Snake Boat Races in Kerala

Boat races in Kerala in Kerala have a historical background of centuries. Kings and chiefs in Kerala organised boat races before centuries. Nehru trophy boat race is the most famous boat race in Kerala. The Nehru trophy boat race attracts thousands of foreign travelers every year. Teams from different regions are participating this event with a great spirit.

Some other boat races organised during festivals and in some religious days. Alappuzha and nearby areas are most famous for boat races.Chundan Boats commonly known as Snake boats in outside India. It is typically 100 meters to 120 meters.

Nehru Trophy Boat Race

The Nehru trophy boat race is conducted on the Punnamada lake in Alappuzha district on every August. It is the most famous boat race in India. It is conducted for the honour of Pandit Nehru who was the first prime minister of India, who visited Alappuzha and watched race in 1952. Prime minister Nehru donated a Silver Trophy for the winner., this trophy later came to be known as Nehru Trophy. Top travel companies highlights in Nehru trophy boat race their Kerala holiday packages

Rajiv Gandhi Boat race

This race was conducted on the Pulinkunnu River on the last Saturday of August. This place is about 20 km from Alappuzha town on the Alappuzha-Changanacherry route. It will be an amazing experience to watch this boat race in your Kerala holidays.

Boat Race in Neerettupuram

Boat Race in Neerettupuram would be held during Onam season (August/September) at river Pampa it is about 30 km from Alappuzha town. It is the best part of Kerala Tour packages

The Aranmula boat race

Aranmula boat race is the oldest riverboat race in Kerala and is held in August /September.

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Top Visited Tourist Places in Kochi

Kochi is also called Queen of Arabian sea, it has some historical backgrounds. Kochi have been the top destination for merchants and tourists from various countries for centuries. The Arabs, The Portuguese, The Dutch and The British wrote the history of Kochi for centuries. Today cochi is best destination of travelers who seeks cultural and historical significance.

Following are the top tourist places in Kochi that you should not miss on a visit to Kerala holidays.

Fort Kochi

 

Fort Kochi symbolises by the 11 Chinese fishing nets. It has some historical backgrounds related to Kubla Khan. St Francis Church and Vasco House are the other attraction in Fort Cochi. Traveler can walking along Fort Kochi Beach by enjoying the view of the Chinese fishing nets.  Cochin  carnival is another attraction held on New year. This place have an important place in Kerala holiday packages offered by Tour operators in India.

Mattancherry 

Mattancherry is famous for Dutch Palace, Portuguese influence and jewish Synagogue.  Jewish Synagogue built in 1568, it is the oldest functioning synagogue in India.  Mattancherry Palace Museum consists of different old weapons such as swords, spears, shields etc.  there are various old temples in Mattancherry such as  Pazhayannur Royal temple, Ram Mandir, Palliarakkavvu temple etc.

Bolghatty & Vypeen Islands

Bolghatty Palace is the oldest Dutch palaces in Asia. It has same old as that of oldest Dutch palaces in Holland. It is now running as an hotel offering facilities including golf course and Ayurvedic centre.

Cherai & Vypeen beach

Another attraction near Kochi are Cherai & Vypeen beach. It is one of the popular destinations in Kerala. India's one of the oldest forts Pallipuram Fort  situated near Vypeen Island. It was constructed in 1503. Cherai beach is also called Princess of Arabian Sea and one of famous beaches in kerala ideal for swimming and sunbathing. This place is included in all Kerala honeymoon packages.

Kodanand Elephant Training Centre 

It is a rural riverside village located beside Periyar river. It has one of the famous Elephant Training Centre in India.  Kodanad Ecotourism destination is one of the wilde life projects of Govt of India. It acts as an elephant rescue center for captured elephants from the near forests.

Andhakaranazhi Beach

It is virgin and clean beach located at a distance of 30 km from Kochi. this beach is ideal for watching fishing boats and fishing in the beach from the neighbouring fishing village. 

Hill Palace Museum

It was once administrative palace of Kings of Kochi. It contains a museum consists of cultural and historical valuable things including King’s golden crown. It has an awesome old weapon gallery and transportation vehicles. Near this palace there is also a small children’s park. This is most loved destinations of people who are interested in culture and history of Kerala. This palace is included in all Kerala tour packages .

Museum of Kerala history, Edappally

Kerala history museum in Edappally offers a glimpses of the glorious history and rich cultural legacy of Kerala. This museum has a large painting gallery, which includes the drawings of Raja ravi Varma, Jamini Roy, MF Husssain and Manu parekh etc.

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Adventure Tourism in South India

In south India, "Kerala" holds some best destinations for adventure travel lovers. Various destinations in Kerala offers rock climbing, boat racing, trekking, kayaking, yachting, canoeing etc. This adventures places gives relaxation from their busy schedule.  Kerala had number of rivers, water bodies, mountains for doing this type of adventure activities Bamboo rafting, Paragliding, mountain climbing are the best adventures activities you can done in Kerala.

Para Motoring 

Kerala tourism decided to promoting Para motoring in beaches like Muzhipilangad, Payyambalam and Varkala and vagamon. It will be an unforgettable experience to see Kerala’s nature and greenish land from the top,  Para motoring is a superb idea for this one one can enjoy in air more than 3 hour in a Paramotor with 16 litre petrole. Now Kerala government promoting this one to some more districts including thrissur near Athirapally. Now a days top Tour operators in India includes Para Motoring in their Kerala holiday packages

Bull Races or Maramadi

 

Maramadi or Bull Races is season wise adventures game held in Kerala mostly in Pathnamthitta District and villages in Palakkad districts. Inexperienced persons do not allow in this game. It has some similarity with Spanish bull fights but it helds in paddy fields

Catamaran Sailing

Catamaran is a small made of twin hulls joined together, it used for wars and fishing in old days, Right now this one is used for adventurous tourism in South India. Motorized catamarans are used for this purpose. Travelling in Motorized catamarans  will be an unforgettable for every traveler.

Jeep Safari

Jeep Safari in South Indian jungle routes will be an amazing one. Jeep Safari through plantations, resorts and bungalows gives a new experience to each traveler. This adventures tour  also be combined with Jungle patrol and Night Patrol

Para Sailing

Most suitable places for Parasailing are the beaches and seaside resorts. For this amazing adventures experience includes a parachute attached with motor boat. It is also a season wise adventures tour  October to March which is the best season to enjoy the best parasailing experience

Kayaking in Alleppey

Alleppey is the best destination for kayaking in Kerala. Kerala tourism provides this facilities for an affordable price right now. Both Alleppey and Kumarakom Backwaters are suitable for enjoying  Kayaking. Now a days top Tour operators in India includes Para Motoring in their Kerala Honeymoon Packages

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6 Beaches Are So Beautiful, They Will Make You Pack Your Bags Right Now!

Marari Beach

Marari beach is located in Alappuzha District, Kerala. Around 11 km from Alleppey town, the beach is a perfect place to enjoy an escape from the routine life. This secluded beach is one of the most famous beaches of the state as it offers different environment.  Marari is only for relaxation. Silence of the beach will bind you to fall in love with the peace.

The beach is unbelievably beautiful. It provides views that will take your heart away. It seems the place is hosting a natural assembly. As the waves are the speakers and sun, sands and everybody else there is a listener. The wish to slow down the clock overtakes the heart at this beach. This hidden place allures tourists with scenic beauty and peaceful aura. Tourists visit this magical land to spend some quality moments with their loved ones.

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Bekal Fort and Beach

The Bekal Fort stands in proud stance as a historic monument of a patriotic nation. After years of tragedy and heroism, the fort has aged gracefully and seems to have made peace with the surrounding pristine beach and serene landscape that has kept it company all through the years without growing one whit older.



This fort which is one of the largest and probably the most well preserved one in Kerala, lies about 16km to the south of Kasaragod which is known as the land of gods, forts etc. The fort is a powerful tourist magnet, as it lies in the company of delightful nearby attractions like the clean sandy beach below and a beautiful bay southwards, providing an excellent opportunity for adventure sports, back water tourism and excellent trekking spots among the hills as well as religious buildings including an old mosque nearby.

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Varkala Beach

Varkala Beach Consisting several mineral water springs, popular for their medicinal values, the beach is also called 'Papanashini'. People believe that a dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach purifies the body and the soul. It is a beautiful destination with a small beach along with a cliff side which is filled with activity and famous for its great thing about the beaches and the ayurvedic resorts. This beach is the perfect spot to watch the sunset.



The place Varkala can also be famous for Medical Tourism. Who would like to make the holidays enjoyable along with a memorable one. Unique and delightful sights of varkala is one of the best examples for that beauty of God's Own Country. This beach is all about one kilometer long and split into two.

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Kovalam Beach

If a soothing beach holiday is on your list then Kovalam is your destination. This beautiful beach is situated 13km away from Trivandrum. You can enjoy surfing, take a dip in the sea, sunbathing on the beautiful sands and the delicious seafood and just plain relaxing.




Kovalam beach is bordered with coconut trees and they keep swaying gently by the breeze. The silvery white sands are ideal for a leisure walk and at the same time the clean crystal clear water will hypnotize you to jump in for an enjoyable swimming session. This is one of the finest beaches to sit and relax. There you can opt for lounge chairs which are available in plenty here. Kovalam is beauty where you can enjoy swimming sightseeing and indulging in lip-smacking cuisines, but there are also adventurous sports which are really pleasurable. You can book Kovalam Beach Tour Package anytime of the year and set out to pamper yourself with memorable holiday in God's own country.
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Muzhappilangad Beach

Muzhappilangad has 4.5 kms length. It is one of the longest beaches of Kerala and the only drive in beach in India which earned its fame not only by its beauty  but also by its unique features.



This beach suitable for relaxing swim in the cool water feel the wind and enjoy the sun without having to fear the powerful currents.  Seasons best to visit is from Sept to May.  Muzhappilangad beach is cleaned and well maintained by tourism department of Kerala.  Muzhappilangad Beach festival celebrates in the Month of April every year and it become one of the tourist destination in Kerala.


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Cherai Beach

Cherai beach is 35kms from Cochin. Located 45kms from Eranakulam city, the Cherai beach boarders Vypin Island. This beautiful beach is stundded with sea shells of various hues and shapes. villages   nearby gives you glimpses of rural Kerala and Cherai’s main industry prawn farming.



 Cherai beach is ideal for swimming. Sometimes Dolphins are seen here. Nearby villages consits of paddy fields and coconut groves is added attraction of this beach. It is a very quiet beach. It is well known for sea food and country wine.

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Kerala Honeymoon Packages for Romantic Honeymoon

India is full of honeymoon destinations which will make your honeymoon a perfect destinations. There are so many honeymoon destinations in India that it becomes difficult to decide which place to travel for honeymoon. You will find everything in this country like hill stations, beaches etc. However, the most popular honeymoon destinations which are always thronged by the newlyweds is Kerala. These are the wonderful romantic places for honeymooners. Newlywed couples love to make honeymoon in Kerala because of its scintillating attractions.

Kerala, famous as God's own country is a green paradise which is known for its backwaters. It is an ideal place for honeymoon where newlyweds can express their love to each other. Not only couples from India visit Kerala but also couples from outside India.



Honeymooners find the hill stations of Kerala as the most romantic honeymoon destination. Hill stations like Munnar, Attappady and Devikulam etc.Kerala honeymoon packages will you an opportunity for honeymooners to enjoy here in most romantic way. Apart from this, the backwaters of Kerala captivate every visitor and so newlyweds can cruise in houseboats to enjoy Kerala's backwaters and lot more. Plan your honeymoon trip to Kerala and enjoy with your partner in the memorable way.


 you will get exclusive honeymoon packages which will surely make your honeymoon memorable for lifetime. You will get attractive Kerala honeymoon packages at discounted rates. Just book it online now just click Kerala Tour Packages

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Kumarakom - Most Delightful Moments of Life...

Kumarakom is one of the finest towns located in the Kottayam city of Tamil Nadu state of India. This town is at just 10 kilometers from district headquarters. This town is 184 kilometers far located from state capital Thiruvananthapuram. Connections from rest parts of the state and country from all means of transportation is good as the wide network of conveyances is available. In Kumarakom, fishing is one of the important tasks not only for entertainment but for livelihood too. Vembanad Lake is the source of backwaters of this beautiful town. This town is famous for its houseboats in entire world. The classic arrangement inside the boats is amazing. One can feel the difference of life inside and outside the boat. Apart from houseboats, racing boats also manufactured here which also used in Alleppey and other places where boat races conducted. Weekend gateway from Kumarakom blessed with natural beauty and fragrance of the town. Kumarakom is home to a different kind of fauna and flora. Throughout the year, Kumarakom has a moderate climate. The major economic activities in this place are agriculture and fishing. But Kumarakom tourism also shares a great percentage of profits in making the economics of Kumarakom. Kumarakom tour package is an attracting package in Kerala tour packages.

Kuarakom Tourism also offers you fascinating sights of heartening beauty. A small isle sacred with scenic landscapes & enthralling magical surroundings, the actual beauty of this place can be observe in the lush green paddy fields, mangrove forests & waterways. Some of the most famous and enchanting tourist attraction places in Kumarakom are Kumarakom Bird sanctuary and Vembanad Lake.

Kumarakom is an ideal place for persons who love nature, wildlife, birds and fishes. This is also an ideal station from honeymooners who come to make their honeymoon experience memorable. The beautiful islands, the migratory birds and beautiful scenes of this place mesmerize the visitors and they want to stay here for some time in the lap of Mother Nature. So many tour operators provide tour packages at reasonable cost to all tourists. These packages mostly include the cost of transportation, stay in one of the best Kumarakom resorts and sightseeing etc. but do not include the fees charged for entry. It is best to visit this place during winters. During this time the temperature dips to about 18 degrees Celsius and there are lot migratory birds to watch.

Kumarakom Tour Packages

Kumarakom Bird sanctuary is one of the most excited places to visit at your visit of Kumarakom. Some of the rarest of birds are seen at this bird sanctuary. This bird sanctuary is located on the shores of Vembanand Lake where you can get the chance to watch all species of bird. Due to its attracting beauty and ambience, this bird sanctuary also grabs the attention of thousands of tourists. To visit this Bird sanctuary winter is the best season since there are different species of birds resides here including owl, egret, cormorant, darter, moorhen, heron, waterfowl, Brahminy kite & various species of ducks, plus traveling birds like the Siberian teal, crane, lark and several more.

Kumarakom is the most romantic destination for relaxed laidback honeymoon. This village is a cluster of little island in Kerala on the Vembanad Lake. It is the place where the honeymoon couple with the help of Kumarakom honeymoon packages spends ample time with their partner. It is situated in the Kuttand region of Kerala. You can enjoy your beautiful honeymoon trip with the help of Kumarakom honeymoon packages to the different destinations of Kumarakon. You can enjoy your honeymoon trip to different destinations like paddy fields, clear lake, vibrant flowers, coconut palms, chirpy birds and fishing net with your partner.

At this beautiful holiday destination, tourists can feel assured for a lifetime experience. Most of the sightseeing spots can attract and tempt any traveller at enigmatic Kumarakom. This destination is well endowed with nature at its best. Wildlife sanctuaries and parks, beaches, backwaters, ancient temples, forts and lots more can be enjoyed here. For enjoying your Kerala holidays, Kumarakom is the suitable holiday destination.

Houseboat in Kumarakom

Kumarakom tourism also offers one of the most famous activities known as backwater cruise. Kumarakom is very famous for its scintillating backwater and the charming houseboats cruise. Kumarakom is the largest and fresh backwaters in the Kerala and truly this elate the visitor's heart from all over the globe. Tourist mainly visits this village for the wonderful backwater. The tranquil backwaters here is beautifully endowed by the green dense vegetations, swaying palm trees, vast expanse of green paddy fields and the rustic ambiance will leave you spell bound on your visit to Kumarakom. The visitors cannot stop themselves to enjoy the most as they enjoy the backwater tour the most. If your motto is to get calm environment then add this activity to the top of your activities to do in Kumarakom list. Kumarakom tourism earns much of its revenues from the pilgrims flocking to this place all round the year. Kumarakom, enriched with versatile flora make the land an outstanding site for tourism. Exotic marine lives seen in Kumarakom like pearl spotted fish and tiger prawns highlight Kumarakom tourism.

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Kerala Waterfalls - Breathtaking Moments for Tourists

Everybody loves to travel and explore the world and the places that make it up. There are many places that possess the ability to arrest the minds and hearts of travellers and stay with them for the rest of their life. One such divine destination which is soaked with this ability is €God's own country', that is the state of Kerala. Kerala is sort of all-in-one beauty. If you love majestic greeneries, misty mountains, balmy beaches, breathtaking waterfalls, there is no need to visit multiple places to feast your eyes on; Kerala will please your mind with bounty of natural beauty in plentiful of diversities at its best. Some of the Waterfalls in Kerala are Athirapally&Vazhachal waterfalls,Palaruvi Waterfalls,Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls etc.

 

This coastal beauty in the south of India magnetizes people from every corner of the world. Be it gleaming beaches, calm and serene backwaters, appetizing traditional cuisine, misty mountains, elegant lakes, Kerala gifts the feeling of contentment and refreshment to the travellers tempting them to visit the state more than once. Coconut groves full of tall coconut trees are certain sights which are rarely found especially in a buzzing, cosmopolitan cities of India. The beaches of Kerala are a soothing treat to the eyes which ensure the tourists an everlasting experience.

Athirapally&Vazhachal waterfalls: Perfect destination for a relaxing holiday, Athirapally falls is a popular picnic spot in kerala. Describing the scenic beauty of waterfalls is almost impossible, jungle around offers a visual delight for us. Many endangered and endemic species of flora and fauna are found in the forests of the Vazhachal-Athirapilly area. This area is the only place in the Western Ghats where four endangered Hornbill special species are seen. The view of the waterfalls from here is something you can never run away from your memories. Travellers can enjoy driving or trucking during day time, one can reach athirapally waterfall by taking national high way connecting Tamil nadu to kerala. Most of the waterfalls in kerala are seasonal, except athirapally and meenmutty falls. The waterfall has inspired by so many film makers, to shoot some of their films like Guru, Dil Se and Raavan the most recent one.the best time to visit these waterfalls is during the months between June and October.This famous picnic spot is just a drive from chalakudy. Vazhachal is very nice site with panoramic views, and Vazhachal is close to Athirapally waterfalls. Up to this waterfall drops Chalakkudy River and is located in the heart of a dense green forest. Tourists and voyagers can enjoy a cold and misty water experience of the rocky bottom in this thick green forest. Only a car drive is needed from thrissur to reach this wonderful waterfall destination. Kerala watrefalls are major attractive element in Kerala tour packages.

Nyayamkad waterfalls: This is located between Rajamala and Munnar. Nyayamkad is 10 km from Munnar. Nyayamkad is a land of wonderful waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 meters . The enchanting surroundings make an excellent picnic spot and trekking point. Thoovanam waterfall is about 60 Kms from Munnar hill station. Udumalpet-Munnar road runs through Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. The mind blowing waterfalls on the Chinnar River, with its attracting silvery cascade are an unforgettable experience to the tourist. Trekking through the Forest will take you to Thoovanam waterfalls.

Thusharagiri waterfalls: Located in the Western Ghats, is seen as waterfalls plunging down at the Thusharagiri filled with snowy mountains. Waterfall of Thusharagiri takes a diversion from Chalippuzha River. This waterfall contains three waterfalls, the highest Thenpara which is down to an altitude of about 75 meters. About 11 km from Kodechery, the falls are easily accessible as well as road and air transport. Take Flight Karipur Calicut International Airport, or travel on 52 km from Kozhikode and Kunnamangalam Thamarassery. By train, visitors must travel 60 km Kozhikode railway station. The waterfall is located near the most popular with hikers.

Palaruvi Waterfalls, positioned near the Kerala Tamil Nadu border offers a dazzling sight. Flow of water from this waterfall looks like flowing milk that empties in a pool below. So it is also known as the "flow of milk,". Palaruvi Waterfalls also have many cascades, which increase its beauty also this is a perfect destination for enjoying your Kerala holidays. The water of this Palaruvi waterfall is said to have benign powers as it is considered curative by many. Mulamkuzi waterfalls are at river Mulaamkuzi. These waterfalls have pristine, clear water with medicinal properties. There is also a joining of the rivers Periyar and Perumthode. Palaruvi waterfalls are at a distance of about 75 km from Kollam. With the remains of the legendary temples of all water that flows from these falls is said to be of medicinal value. The best time to visit these falls is between June and January. Kollam is the nearest railway station and the nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.

Thommankuthu waterfall: This is a beautiful eco-tourism destination, has a number of waterfalls. The seven stepped waterfall known as "Ezhunilakuthu" is a major attraction. There are also small rapids and cascades  that certainly contribute to the feel and look. Thommankuthu is only 18 kms from Thodupuzha.

Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls: These are located between Nariamangalam and Adimali on the Kochi Madurai highway. The Cheeyappara falls cascade down in seven steps. Cheyappara waterfalls  is an amazing breathtaking waterfall surrounded by thick green forests. In Valara, water is falling from a height of 300 feet that gives a real feast for the eyes. Valara falls is situated at a distance of 1km from Cheeyapara waterfalls.

Kerala waterfalls are spills to large and small waterfalls, which originates from the side of mountains hides and the forest in the Western Ghats. This makes an adding beauty to nature and its greenish environment giving the title 'God's own country'. Enjoy the panoramic and fascinating waterfalls of Kerala. Kerala waterfalls seem like a blessing of nature sent directly from the top and literally

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