Best places to visit in Kerala

Kerala, known as God’s Own Country has some breath-taking destinations to grab the attention of global tourists. With its natural beauty, it has some of the Best places to visit in Kerala for family vacations, romantic getaways, and honeymoon couples.

Its rich culture will attract nature lovers from all around the world. It’s known for its palm-lined beaches, backwaters, mountains with slopes of tea, coffee and spice plantations, wildlife and much more to explore. Eravikulam and Periyar national parks, Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, monkeys and tigers. 

Here are some of the Best places to visit in Kerala, that must be a part of every travellers’ itinerary. 

Alleppey tops this list with its backwater trips, houseboat stays, and serene beauty attract travellers to its territory. In fact, Alleppey houseboat vacation, chapels, fishing villages, expanses of paddy fields and lakes filled with water lilies is what people look for on their visit to Alleppey. 

Munnar the summer capital for the British, is a very popular hill station in Kerala. With its cozy homestays and bungalows along with luxurious resorts and hotels, make it the most romantic destination. Its land covers miles of tea plantation, aromatic vegetation, foggy valleys, Munnar is one of the best tourist places to visit in Kerala for a honeymoon.

Kumarakom with its lakes, aromatic coconut grooves, fresh paddy fields, delightful authentic food,thick mangrove forests hold a special spot in the list of best of Kerala’s sightseeing places. With its pleasant weather and exotic flora and fauna, are exceptionally serene and mesmerizing. Travellers can opt for Kumarakom houseboatstay, boating, cruising, etc during their stay here.

Thekkady with its thick forests and wild vegetation makes it the best boating and wildlife observation as the favourite pastimes for travellers. It boasts of abundant beauty and exotic wildlife such as elephants, bison, boars, and the Great Indian tigers, gaurs, and lion-tailed macaques.

Wayanad with its serene atmosphere is one of the greenest tourist places in Kerala. Waterfalls line the city and it is home to some of the most lush green vegetation.

Kovalam is famous for deep strong massages, Ayurvedic treatments, New Year celebrations, sunbathing, and water sports like parasailing and for some of the best beaches.

Thiruvananthapuram is the capital city and the largest city in the state. 

Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, is famous for its educational institutions, culture, historical sites and culinary experiences. the exotic spices make the authentic Malabar food so delicious. So make sure you relish the Dum Biryani, Chatti Pathiri, Kallummakkaya, and Dal Halwa.

Kasargod is located close to Bekal, attracts peace-loving travellers. It is the most photogenic places in Kerala with plush coconut plantations, rolling hills and soothing sea breeze. You can also visit Malabar Ocean Spa and Resort in Neeleshwar for a peaceful vacation.

Cochin fondly called the Queen of the Arabian Sea, has forever been on every traveller’s bucket list. Its traditional spice markets which are a short drive from Cochin, backwaters, beaches, have all made their way to list of things to see and experience in Cochin.

Thalassery, is a coastal town offers a perfect blend of the glorious past and the present time natural wonders. It is also known for bakeries that offer lip-smacking delicacies in every nook and corner.

Vythiri boasts about its charming antique cottages, gorgeous tree houses, and the magnificent log huts. It has one of the finest fusions of country lifestyles with a touch of modernism to it.

Here are some of the interesting things you can indulge in when you are in Kerala.

Stay in a tree house

Take a shikara ride in Alleppey

Watch elephants bathe in Kodanad

Watch boat race in Alappuzha

Enjoy the spice tour in Thekkady

Take a tour to the coffee plantations in Wayanad

The best time to visit this Gods own country is from March to May, when it is hot but not humid. For Ayurveda treatments between June and August and the wet and cold climate in monsoon is ideal.

Varkala Beach, Bekal Beach, Kovalam Beach and Alappuzha beach are some of the beaches you should not miss when you are here. You can enjoy adventure sports, parasailing, surfing, ayurveda health and wellness centre, backwater cruise, water sports, traditional houseboat and much more.

The hill stations of Munnar, Vagamon, Thiruvambadi and Thekkady will mesmerize your soul. You can experience Elephant safari, trekking, river activities, paragliding, wildlife photography, boating at Malabar haven, etc.

So, enjoy you visit to this Gods own country, Kerala. This is the place if you want to get close to nature. Enjoy your visit to the best places in Kerala and soak in its natural beauty.