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Kerala Travel  About KeralaKerala may be dividedinto three geographical regions: (1) High lands, (2) Midlands and (3) Lowlands. The Highlands slope down from the Western Ghats which rise to an average height of 900 m, with a number of peaks well over 1,800 m in height. This is the area of major plantations like tea, coffee, rubber, cardamom and other spices. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala History The most popular legend is that Kerala was raised from the depths of the ocean. Parsurama, one of the Avatars of Vishnu had waged an unique series of vengeful war on the Kshatriyas. A time came, when Parsurama was struck by remorse at the wanton annihilation he had wrought. He offered severe penance atop the mountain. In a mood of profound atonement the sage threw his mighty axe into the distant ocean. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Monuments Kerala Monuments: The monuments of Kerala allow visitors to travel back in time to the exquisite palaces of the Kings and Queens of the bygone era. In the ancient times, Kerala had been a center of extreme political activity and because of its strategic location beside the Arabaian Sea, the land had witnessed the invasion of several foreign powers. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Houseboats Kerala Houseboats: The houseboats of today - huge, slow moving, exotic barge used for leisure trips - are the reworked kettuvalloms of olden times. The original kettuvalloms were used to carry tonnes of rice and spices - a standard kettuvallom can hold up to 30 tonnes - from Kuttanad to the Kochi port. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Pilgrim Centres Kerala Pilgrim Centres: Kerala is unique in its culture. There are many pilgrim centers of different religion in the state, which attract large number of visitors every year within and outside the state. But in most of these centers, the basic facilities available for visitors are non-existent or minimal with sub-standard facility. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Art & Culture Bharata Natyam : It is believed to be india's oldest form of classical dance. This dance form which is called poetry in motion, has its hoary origins in the natya sastra written about 4000 b.c. by sage bharatha. This art form grossly disallows new fangled innovations or gimmicks except in repertoire and forms of presentation. It was originally known as 'dasi attam,' a temple art performed by young women called 'devadasis.' More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Festivals Simplicity and inherent religious nature of the people of Kerala are also prominently represented as one makes a journey in the colourful world of Kerala festivals. In some festivals it appears that people of Kerala have adopted certain traditions from the cultures of other states. At the same time it is stunning to notice the way in which Kerala has transformed those customs and gifted them that unique and special flavour of Kerala. The tolerant state of Kerala, rejoices all round the year in the spectrum of customs and traditions of the numerous religions, castes and creed it houses. More Details / Tour Booking Information Kerala Map Details of Kerala Map, South India Destination. More Details / Tour Booking Information Kerala Calender Events In Kerala, festival dates are decided in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and the local traditions and customs. We have calculated the festival dates based on these. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Yoga & Meditation Ayurveda, Yoga and Tantra are all parts of the ancient life-disciplines that have been practiced in India for centuries. They find mention in the scriptures of the Vedas and Upnishads. Yoga is the the science of the Union with the divine, with Truth; Tantra is the most direct method of controlling the energy that creates the ultimate union with truth; and Ayurveda is the science of life. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Cuisines Kerala is known for its traditional sadhyas, a vegetarian meal served with boiled rice and a host of side-dishes. The sadhya is complemented by payasam, a sweet milk dessert native to Kerala. The sadhya is, as per custom, served on a banana leaf. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Religion There are mainly three religions in Kerala- Hinduism, Christianity and Islam. The oldest of all the religions practiced in Kerala is Hinduism. As far as the religion of Kerala is concerned, the origins could be traced to Hinduism. Later on religions like Islam and Christianity with their various sects came on the scene. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Architecture The cultural heritage of any country is seen best exposed in its architectural monuments. The ways in which the buildings are designed, constructed and decorated speak not only the technical and artistic capabilities of the craftsmen, but also of the aspirations and visions of the perceptors, for whom the construction is only a medium for thematic expression. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Kerala Dances Kerala have more than fifty well-known folk dances in Kerela. Some of the most popular dances are Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Kolam Thullal, Padayani, Kolkali, Parichamuttukali, Thappukali, Kuravarkali, and Thiruvathirakali. More Details / Tour Booking Information Kerala Climate The climate of Kerala, as in the most of the other part of India, is tropical. The summer comes to the state in April and continues for the next four months. The maximum temperature during this season is around 33°C. Monsoon touches the state in June and remains there till September though not much difference in temperature can be felt. More Details / Tour Booking Information  Temples in Kerala Kerala has a very rich cultural heritage, dating back to many centuries. Kerala houses some of the most beautiful and sacred temples of South India. The temples of Kerala are known for their unique structural design, which is completely different from the other areas in India. The temples of Kerala have steep roofs covered with copper sheets in order to prevent structural damage from excessive monsoon showers. More Details / Tour Booking Information Kerala Photo Gallery View images of Kerala, expolre kerala, south india destination in India. More Details / Tour Booking Information  |
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