7 Breathtaking Spots in Kerala that will put the World to Surprise

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Want a beach vacation? A cozy, lazy day by the sea, soaking in the sun relishing the pureness of tender coconut and sumptuous seafood, or are you looking for a wild adventure nestled amidst thick, dense forest listening to the merry chirping of birds and a visit from an elephant roaming about? Or is your perfect holiday location a breathtaking hill station blanketed by the coolness of greenery or a stay in a houseboat swaying in the backwaters while savoring some freshly prepared fish?

How about experiencing it all together during a single trip? Might sound like an impossible fantasy? But there is one such mesmerizing beauty located on the southwestern Malabar Coast of India. Popularly known among tourists as God’s own country, Kerala is one of the most naturally enthroned places with an array of landscapes, rich heritage, and vibrant culture. Though the entire place is a wonder on its own, there are few breathtaking spots in Kerala that shouldn’t be missed while there.

Listed below are some of the locations that set Kerala apart from other holiday destinations, and are therefore worth considering booking Kerala tour packages immediately.

1. Munnar

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With exotic, ornate greenery, captivating panorama of tea plantations, magnificent forests rich with untamed fauna, bewitching lakes, and enticing climate throughout the year, Munnar is one such place that looks like the one carved out of fairytales. Munnar is known to be the commercial hub of some of the world’s largest tea plantations. This mesmerizing beauty gets its name from “moon,” which translates to three in Malayalam and “aar” to a river.

So it basically is known as the land of three rivers, namely Mattupetty, Nallathanni, and Periavaru. Munnar also houses some of the endemic and endangered species of flora and fauna peculiar to this place like the Nilgiri Tahr and Neelakurinji. Neelakurinji is a very rare species of shrubs that bloom once in twelve years, and scads of tourists visit here to witness this wonder that paints the mountains of Munnar blue.

2. Alleppey

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Popularly known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey is a heart-stopping beauty that is sure to drop jaws. One of the most favorite destinations in Kerala, Alleppey, is loved by tourists for its enthralling backwaters. Visitors can hire a houseboat and go exploring the backwaters and even spend a night or two gliding on water in these traditional and age-old transportation boats.

3. Wayanad

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Gushing waterfalls, serene greenery, exotic flora and fauna, caves that shout out history, and the hypnotizing lakes are few of the many wonders Wayanad hides in its trunk. A very popular hill station in Kerala, most of Wayanad is still untouched by the artificiality of development and modernity. It is nature in its purest form. Some of the spots that should be ticked off before leaving are Banasura Sagar Dam, Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Soochipara Falls, Pookode Lake, and Bandipur Forest.

4. Kozhikode

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In 1498, European Sailor Vasco Da Gama set his foot in the Kappad Beach of Kozhikode, and that was how India started trading with Europe and then later became the spice basket of the world. Located by the soaring Arabian Sea, Kozhikode is a must-visit place to experience a cultural journey that is vibrant and rich, like the hues on an artist’s palette. It is that ideal beach location that can offer the most sumptuous meals one can find in Kerala. A few of the major tourist spots in Kozhikode are Thusharagiri Falls, Kozhikode Beach, Kappad Beach, Kakkayam Dam, Beypore, backwaters of Kallai and Cannoli and Mananchira Square.

5. Thekkady

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Thekkady is one such spot in Kerala that is brimming with tourists throughout the year. Well-renowned for its rich wildlife reserve, Thekkady is the grazing land of many exotic faunae like Sambars, Gaurs, Elephants, and tigers. A bamboo rafting or a trek can make the Thekkady experience even worthwhile. Periyar Tiger Reserve is the key highlight of Thekkady.

6. Fort Kochi

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Bustling with tourists, Fort Kochi can be referred to as the face of Kerala’s tourism as this is where most of the tourists drop in at first while on a Kerala Adventure. It is literally the gateway to Kerala. Rich with vivid culture and heritage, Fort Kochi is also blessed abundantly with natural beauty. The Chinese Fishing Nets, Jewish Synagogue, Bolgatty Palace, Jew Street, and Mattanchery Palace are few of the spots that have to be visited while here. Fort Kochi is also the ideal shopping haven to take back home some souvenirs to cherish for a lifetime.

7. Kovalam

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Lying along the coastlines of the Arabian Sea, Kovalam is the beach paradise for most tourists visiting Kerala. With low tidal waves and sunny, calm weather most of the year, Kovalam is the perfect spot to chill and relax by the sea. This place is filled up with Ayurvedic massage centers and treatment centers, which is another reason tourists prefer to spend some quality time here. Kovalam is also the ideal place to engage in watersports.

The serenity of the place is contrasted by the vibrancy of its rich culture. With pleasant weather conditions throughout the year, Kerala attracts tourists from all over the world. Kerala has something for everyone. Be it couples on honeymoon seeking to explore a romantic hill station or a group of youth in pursuit of a backpacking trek or a family with kids looking to enjoy a beach vacation; no one goes back from Kerala disappointed.

For more information related to tourist destinations in Kerala, and the best tour packages available, contact Flamingo Transworld. We will provide you with all the detailed information that you will require to plan your holidays.

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