About

With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty four rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil streches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. Ayurvedic health holidays. Enchanting art forms. Magical festivals. Historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine... All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, every one of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.Kerala, India's most advanced society : A hundred percent literate people. World-class health care systems. India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates. The highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is also India's cleanest State.For administrative purpose, the state of Kerala is divided into fourteen districts. Most of these districts offer all the tourism products typical of the State.

Kerala At A Glance

Location : Southwestern tip of India.
Area : 38, 863 sq km.
Population : 3,18,38,619
Capital :Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
Language :Malayalam;English is widely spoken.
Religion : Hinduism, Christianity, Islam
Time : GMT +5:30
Currency : Indian Rupee
Climate : Tropical.
Summer : February - May (24 - 330C)
Monsoon : June - September (22 - 280C)
Winter : October - January (22 - 320C)

Names of Districts

Thiruvananthapuram
Kollam
Alappuzha
Pathanamthitta
Kottayam
Idukki
Ernakulam(Kochi)
Thrissur
Palakkad
Malappuram
Wayanad
Calicut(Kozhikode)
Kannur
Kasaragod

Major Cities

Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi (Ernakulam district) and Kozhikode.

District Maps and Places of Interest

Tiruvanandapuram

Came in to existance on January 01, 1957. Area 2192 Sq.Km. Boarders: East and North-Eastern parts-Sahya Mountain Ranges. West-Arabian Sea. South-Kanyakumari. North-Kollam. Coastal Area : 78 KM. Main Rivers : Neyyar, Karamana, Vamanapuram. Backwaters : Edava, Nadayara, Anchuthengu, Kadinakulam, Veli. Atmospheric Temperature : 19.9 c & 36.2 C. Tourist Season: From September to May Access : Air-International Airport, Tiruvanandapuram. Rail - Trivandrum Central Railway Station. Road- KSRTC Bus Station, Thampanoor. KSRTC Bus Stand, East Fort.

Main Tourist Centres:

Kovalam: Situated 13KM away from Tiruvanandapuram. This Beach attracts the tourists all over the world. Anybody can take a seabath without fear. Several life guards are appointed for the safety of the people. The Hawwa Beach where sun bathing is a plesure is nearby.

Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple: Situated near KSRTC Bus station at East Fort. The presiding deity is Mahavishnu reclining on the serpent 'Anantha'. The architectuaral work in this temple is famous. The 'Ottakkalmandapam is a special Attraction. The rulers of Travancore were called by the name 'Padmanabhadasan'.

Zoo : One of the main Zoos in Asia, Situated betweeen Palayam and Vellayambalam.There is a Vast Collection of rere plants and very old trees in the premises. Working Hours 09.00 am to 5.00 pm(Monday Holiday)

Government Art Museum: Situated near the Zoo. A rich collection of rare and old things such as, jewels, coins, sculture etc are exhibited here. Working Hours 09.00 am to 05.00(Monday Holiday).