Kerala, India's most advanced society : A hundred percent literate people. World-class health care systems. India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates. The highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is also India's cleanest State.

With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty four rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil streches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. Ayurvedic health holidays. Enchanting art forms. Magical festivals. Historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine... All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, every one of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.

For administrative purpose, the state of Kerala is divided into fourteen districts. Most of these districts offer all the tourism products typical of the State.

Location
Kerala is on the southernmost tip of India. It stretches along the coast of the Arabian Sea and is separated from the rest of the sub continent by the steep Western Ghats. The state lies between 80 18 ' and 120 48 ' north latitude and 740 52' and 770 22' east longitude. The breadth of the state varies from 32 kms in the extreme north and south to over 120 kms in the middle.

Kerala Backwaters
» Alappuzha Backwaters
If you are nourishing the idea of spending some good time, amidst the sights and sounds of the hydrosphere, then step into a country boat and wind through the labyrinth of canals in Alappuzha. While cruising through these canals, one would come across many interesting aspects of day-to-day life on the land as well as on water.

» Kuttanad Backwaters
Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala is all about an agrarian community, striking a chord of harmony with its physical setting. Noted for its farming below sea level (about 4 to 10 feet) the land of Kuttanad possesses a socio-cultural fabric of its own. Four major rivers in Kerala viz. Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil and Manimala flow into the region.

» Pathiramanal Backwaters
Pathiramanal,a small island on the backwaters of Alappuzha,is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating from different parts of the world.Surrounded by the Vembanad Lake,stretching from Alappuzha to Kochi and the Kayamkulam lake,Pathiramanal is accessible only by boat.The green island thus forms an ideal place for a break in the journey while on a backwater cruise.The mainland Alappuzha has a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers criss crossing it and is a district of immense natural beauty.

» QST & R Block Kayals Backwaters
QST & R Block Kayals (backwaters) remind the visitor of the famous dikes of Holland.A striking example of the indigenous agricultural engineering know-how,here cultivation and habitation are made possible at four to ten feet below the sea level.For this purpose extensive land has been reclaimed from the backwaters and is protected by dikes built around it.A leisurely cruise along the canals here is a memorable experience.

» Sasthamkotta Backwaters
Sasthamkotta, situated about 29 kms from Kollam town, can be rightly called the 'Queen of Lakes'. This vast fresh water lake flanked by hills on three sides is the largest of its kind in Kerala. The ancient Sastha Temple, which lends its name to the town, is an important pilgrim centre. This temple dedicated to both Lord Ganesha and Lord Ayyappa is surrounded by hills and forests, and the monkeys inhabiting the premises are considered holy. The monkeys of Sasthamkotta are believed to be the faithful entourage of the ruling deity, the Dharmasastha and therefore they have a spiritual ambience about them. The monkeys are devotee-friendly, and the thousands of devotees visiting the temple take pleasure in feeding these monkeys with nuts and fruits.

Museums in Kerala
Ambalavayal Heritage Museum
Ambalavayal Heritage Museum
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Kuthiramalika (Puthenmalika) Palace
Madhavan Nayar Foundation
Maritime Museum
Napier Museum & Art Gallery
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery
Tea Museum- Munnar
The Hill Palace Museum
The Museum of Kerala History

Beaches in Kerala
Alappuzha Beach
Bekal Fort Beach, Kasaragod
Beypore Beach
Cherai Beach
Chithari Beach
Kappad Beach, Kozhikode
Kappil Beach
Kovalam Beach
Kozhikode Beach
Muzhapilangad Beach
Payyambalam Beach
Thirumullavaram beach
Valapattanam
Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram

Monuments in Kerala
Bolghatty Island
Chendamangalam
Edakkal caves
Fort Kochi
Koyikkal Palace, Nedumangad
KrishnapuramPalace,Kayamkulam
Kunchan Smarakam, Palakkad
Mattancherry Palace
Padmanabhapuram Palace
Poonjar Palace
Shakthan Thampuran Palace, Thrissur
Synagogue
Synagogue at Chennamangalam
Thangasseri
Thrithala