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Kerala is Europe’s favourite tourism destination

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Kerala, popularly known as the God’s Own Country is one of the Europe’s favorite travel and tourism destinations, As per the records of the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC), around 420247 foreign visitors has come to Kerala till October 15. The numbers which usually goes up during the Christmas and new year season, has considerably increased by the end of the year. This is a very good growth in the tourists number which was 401063 last year. Even after the woes of the Financial crisis in Greece which caused a widespread tension in the whole Europe, the increase in the number of tourists shows the positive side of Kerala tourism. Kerala which is famous for its pleasant and equable climate throughout the year is one of the best places to escape from the bitter Winter season in Europe. The survey taken by the KTDC shows that, Europe tourist’s are more interested towards Ayurveda, the rivers and backwaters of Kerala and its villages. Also, the easiness in getting the visa and other travelling permits has also …

Kerala Tourism bags Conde Naste Travellor Award

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The Kerala Tourism has been rated as the runner up for the Favorite Indian Leisure Destination prize. This has become a proud moment for the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation, which has been keen on the tourism development and promotion across the state for the past several years. The winners, in fact, were chosen by the readers of Conde Naste Travellor magazine. The factors that which got considered were travel, tourism and hospitality. The ease of accessibility, the different varieties of places and of course the wonderful climate makes Kerala one of the best places in the world for all seasons. Signifying the importance of this award, the Kerala Tourism Secretary G Kamala Vardhana Rao said, “As a top tourism destination in the world, we would continue to maintain the highest standards of quality and excellence desired by the travellers,” So, Travelors, never miss the warmth and freshness of the God’s own country.

6 places you should not miss in vagamon trip

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Vagamon is a small hill station located in the Idukki district of Kerala state towards its border with Kottayam. It is also called as the sleeping town due to the lack of commercialization quite opposite to that of Munnar. The ease of accessibility and the exhilarating experience of this small town makes it a must go place for all the tourists visiting the God’s own country. Here are a few places in and around the town, which you should not miss Marmala Waterfalls Marmala waterfalls Marmala waterfalls, located in the Erattupetta route is the best and the easily accessible one near to Vagamon. Though, it is slowly becoming popular for a tourist place, this amazing falls gives a refreshing experience to the mind and body. Make sure, you don’t go too near to the falls as the depth and force of the water is too high to bear. Though not much popular, Marmala Waterfall offers a really attractive and pleasing view to the beholders, the tourists. It remains a good spot for trekking as well. However, …

Jatayupara to Jatayu Nature Park

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The famous Jatayupara at Chadayamangalam has been converted to the nature park preserving its mytholigical importance and natural beauty. The park will have the largest bird sculpture of the world on top of the hill(200 feet long, 150 feet broad, 70 feet in height and having 15,000 square foot of floor area). The sculpture is that of the mythical bird Jatayu, who is said to have fallen after the fight with the Asura King Ravana who Kidnapped Sita, the wife of Lord Rama. The Jatayupara is believed to be the place where Jatayu fell. The statue will house a digital museum and a 6D theatre as well. Much more than just a park The nature park is also set to have Ayurvedic Cave resorts and many adventure games like Paint ball, rock climbing, bouldering, archery, etc. The park is situated close to the Main Central Road in Kollam District of Kerala. History of Jatayupara The place has connections to the stories in the Hindu Indian epic called the Ramayana. History says that, when Ravan the …

The Calm and Beautiful waters of Chittar

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The ethnic beauty of Chittar in the Malayalam movie ‘Rithu’, can deceive you as the banks of a charming river. However the place is actually a dam and reservoir which has become yet another photographer’s paradise. It is picturesque for its calm waters and the view of hills on one side. Quite far from the hustle and bustle of Trivandrum city, Chittar dam is a perfect getaway spot for a day. Chittar dams were constructed as part of the Kodayar System Major Irrigation Project. The project got completed on 1906 with a cost of 1.51 Cr. Other structures associated with this project are Pechiparai Dam, Perunchani Dam, Puthen Dam and Thiraparappu Weir. The project holds the waters of Kodayar, which joins the Arabian sea near Thengapatnam, (at a distance of 56 km west of Cape Commerin) and uses it for Irrigation purpose. This has been a major boost to the agricultural needs of the Kanyakumari district which was part of the Travancore state then. The reservoirs and dams are controlled by the Tamil Nadu state …

Travel tips for the bon voyage in Kerala

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Kerala is undoubtedly an ideal place for a holiday with your family. The natural beauty, the pleasant climate and the various places of interest will make for a wonderful stay of yours. Knowing a few tips on the things you may or may not do in Kerala can help you a lot while you are here. Especially if you are a foreigner the travel tips we are going to share will be really helpful. Things to remember Kerala has a tropical climate and so is warm throughout the year with the exception of the monsoons. Wear light cottons during your visit to Kerala. Since there are several beaches and lakes here, you might as well come all prepared with your swimming gear. Do not forget to bring your sunglasses, hats, umbrellas and sunscreen lotion. Accommodation Plan your trip well in advance. Make your bookings in time and choose a hotel that suits you as well as your budget. As soon as you arrive here, your needs will be taken care of by the hotel you …