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Kerala, God’s Own Country -
Cities & Towns, Forts & Museums in Kerala
It has been rightly said
that your exploration of India will be incomplete without visiting
‘God’s Own Country’ – Kerala. Situated on the south-western tip of
India in an area of about 38,800 km2, Kerala is a strategically located
Indian state whose natural beauty is second to none. It is this beauty
that transforms this serene & laidback land into one of the most popular
tourist destinations, frequently visited by travellers from all over the
world.
Nature at its
Best:
In addition to its pleasing green landscapes
and long coastline, Kerala is blessed with rugged mountains, dense
forests, picturesque hill stations, twinkling waterfalls, gurgling
rivers & peaceful backwaters – a true picture of heaven on earth!
Geographical
Location:
The Arabian Sea lies towards the west of
Kerala while on its south and east is the state of Tamil Nadu and the
Western Ghats. Karnataka is located towards the north of Kerala and the
capital city of Kerala is Thiruvananthapuram.
Climate:
Most of Kerala is humid and hot
except for the highlands. March-May is summer in Kerala while the winter
months are December-February. Monsoons in Kerala begin around June just
after the hot and sweltering summer months have passed and continue till
mid-October. Many people choose to visit Kerala June onwards so as to
enjoy its rain-washed beauty.
Important Cities of Kerala
- There are a number of
dynamic cities in Kerala, each having its own distinctive features.
Let's take a look at some of them
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Thiruvananthapuram: Also known
as Trivandrum, Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala and is
home to several Government buildings, Temples and Museums, beaches and
historical monuments.
Kozhikode: Calicut or
Kozhikode is a port town of Kerala, located towards the north of its
coastline. As a port town, Kozhikode was booming with activity in the
yesteryears. Today, Calicut is known for its trade in spices etc and is
home to several monuments, beaches and wildlife sanctuaries. Other attractions here
include the Kozhikode (Calicut) Planetarium, Thikkoti Lighthouse and the
Velliyamkallu Rock. |
Kochi:
Located on the south-west coast
in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, Kochi or Cochin is the
business hub of Kerala. The name Cochin is given to the region in
general which includes Cochin, Mattancherry, Ernakulam, Fort Kochi,
Willingdon, Vypeen, and other villages and towns.
Kasaragod: Well known for the
Bekal Fort located here, district Kasaragod is situated towards the
absolute north of Kerala and offers specimens of Kerala’s rich culture
and heritage including beautiful forts, temples and the likes. Tourists
love to experience the serene backwaters here and the boat cruise is
also quite popular.
Alappuzha
(Alleppey): Situated close to the
sea, the town of Alappuzha is known for its peaceful backwaters,
thrilling boat races, serene lakes and rivers. The natural beauty found
here as well as the diverse range of animals & birds is truly
awe-inspiring. No wonder, Alleppey is a popular tourist spot in Kerala.
Enchanting
Tourist Destinations in Kerala -
Forts & Museums in Kerala:
a tryst with the past
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Bekal Fort,
Kasaragod -
Built in 1650, the Bekal Fort is located
about 15 kms from Kasaragod and is well known as one of the most well
preserved forts in Kerala.
Kuthiramalika
Palace Museum, Thiruvananthapuram –
Built by the King of Travancore, this palace
museum is a perfect example of exquisite and detailed Travancore style
architecture, prevalent during those times. Today, on visiting the
museum, you will be able to see on display several paintings of the
royal family who lived here.
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The Napier Museum,
Thiruvananthapuram –
This is a famous 19th century Museum of
Kerala that houses rare historical artefacts such as ornaments & idols.
Pazhassiraja Museum & Art Gallery,
Kozikhode –
A large number of items are on display at
this Museum, located at a distance of 5 kms from Kozhikode. This
includes earthenware, old coins etc. The art gallery close by
offers a glimpse of the life of Raja Ravi Varma.
Other Tourist
Destinations in Kerala Continued Here:
Contributing Author: Team of travel writers @
contentwriter.in
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