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Kerala, India

Kerala, India

Kerala is a lush coastal state on India's southwestern tip, blessed with backwaters, emerald hills, spice plantations, and pristine beaches. Often called "God's Own Country," it's home to Ayurveda traditions, houseboat cruises, and some of the most spectacular natural scenery in South Asia.

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Alleppey Backwaters
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Alleppey Backwaters

4.4
(55,867)

nature

Munnar Tea Gardens
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Munnar Tea Gardens

4.9
(26,823)

nature

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

4.7
(12,342)

nature

Kovalam Beach
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Kovalam Beach

4.6
(31,118)

beach

Fort Kochi
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Fort Kochi

4.9
(61,169)

heritage

Wayanad
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Wayanad

4.5
(29,933)

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Zostel Kochi
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Zostel Kochi

4.8
(24,679)

from ₹1,500/night

CGH Earth Hotels
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CGH Earth Hotels

4.7
(56,189)

from ₹4,500/night

Taj Kovalam
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Taj Kovalam

4.8
(6,458)

from ₹12,000/night

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History & CultureMust-See

A history-packed Kerala trip

RP
By Ravi Patel

Explore the iconic landmarks and rich cultural heritage of Kerala. From ancient temples to colonial architecture, this itinerary covers the must-see historical sites and hidden gems of the city.

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Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey Backwaters

4.6

(3,727)

Munnar Tea Gardens

Munnar Tea Gardens

5

(7,163)

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

4.9

(9,202)

Family FriendlyOutdoor Activities

Kerala with kids — the perfect family trip

AR
By Aisha Rahman

A family-friendly adventure in Kerala packed with activities for all ages. Nature walks, local markets, and experiences the whole family will love and remember.

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Kovalam Beach

Kovalam Beach

4.1

(10,058)

Fort Kochi

Fort Kochi

4

(7,189)

Wayanad

Wayanad

4

(9,073)

RomanticCouples

Romantic getaway in Kerala

CW
By Chen Wei

A curated couples escape in Kerala — sunset views, signature cuisine, and intimate cultural experiences. Perfect for anniversaries and honeymoons.

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Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey Backwaters

4.6

(3,727)

Munnar Tea Gardens

Munnar Tea Gardens

5

(7,163)

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

4.9

(9,202)

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Insider knowledge

Travel tips for Kerala

01

Book houseboats 2–3 months ahead for peak season (Dec–Jan) — the good ones fill up fast.

02

Ayurvedic treatments are world-class in Kerala — look for certified Panchakarma centers.

03

Kerala cuisine is coconut-heavy: try sadya (banana-leaf feast), fish molee, and puttu with kadala curry.

04

The famous Thrissur Pooram festival (April/May) is one of India's grandest temple festivals.

05

Carry light cotton clothes — humidity is high year-round even outside monsoon.

Getting there

How to reach Kerala

By Air

Cochin International Airport (COK) is the main hub. Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) and Calicut (CCJ) also have airports.

By Train

Kerala is well-connected by rail. Ernakulam, Trivandrum, and Kozhikode are major junctions.

By Road

Kerala is accessible via NH-66 (Mumbai–Kanyakumari). KSRTC operates luxury buses across the state.

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