Kerala Travel & Tourism

Popular temples in Kollam district with details

Popular temples in Kollam district with details are given here. Kollam district in Kerala is a place with lot of temples and other pilgrimage places. In the below article, I have listed some of the well – known temples in this district and its features. All the below mentioned temples are easily accessible by way of rail or road transport. The nearest airport is Thiruvanthapuram International Airport.

Top tourist destinations in Idukki district

Idukki district is one of the nature rich district of Kerala. The main attractions in Idukki are plantation tours, elephant rides, boat cruise, trekking and so on. In this article I have mentioned the top tourist destination in Idukki. Read below so that you will not miss any during your visit to Idukki.

Important pilgrimage places in Thiruvananthapuram

Important pilgrimage places in Thiruvananthapuram are given here. Thiruvananthapuram the capital city of Kerala has many pilgrimage places. Most of them are famous for its architectural work and many are built in olden days by Maharajas and ancient rulers. In the below article you will get to know about the various Hindu, Christian and Muslim pilgrimages places in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala.

Famous palaces in Thiruvanathapuram

Read the below articles to know about the famous palaces in Thiruvanthapuram. Being the capital city of Kerala, Thiruvanthapuram is known for its tourist attractions. Even though this city has many pilgrimage places, beaches, zoo, museum and other wonderful sights it too have many wonderful palaces worth visiting.

Silent Valley, a National Eco Park of tourist attraction

Here is a short article featuring the Silent Valley National Park, a tourist attraction in Palakkad district, Kerala, with descriptions about its biodiversity and uniqueness as a tropical rain forest. Also preliminary information about its ecology, topography, weather, flora and fauna, etc. are provided.

Enjoy the scenic natural beauty of South India at Kerala backwaters

You will find it hard to resist the picturesque panorama of Kochi, Alapuzha, Kollam, Kottayam and Thiruvanathapuram districts. So, I recommend you to visit the Kerala backwaters if you wish to witness this natural paradise.Read More;

Oachira Parabrahma Temple - An ancient Temple in Kollam

Oachira Parabrahma Temple in Oachira, of Kollam district is a symbol of non-idol worship where the supreme force of nature and God is worshiped. The belief that the supreme is shapeless forms the basis of the temple doctrine.The article narrates the myth behind the temple.

Sasthamcotta - A pilgrimage and tourist place in Kollam

Sasthamcotta is a small town in one of the southern district of Kerala, India. It is a place filled with natural beauty. The place is know for pilgrimage attractions too. Everyone should visit this beautiful place at-least once in their life time.

Ezhimala Hills Payyanur- Tourist Place at Kannur

Ezhimala hills is a wonderful hill station at Kannur district located near Payyanur town. Ezhimala is also famous as the Indian Naval Academy is also situated there.

Chimmini Wild Life Sanctuary in Thrissur, Kerala

Chimmini Wild Life Sanctuary is one of the eco-tourism project of Kerala Tourism. Chimmini Wild Life Sanctuary is located at Mukundapuram Taluk of Thrissur District of Kerala state, in India. Here we give you the exact location, How to reach Chimmini, Contact details and where to stay in Chimmini. This is the best season for visiting Chimmini. So enjoy the summer vacation 2011 in Thrissur Tourist locations.

Thalassery Fort- Best Known Tourist Spot in Kannur

Thalassery Fort, built during the reign of Britishers is one among the best known tourist spots in Kannur. Today, Thalassery Fort stands as a historical monument depicting the glorious rule during early years. It is a perfect destination for study tour package and is located at 22km distance away from Kannur city.

India’s Richest Temple -Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple,Kerala

Sree padmanabhaswamy temple in thiruvananthapuram, kerala is to be called as ‘India’s richest temple’.Credited with the richest temple in india,sree padmanabhaswamy temple situated in the heart of thiruvananthapuram, kerala would really find place in history to be tagged as the richest temple in India as vast treasure of gold was retrieved from one of the ancient temple in kerala. Read more about the exciting information regarding sree padmanabhaswamy temple- the richest temple in India.

Beautiful Natural Backwaters of Kerala

Read about the beautiful natural backwaters of Kerala. Kerala is a land of beauty, nature at its best, a paradise on earth. In the entire country of India it will be impossible to find a parallel to the beauty and enjoyable backwaters (lagoons or lakes). These are nature made by the 38 rivers joining the sea. It will be ideal for tourists who want tranquility with nature’s beauty at its best.

Munnar places to see- A travel guide

Munnar is the famous tourist spot in Kerala. Do you want to know more details about munnar place, then please check here its General histories, foods, Boarding and places around Munnar to visit are listed briefly below.

Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2012 - Diamond jubilee for Dazing water show

Nehru trophy boat race 2012 is held at the Punnamada Lake in Alleppey, Kerala. Nehru trophy 2012 celebrates its diamond jubilee this year. The Boat Race will be held on August 11, 2012. Read more about Nehru trophy boat race 2012 here.

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple - Interesting facts, Importance, Speciality and Origin

The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is one of the famous temple in Kerala which is located in Thiruvanatapuram. Do you want to know about Interesting facts, Importance, Speciality and Origin of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple then check here.

Alappuzha tourist place in Kerala – Information, Specialty, Food facility, Mode of transport

Do you want to know about Alappuzha tourist place in Kerala ? find here about Information, Specialty, Food facility, Mode of transport in Alappuzha tourist place in Kerala. The Alappuzha is one of the best tourist place.

Sree Manikandeswaram Umamaheswara Temple Guruvayur

Sree Manikandeswaram Umamaheswara Temple is situated near Guruvayur temple. The main Idol of this temple is Umamaheswaran or Ardhanareeswaran. The temple is well known for various festivals like, Pooram, makarachovva, Vettekkorumakan Pattu, Shivarathry, Ayyappan Vilakku, Navarathry etc. the temple is located 7 Km from Guruvayur Sreekishna temple and 29 Km from Thrissur railway station.

Kalasumala – Biggest habitat of critically endangered species Syzygium travancoricum

Kalashumala is one of the finest tourist places and the available resource of critically endangered species Syzygium travancoricum. The place Kalasumala is popularly known as Narimada. Read more about Narimada and Syzygium travancoricum here.

Punnathur elephant sanctuary (Punnathur Kotta/ Anathavalam) Guruvayur

Punnthur Kotta or Punnathur elephant sanctuary is the largest elephant sanctuary in India. It is a place where one can see more than 60 elephants within a small locality. This sanctuary is owned by Guruvayur devaswam and it is located 2Km from Guruvayur Sreekrishna Temple. The elephants in the punnathur Kotta are trained to serve Lord Srikrishna in Guruvayur temple. punnathur Kotta will be one of the best place in Kerala to enjoy the holidays.

Chamravattom Bridge – Mankind’s dream manifestation

Chamravattom Bridge is located across the second largest river in Kerala Bharathappuzha. The Bridge officially inaugurated by the chief minister Oommenchandy on may 18 2012. Chamravattom Bridge has been connecting Tirur and Ponnani. Read more about Chamravattom Bridge here.

Sree Venmenadu Mahavishnu Temple (Vamana moorthi) Guruvayoor

Sree venmenadu Mahavishnu (Vamana Moorthi) temple is located at pavaratyy which is Near to Guruvayoor Sreekrishna temple. The idol of this temple is Vamana moorhi who is one of the ten forms of Lord Mahavishnu. The temples of Lord Vamana are very rare in India. This temple is located 6 Km from Guruvayoor. Sharkkara nivedhyam is one of the best offering to this temple.

Athirapilly waterfall - The most beautiful tourist centre in kerala

Athirippilly waterfall is situated in Thrissur district in Kerala. This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in India. The rich wildlife and forest areas in Athirappilly and Vazhachal are the main attractions. The tourists can also enjoy other nearby places in Thrissur district like Boating in Peechi Dam, a visit to Kerala Kalamandalam etc. The best season for watching Athirappilly waterfall is in June to September months. Due to these reason Kerala is known as “God’s own country”.

Useful malayalam words for Tourists visiting in Kerala

Useful malayalam words for Tourists visiting in Kerala are added here. When you visit the State of Kerala, you many find that not all locals are able to understand or speak English. This may create problems in communication. This article is a ready guide of useful English-Malayalam words for tourists staying in Kerala.

Folklore Museum at Thevara, Cochin - A home of historical and cultural antiques

Here is giving an article about Folklore Museum in Thevara, Cochin displaying wide variety of historical and cultural antiques, took 25 years to collect them. It is also displaying wide variety of different art forms from south India. The museum is situated at Thevara Ferry road and its aim to promote history and culture among the usual folks.