Kerala - Enchanting Beauty Which Will Bowl You Over

By Author: Nitu Kumari
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The enchanting beauty of Kerala will have you bowled over. Kerala is considered a paradise dear to God for its immense bounties of nature it is blessed with. Millions throng to this place which is a premier tourism destination.
Kerala is located in the Malabar Coast of Southwestern India. This narrow verdant strip of land is wedged between Western Ghats and Arabian Sea.
Kerala holiday packages have as its attractions scenic beaches, rolling hill stations, serene backwaters, enchanting wilds, verdant landscape and suave art forms.
A travel through the road is an apt way to explore the region in Kerala holidays. You will be treated to visual feast par excellence by the sides of the roads. It will be almost like a mural varied in its hues, shades and texture.
Munnar holiday packages let you bask in the beauty of nature. Munnar is endowed with gorgeous greens that rejuvenate all the senses. Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful and a haven of peace and tranquility. Situated at an altitude of six thousand feet this elegant paradise was the summer ...
... resort of British. Still millions throng to Munnar in search of that magic touch which is refreshing, soothing and gentle. Munnar is situated near the confluence of three rivers. The unending expanse of tea gardens is a major attraction of Munnar. Munnar is ideal for trekking and mountain biking. Magnificent views are on offer with mist covered hills, undulating meadows, gorgeous colonial bungalows, manicured tea gardens, cascading waterfalls and gushing brooks. There are numerous sightseeing spots worth a visit near Munnar like Eravikulam National park, Anamudi Peak, Mattupetty, Pallivasal, Chinnakanal, Anayirangal, Rajamalai, Echo Point, Top station, Tea Museum etc.
If you miss out on Backwaters it is said Kerala tours is incomplete. Backwater is a unique Kerala phenomenon. Nowhere else in the world you may find such occurrence. Backwater is the complex network of manmade and natural canals and inlets, estuaries of over forty rivers and five lakes. The setting of backwaters is mind blowing with shores adorned by abodes and monuments, swaying coconut trees, emerald vegetation and lush green paddy fields, fishing nets and sights of day to day activities; and backwaters embellished by water flowers especially water lilies. Cruises through backwaters savoring this landscape are high on the agenda of visitors. Although backwater is an all Kerala phenomenon, for the time being Alleppey, Kochi, Kollam and Kumarakom are the main centers for backwater tourism. While on the cruise sojourns at various islands are also attractive propositions for tourists.
Houseboats are the hot properties of backwater tourism for now. Houseboats are modeled on “Kettuvallams “of yesteryears. Kettuvallams were used to transport rice and other household items through backwaters. They came with thatched roofs over wooden hulls to offer protection from elements of nature. Though the form remains largely unaltered, Houseboats are two to three storied affairs with one to five bedrooms included. Apart from sleeping space, there are dining space and a sit out open on all sides. From this sit out guests can savor the backwaters. Houseboats are attached with generators providing for air conditioning. A crew including a cook accompanies guests. The menu is usually indigenous variety with local fish included. Although Houseboats are motorized, they are run in a meandering pace. This lets the tourists savor the charm of backwaters fully.
Author Bio:
Nitu Kumari is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. She has authored many books on tour guide for Munnar holidays packages and Kerala holidays.