Kerala packed with 26 million people in 38,900 sq km in a narrow strip of land between the Western Ghats and the beaches of the Arabian Sea, clings like a banana leaf to the southwestern coast of the Indian peninsula. The strip of land found a natural defence in the hills that sealed off one longitudinal section, leaving it open to access from the sea alone.
Places to Visit in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram: Trivandrum,capital of Kerala,like Rome, stands on seven hills, slopping towards the Arabian sea, stretches along the shore for a distance of 78 km. The Kayakumari district in Tamil Nadu state, which is known as "Lands end of India" is 87 km from Trivandrum.
Kochi: Fort Kochi, the first European Township in India and home to nearly 13 communities, is a historic town brimming with the tales of myriad traders. During 1660s, Fort Kochi peaked in stature as a prime commercial centre.
Munnar: Munnar also has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi , which towers over 2695 m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking. The high ranges of Munnar were earlier known as Kannan Devan Hills,named after a certain Kannan Devan,who had been land lord in the Anchanad Valley on the eastern side of the district. The main cultivation crops in Munnar are Tea and Coffee.
Alappuzha: Alappuzha or Alleppey is famous for its boat races, houseboats, coir products, fish and lakes.Alappuzha remains prominent on the tourist trial of Kerela as one of the major centers for backwater boat trips.A host of boat races are held here during the harvest season ( between July and SeptemberAlleppey or Alappuzha is also known as the "Venice of the East" its was here that traders from across the seven seas came in search of black gold and souvenirs.
Thekkady and Kollam:The very sound of the word thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. In the periyar forest of thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in india, and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
The strip of land found a natural defence in the hills that sealed off one longitudinal section, leaving it open to access from the sea alone.