TOUR TO KERALA...

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Some of the prime destinations
of Kerala are:
Thiruvananthapuram: Previously
called Trivandrum, the capital of
Kerala is located near the sea and
has a pleasant tropical climate.
This city is home to the famous
Shree Anantha
Padmanabhaswamy temple.
There are several grand palaces
of the maharajas of Travancore
state, an observatory and a
museum with fine works of art
and a collection of antique
jewellery, the Shree Chitra Art
Gallery with works of art by
Kerala's renowned painter Raja
Ravi Verma and a collection of
Tanjore Paintings.
Kovalam Beach: Located 18 km
from Thiruvananthapuram, this
beach is considered to be one of
the best in the world. Apart from
swimming and relaxing on the
white sands, you can enjoy
surfing, water skiing and a
catamaran ride.
Varkala Beach in Kerala: The
striking geography of this
beautiful beach has made it very
popular. Behind the beach are
towering cliffs that contrast with
the white sands and the blue sky
and clear water.
Kerala Backwaters: Travelling
through the backwaters of Kerala
ona traditional kettuvallom or
houseboat is a tour like no other.
The tranquil water, the green
palm-fringed coast, the sounds
of sea birds calling, tropical
vegetation and friendly people. It
is an experience to cherish
forever.
Kumarakom Beach: A cluster of
islands located on the Vembanad
Lake, with mangrove forests, a
bird sanctuary, paddy fields, palm
trees, and waterways, this
getaway feels like a corner of
paradise.
Periyar National Park and Tiger
Reserve: Also known as
Thekkady, this wildlife reserve
located in the Western Ghats, is
home to a large population of
elephants and a number of
tigers. The rare Nilgiri Tahr can
also be seen here. A large lake
within the park on which you
can take a boat ride and observe
the animals at leisure is an added
attraction.
Silent Valley National Park:
Situated in Palghat district, this
tropical biosphere reserve, is
home to many rare plants and
animals, including tigers, lion
tailed macaques and elephants.
This forest is considered the last
representative virgin tract of
tropical evergreen forest in India.