 Introduction
The ancient land founded by the legendary mythological figure Rishi
Parashuram, blessed with emerald backwaters and gold and silver beaches is
Kerala- God's own country. With the Arabian Sea on the west and the Western
Ghats on its east, Kerala is a treasure trove of indigenous cultural practices
and art forms that have mesmerized people all over the world.Be it the age old
Kathakali or the newly rediscovered Mohiniattyam or the knowledge of Ayurveda .
Basking in the generosity of the sun and rain the climate of Kerala supports a
lush vegetation and a wide array of wildlife unlike anywhere else in the
country. This miraculously unspoiled serene wilderness is all nature lovers'
paradise and rapidly gaining momentum as a popular tourist hub in and around the
country.Traveling to Kerala is always a rewarding and unique experience. But
traveling to Kerala can top the chart of your holiday experiences if you keep a
few things in mind. Here is some of the travel tips that will help you make the
most of your trip to Kerala.
Travel Tips for Kerala :
Carry your camera and Binoculars- The
beautiful places you share with your family or partner at Kerala needs to be
frozen in time. Your camera is therefore a must. Binoculars are most important
if you are planning to hit the wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala.
Carry tanning cream and sun guard lotions -The
beaches in Kerala are marvelous getaways for tourists. But the bright
omnipresent sun is ready to give you a perfect tan. Use the sun as you prefer.
Get a tan, or get away from it.
Try out authentic Kerala Cuisine - The
spices of Kerala make a lip smacking table. Do not miss it.
Sail out on a local Fishing Boat - If you
want the rustic experience, abandon the resort yacht and sail hire a local
fisherman to take you out o the seas.
Coconut Water - The coconuts in Kerala are
mind blowing. The sweetness of their water puts sugar syrup to shame. Remember
that.
Clothes- wear soft cotton clothing on the
beaches. For the hill stations carry light warm clothing as the nights can get
chilly. Winters bring cold nights on the Western Ghats.
Houseboats- the best way to explore the
Backwaters is on a houseboat.
Onam - the harvest festival in Kerala is
celebrated during August-September. The famous boat races take place on the 5 th
day of Onam usually in the first week of September. Those interested to witness
the races are advised to visit during his time.
Shopping - in Kerala you can shop for coir
articles since that is a prominent industry in Kerala. Trinkets made of wood,
sandalwood, buffalo horn make perfect souvenirs for your loved ones back home.
If you are an ayurveda therapy buff you can buy medicines and massage oils from
kerala.
Kerala at a Glance
Kerala, a state in the Republic of India, has 14 districts or administrative
divisions. The major cities are Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode. The
international airports in the three major cities provide international and
domestic connections.Here is some quick information on the state which will be
useful for travellers visiting the state.
Location : Southwestern tip of India.
Area : 38, 863 sq km.
Population : 31,84,1374
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)
Districts
Old Name
Thiruvananthapuram : Trivandrum
Kollam Quilon
Alappuzha : Alleppey
Pathanamthitta
Kottayam
Idukki
Ernakulam
Thrissur : Trichur
Palakkad : Palghat
Malappuram
Wayanad
Kozhikode : Calicut
Kannur : Cannanore
Kasaragod
Major Cities
Old Name
Thiruvananthapuram : Trivandrum
Kochi : Cochin
Kozhikode : Calicut
Accessibility
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport Tel : + 91 471 2501424
http://www.airportsindia.org.in/allAirports/thiru_general.jsp
Domestic flights (direct) : From / To : Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai
International flights (direct) : From / To : Colombo, Maldives, Dubai, Sharjah,
Baharain, Doha, Ras-al-Khaimah, Kuwait , Riyadh, Fujairah, Sinagapore
Air India Tel : + 91 471 2310310
Indian Airlines Tel : + 91 471 2318288
Jet Airways Tel : + 91 471 2500710, 2500860
Srilankan Airlines Tel : + 91 471 2471810
Gulf Air Tel : + 91 471 2728003, 2501206
Oman Airways Tel : + 91 471 2728950
Kuwait Airways Tel : + 91 471 2720013
Saudi Arabian Airlines Tel : + 91 471 2723141
Qatar Airways Tel : + 91 471 3919091, 3919092
Paramount Tel : + 91 99954 00003
Kingfisher Tel : + 91 471 2508822
Jetlite Tel : + 91 471 4010033
Cochin International Airport (CIAL), Nedumbassery Tel : + 91 484 2610113
http://www.cochin-airport.in
Domestic flights(direct) : From / To : Mumbai, Chennai, Goa, Agathi,
Bangalore
International flights(direct) : From / To : Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
Dhahran, Bahrain, Riyadh, Muscat
Air India Tel : + 91 484 2610050
Indian Airlines Tel : + 91 484 2371141
Jet Airways Tel : + 91 484 2610037
Saudi Arabian Airlines Tel : + 91 484 2352689
Sinagapore Airlines Tel : + 91 484 2358131
Kuwait Airways Tel : + 91 484 2382576
Srilankan Airlines Tel : + 91 484 2361263
Emirates Tel : + 91 484 40844444
Qatar Airways (Call centre: 0124 - 4566000)
Jetlite Tel : + 91 484 2611340
Air Deccan Tel : + 91 484 2610289
Paramount Tel : + 91 484 2610404
Calicut International Airport, Karipur Tel : +91 483 2710100
http://www.airportsindia.org.in/allAirports/calicut_general.jsp
Domestic flights (direct) : From / To : Mumbai, Chennai, Coimbatore, Doha
, Ras-al-Khaimah, Kuwait, Riyadh, Fujairah
Air India Tel : + 91 483 2766669
Indian Airlines Tel : + 91 483 276643
Jet Airways Tel : + 91 483 2740052
Police helpline
While traveling on Highways + 91 98461 00100
While traveling in Trains + 91 98462 00100
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