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Tourist Spots of Kerala- natural bounties complemented by examples of human achievements

Tranquil Backwaters, serene hill stations, pristine beaches, amazing wildlife sanctuaries, architectural wonders and such others constitute the exhaustive list of Tourist Spots of Kerala. Located on the Malabar Coast in the western side of India, Kerala is often referred to as God's Own Country.

The treasures of nature and the achievements of human skills make Kerala one of the most visited tourist destinations of India. With the advancement of transportation, accommodation and related facilities, the tourist spots of Kerala have witnessed an ever increasing number of tourists, both domestic and foreign.

One of the famous attractions of Kerala are the Backwaters. The maze of interconnected waterways, the serene surroundings, the quaint towns and cities dotting the coast combine together to form a scenic landscape suitable for relaxation. Some of the popular Kerala Backwaters destinations include Alleppey, Kochi and Kumarakom.

Numerous beaches like Kovalam Beach, Varkala Beach, Shangumugam Beach, Thirumulla Varam Beach, Cherai Beach, Mahe Beach and others dotting the coastline of the Arabian Sea makes for excellent locales suitable for relaxation. Stretches of golden sands, clear blue waters, equable weather conditions make Kerala beaches favorite among tourists.

The Western Ghats running along the central part of Kerala house several picturesque hill stations like Munnar, Ponmudi and Nelliampathi. Impressive scenery, delightful surroundings, emerald tea estates make these hill stations ideal retreats for tourists.

The Wildlife Sanctuaries of Kerala offer a glimpse of the varied flora and fauna of the state. Showcasing the diverse range of creatures like bison, Nilgiri tahr, elephants, langur, leopards, grizzled giant squirrel, chittals, wild boars, tigers, the protected areas include the following:

? Periyar National Park ? Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary ? Silent Valley National Park ? Eravikulam National Park ? Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary ? Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary ? Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

The architectural and religious monuments scattered in the various parts of the state features as an integral part of the list of tourist spots of Kerala. The famous tourist attractions include Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple of Trivandrum, Sri Krishna Temple of Ambalapuzha, Shiva Temples in Kottayam, Parishnath Thamburan Museum, St. Mary's Church of Kottayam, Light House in Alleppey, Bolgatty and Dutch Palaces of Cochin, Razhashi Raja Museum of Calicut and many others.

Kerala offers a plethora of beautiful tourist destinations for holidaymakers. Whether you are looking for a place to relax or have an adventure, Kerala offers all. The scenic locales, the warm and hospitable people, the well-connected and well-maintained tourist spots makes Kerala one of the favored spots for vacationers.

David Gower is an enthusiastic travel expert who has traveled almost whole of the world and has shared his experiences in various books, articles and columns written by him. Read more about his experiences of Goa Hotels, Hotels in Pune and Hotels of Hyderabad



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