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Kerala Tourism
Kerala, a state
situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of
the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the
ten paradises of the world by the National Geographic Traveler, Kerala is
famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives.Its unique culture and
traditions, coupled with its varied demography, has made Kerala one of the
most popular tourist destinations in the world. Growing at a rate of
13.31%, the tourism industry is a major contributor to the state's
economy.Until the early 1980s, Kerala was a hitherto unknown destination,
with most tourism circuits concentrated around the north of the country.
Aggressive marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development
Corporation—the government agency that oversees tourism prospects of the
state—laid the foundation for the growth of the tourism industry. In the
decades that followed, Kerala Tourism was able to transform itself into
one of the niche holiday destinations in India. The tag line Kerala- God's
Own Country was adopted in its tourism promotions and became synonymous
with the state. Today, Kerala Tourism is a global superbrand and regarded
as one of the destinations with the highest brand recall.In 2006, Kerala
attracted 8.5 million tourists–an increase of 23.68% in foreign tourist
arrivals compared to the previous year, thus making it one of the fastest
growing tourism destination in the world.Popular attractions in the state
include the beaches at Kovalam, Cherai and Varkala; the hill stations of
Munnar, Nelliampathi, Ponmudi and Wayanad; and national parks and wildlife
sanctuaries at Periyar and Eravikulam National Park. The "backwaters"
region—an extensive network of interlocking rivers, lakes, and canals that
centre on Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Punnamada—also see heavy tourist
traffic. Heritage sites, such as the Padmanabhapuram Palace, Hill Palace,
Mattancherry Palace are also visited. Cities such as Kochi and
Thiruvananthapuram(Trivandrum) are popular centres for shopping and
traditional theatrical performances.The state's tourism agenda promotes
ecologically sustained tourism, which focuses on the local culture,
wilderness adventures, volunteering and personal growth of the local
population. Efforts are taken to minimise the adverse effects of
traditional tourism on the natural environment, and enhance the cultural
integrity of local people.
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Kerala Tourism Map
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Malabar - famous
for its heritage, spices, textiles and food, Malabar is one of the India's
most notable historical regions
Central Kerala - the largest urban agglomeration of Kochi, the
cultural heart of Kerala-Thrissur, and food basket of Kerala-Palakkad are
located here
Central Travancore - Kerala's backwaters, and the land of churches,
latex and literacy
Northern Travancore - known for its mountains and hill stations,
and plantations of spices, tea and coffee
Southern Travancore - home to the capital city and various
monuments, large temples, churches, and sporting events
Cities
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) — The capital and the largest city
in Kerala, famous for its beaches, monuments and parks. The IT hub of
Kerala, comprising 80% of Kerala's IT exports. Technopark, the first and
largest technology park in India is situated here.
Alapuzha (Alleppey) — a network of canals criss-cross the city,
leading to it being called the Venice of the East. The biggest boat race
in India for the Nehru Trophy happens here every August.
Kochi (Cochin) — The commercial capital of Kerala and the second
largest city of Kerala with unlimited shopping options.
Kannur — prominent city in Malabar, famous for its strong heritage
and beaches,
Kollam (Quilon) — the backwaters, and the former Portugese
settlement at Tangasseri close by.
Kottayam — known for its latex, literacy and letters and as major
educational centre.
Kozhikode (Calicut) — Most prominant city of Malabar area,where
Vasco da Gamma landed for the first time in India, and one of the world's
oldest thriving trade centres. A very clean city known for its friendly
inhabitants.
Munnar — one of the most untouched hill stations in India, with
misty blue mountains and colonial bungalows
Thrissur (Trichur) — the cultural capital of Kerala and also famous
for jewellery shops and silk sarees.
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We have not listed more
Kerala Packages because we always like to arrange Kerala holiday
packages as
per the interest of our valuable guest. So we need your inputs, to prepare
an amusing cheap Kerala holiday packages. For an exciting Kerala
holiday packages we have following suggestions.
When you select
Accommodation & Travel service
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Standard(2* & 2*+
Hotels) - Ok
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Deluxe(3* and 3*+) -
Good,Value for Money
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Luxury(4* and 4*+)
-Very Good, But bit costly
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Premium(5* and 5*+) -
Ecellent and costly
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A/C Tata Indica(5
seater) is perfect - Value for Money
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A/C Toyota Qualis(8
seater) is perfect -Value for Money
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A/C Toyota Innova(8
seater) is excellent -Bit costly
When you select
Destinations
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Kovalam/Varkala(Minimum
2 Night), Kumarakom(1Night) and Houseboat @ Allapuzha(1 Night) stay is
must.
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Cochin(1 Night ) and
Thekkady(1 Night) recommendable
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Munnar(2
Night),Athirapally(1 Night) can add if you have time.
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If you have some more
days Kovalam and Kumarakom is the perfect place for extended stay.
When you select
International flight
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Cochin/Kochin(COK) is
the best international airport and recommendable location for
arrival/departure
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Trivandrum(TRV) is the
international airport and recommendable for arrival/departure
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Calicut(CCJ) is also an
international airport and recommendable only if you are visiting Wayanad
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Best Flight option-Jet
Airways/Emirates Airline/Etihad Airways/Gulf Air/Kuwait Airways/Oman
Air/Qatar Airways/Sri Lankan Airlines/Kingfisher etc
Finally, If you are
keen to know more about Kerala or want to visit Kerala,
we request you
to fill up our online enquiry form.
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that you required for a perfect cheap Kerala holiday packages.
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