Top Five Best Places to Visit in Kerala

Kerala is perhaps the most popular destination for tourism and holiday in India. Also known as the ‘God’s Own Country’, is famous for its lush greenery, beautiful beaches, serene backwaters, historical monuments, diverse flora and fauna, picturesque landscapes and more, makes Kerala one of the most sought after beach destination in India. The top five places to visit in thesummers in Kerala are –

Kovalam 

Kovalam, Kerala’s Most Famous Beach Destination – Lighthouse Beach

Kovalam is an internationally famous beach destination, located at very short distance from Trivandrum. Kovalam is known for its three most famous crescent beaches which offers an array of beach activities. There are plenty of leisure options available at these three beaches which includes swimming, sunbathing, exclusive cultural programs, herbal body toning and cruising are some of them. Kovalam is a favorite destination among the honeymooners for spending a quality time with their loved ones.

Munnar

Munnar - one of the most beautiful hill stations in Kerala

Munnar, also known as the ‘Kashmir of South’, is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Kerala. Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams of Nallathanni, Mudrapuzha and Kundala, is spread over vast expanses of tea plantations, rivulets, waterfalls and cool weather. It is an ideal destination for trekking and mountain biking.

Alleppey

Alleppey backwaters

Alleppey, also known as the ‘Venice of the East’, is famous as the most popular backwater destination. It has picturesque canals, beaches, lagoons, houseboats and scenic natural beauty which makes it a most sought after tourist destination. Houseboat cruise over the Alleypey backwaters is an experience of one of its kind. Other than Holland, it is the only place where rice is cultivated well under the sea level.

Wayanad

Natural Beauty in Wayanad

Wayanad is one of the few districts in Kerala, endowed with natural beauty. Wayanad is blessed with enchanting wildlife, rolling hills, beautiful rivers and lovely valleys. It is also known for its tribal communities. The hills, rocks and valleys offer an exceptional range of adventure activities. With vast areas of Wayanad are still unexplored, it is truly an adventurescape waiting to be explored.

Kumarakom

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Kumarakom is one of the most famous Kerala backwater destinations and is located close to Ayemenem village. It is famous for its Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary , Ayurvedic Resorts and beaches. This little town is a cluster of small islands that are interlinked by the backwater system of Kerala, is the most enchanting and mesmerizing beauty of nature. It attracts domestic as well as a large number of foreign travelers.