Kerala holidays, with its stunning landscape beauty and diverse natural and cultural attractions will mesmerise the most demanding traveller. This remarkable place has been termed ‘one of the 10 paradises of the World’ by National Geographic Travel. If you are surprised, then a visit to this beautiful place should suffice to suppress your wonder and inspire you with the astounding greenery and bounty of nature that you will witness here. Kerala holidays - Stayboat The Wonderful Attractions of Kerala Holidays The best part of travelling to Kerala is that it satiates the appetite of all kinds of nature lovers. If the vast stretches of sand on a beach with the waves lapping authoritatively on the shore is what appeals to you, then you can head straight to the picturesque beaches. On the other hand, if the solitude and peace of the mountains beckon you, then there are plenty of hill stations to tempt you. The backwaters of Kerala are one of the most attractive feature of any Kerala holidays. Besides this, the wildlife and ubiquitous greenery with the unending paddy fields and coconut palms make a drive through any part of the state a visual treat that you will look back with longing when stuck in the concrete jungles of the urban world. The cultural milieu of the state is fascinating and it can boast of unique art forms that have been preserved with great care over the passage of time by its proponents. Let us take a detailed look at what exactly encompasses the charm of holidaying in Kerala:- The Beaches Kerala holidays - Stayboat beach The Muzhapilangaad beach at Kannur is the first drive-in beach in the whole of India. However, the most popular beach in Kerala is the Kovalam beach near Thiruvananthapuram which attracts hordes of international tourists for its pristine white sand and palm fringed scenery that is simply awe-inspiring. Apart from these, the beaches at Kappad, Beypore, Nattika, Marari, Alappuzha, Varkala and Fort Kochi all make Kerala holidays a must for beach lovers. Backwaters Kerala holidays - Stayboat backwaters The backwaters of Alleppey, Kollam and Kumarakom should be a must on your Kerala holidays itinerary. The backwaters are essentially a chain of lakes and lagoons that form canals through various towns. Travelling through these backwaters on luxurious houseboats while enjoying the scenic beauty around you is an unforgettable experience. Boat races are held in the backwaters during Onam and other festivals, and people from all over India flock to the backwaters to enjoy this great spectacle. Hill Stations Kerala holidays - Stayboat hill station Kerala is home to beautiful hill stations like Munnar, Thekkady, Wayanad, Vagamon, Nelliyampathi and Ponmudi. Munnar, Wayanad and Thekkady get the maximum number of visitors, but the other places that are relatively unknown are equally equipped to mesmerize you with their unspoilt charm. Visiting these hill stations with their lovely tea-gardens and coffee plantations along with their misty ambience will take your Kerala holidays to a completely different level. Wildlife of Kerala Kerala holidays - Stayboat wildlife Rainforests are an integral part of the Kerala landscape. The biodiversity of the land has been widely acknowledged and Lake Sasthamkotta and the Vembanad – Kol wetlands are known to be noteworthy wetlands with international importance attributed to them. The largest numbers of lion-tailed macaque are to be found in the Silent Valley National Park in Palakkad. For wildlife enthusiasts, a visit to Kerala visit will therefore be worth its weight in gold. Cultural wealth of Kerala Kerala holidays - Stayboat culture Getting acquainted with the cultural wealth of Kerala will enhance the value of your Kerala trip. What makes it even more significant is that various art forms like kathakali, thullal, koodiyattom, mohiniattam, theyyam etc. originate from this land of plenty. Viewing these art forms is aesthetically enriching and will broaden your understanding of cultural nuances as well as myths and legends that are rooted in our history. The martial arts form known as kalaripayattu has also originated from Kerala. If fitness and martial arts evoke interest in you, then try to include a kalaripayyatu viewing as part of your “Kerala holidays”. Religious attractions Kerala holidays - Stayboat religion Temple festivals like the Thrissur pooram at Thrissur and the Chettikulangara Bharani at Mavelikkara are celebrated with great pomp and splendour. These festivals present a grand spectacle and can awe the tourist by the scale of its grandeur. If you are planning your Kerala holidays around Onam – one of the most important festivals of Malayalis, you can walk around the streets and enjoy the sight of flower rangolis which adorn the entrance of most houses. For religious people with a penchant for visiting temples, the Guruvayoor Temple and the Sabarimala temple in Kerala are extremely famous and are frequented by renowned dignitaries from all over India. Ayurveda Kerala holidays - Stayboat ayurveda You can relish your vacation even further by treating yourself to well-known Ayurvedic and spa massages that have the potential to rejuvenate you on your trip. In fact, Ayurveda has boosted the economy of the state and made Kerala an important destination in terms of medical tourism. Why not take advantage of this and get rid of any joint pains or other physical worries that have been tormenting you for a while? Apart from all the attractions listed above, what makes Kerala holidays even more attractive are the efforts by the state government to promote tourism. If you are a shopping enthusiast, then a visit to Kerala during the December-January timeframe is a must as the Kerala government hosts the Grand Kerala Shopping festival during this time. All kinds of shops, ranging from the large shopping malls to the small scale industries participate and hence you are spoilt for choice in terms of variety and competitive prices. All of these add to the lure of a Kerala holidays and make it a must-visit state for any tourist. To have a flawless kerala houseboat experience, Stayboat.in is a dedicated portal for your houseboat bookings.
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