Kerala is a fascinating strip of green coastal
land on the southwest tip of the Indian peninsula. Due to its unique
geographic position, it tends to attract tourist from all over the
world. This picturesque destination of South India is blessed with
all the magnificence of nature and aptly referred as "God’s
Own Country". Whether it’s the tranquil backwaters or
meandering rivers, the immaculate beaches or the enchanting mountains
and hill stations, waterfalls, lagoons, wildlife or the lush green
valleys and paddy fields, kerala is no less a paradise on Earth.
The coastal land is also home to one of the most
ancient and perfected health care system-Ayurveda. Nowhere Ayurveda
is practiced so extensively as Kerala does. It is believed that
this holistic healthcare system provides remedies for various illnesses
and prescribes ideal lifestyle to prevent the onset of sickness
and diseases. Today this old healing formula comes alive in a more
effective form in Kerala and is very popular among tourist.
Kerala’s long coastal line is interrupted
with some of the fabulous sun-kissed beaches well known for gentle
surfing and azure blue waters. Some popular beach destinations of
Kerala include the Kovalam, Chowra, Alleppey, Kumarakom and Varkala
Beach. Another important attraction of Kerala is the backwaters.
A boat- ride across the serene backwaters of kerala is a unique
experience for visitors. Apart from beaches and backwaters, kerala
is also famous as the ‘Spice Capital’. It produces the
bulk of India’s spices. |