takes depends on the philosophical or theological system with which it is conjugated. Contact us to meet the best yoga learning centre in Kannur/Kasargod

SPECIALITIESAYURVEDA

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Ayurveda is the ancient Indian Health Science developed through centuries’ long research works of sages, who were eminent scholars. Though the term "Ayurveda" denotes 'the knowledge of life', it is not only the system to cure diseases but also a method to achieve "Perfect Health". It provides the ways to improve the quality of life both physical and mental and helps to attain the bliss of real life. Contact us for authentic yoga treatment.

FESTIVALSONAM

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Onam is a Hindu festival celebrated by the people of Kerala, India. It is also the state festival of Kerala with State holidays on 4 days mostly falls in August or September every year.

CHENDA MELAMS

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FESTIVALS

PULIKALI

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FESTIVALSPuli Kali is a colorful recreational folk art from the state of Kerala. It is performed by trained artists to entertain people on the occasion of Onam, an annual harvest festival, celebrated mainly in the Indian state of Kerala, specially in Trissur district.

GAJA MELA

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FESTIVALS

VALLAMKALI

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FESTIVALS

ATTUKAL PONKALA

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FESTIVALS

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