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The Top 10 Tourist Spots of Kerala!

The mere mention of Kerala brings images of waterfalls and greenery to your mind. That's why it's rightly called the 'God's Own Country' as well!

Kerala has succeeded in bringing in tourists from around the world throughout the year, be it summer, winter or monsoon. It is surprising that tourists visit Kerala during monsoon to just experience the rain! Yes, that is the beauty of this place and this is why you should be visiting Kerala at least once in your lifetime.

To make the most of your trip to Kerala, the first thing to know are the top tourist spots to visit. Here is a list of the best places for you to visit during your trip to this beautiful land.

Munnar

Munnar

Let's start with the most sought-after destination of Kerala which is Munnar. Until recent, this hill station also enjoyed the tag of being the best tourist spot in India. Known as the Kashmir of South India, the misty hills are definitely a must-visit.

Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey or Alappuzha is known for its enchanting backwaters. Tourism has flourished here with more and more foreign tourists flocking with every passing year. A visit to these backwaters and a day/night in a houseboat would be a memorable experience.

Wayanad

Wayanad

Those who have been to Wayanad once are to visit the place again for its beauty at the calm atmosphere laced with spectacular views. Kalpetta is the centre from where all the best attractions like Banasura Sagar Dam, Chembra Peak and the others are easily accessible.

Kovalam

Kovalam

It is no doubt a beautiful sight to relax by the shores of a beach watching the waves that turn golden with sunlight. Kovalam is an ideal place for nature lovers. This beach town is around 16 km from Thiruvananthapuram which is the capital of Kerala.

Thekkady

Thekkady

This is for the adventurous travellers. Thekkady with its thick forests that give immense scope for trekking into the forests is a perfect escape into nature's best.

The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is apt for a nature walk and the place is also the best in Kerala to spot the wild in the jungles! So trekkers, nature lovers and adventure buffs, never miss visiting Thekkady!

Kochi

Kochi

Kochi is known as the Gateway to Kerala. The historical sites and structures here narrate a story where the British, the Portuguese, the Dutch, the Arabs and the Chinese have influenced the city and one can also find the varied charm in the architecture of the structures here. Fort Kochi is perhaps the most visited spot in Kochi.

Picture Courtesy: Prasanth Gulfu

Thenmala

Thenmala

Thenmala translates to 'Hill of Honey'. This is because the place is known for the honey from the region that has medicinal properties. The hill is also the first planned eco-tourism project in India. Never miss this treasure of Kerala!

Kumarakom

Kumarakom

The backwaters in Kerala don't just confine to Alleppey. Kumarakom is yet another bewitching location where you can enjoy the ripples by the backwaters and also enjoy other attractions like the Vembanad Lake and Aruvikkuzhi Falls.

Bekal

Bekal

Have you seen the superhit movie Bombay? Then probably you would've virtually visited the Bekal Fort too! Bekal is one of the beautiful locations in Kerala that bring in tourists from various parts of the world with its charm.

Thrissur

Thrissur

To wind up, how about visiting the land of festivals? Thrissur is known for the famous Thrissur Pooram which is the most popular festival of Kerala.

This festival takes place in April-May every year and tourists flock in from around the world just to have a glimpse of the colourful display of events here. The Athirapally Waterfalls and the Vadakkumnathan Temple are among the other wonders of Thrissur.

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