Vaikom is the capital of Vaikom Taluk, located in the northwest of the Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The town is also known for its role in India’s autonomy development, as it was the site of Vaikom Satyagraha, a social equality development that aimed to enshrine development opportunities for all sections of …
Famous as the land of three Ls – letters, lakes, and latex – Kottayam is one of the most beautiful places in Kerala. Bordered by the Western Ghats to the east and the Vembanad Lake and green paddy fields to the west, Kottayam is set in a breathtaking landscape. Kottayam was also known as Akshara …
Kollam is an ancient port town known to seafaring Romans, Chaldeans, Phoenicians, Chinese, Arabs, and others, with a history stretching far beyond the dawn of the Christian era. Mahatma Gandhi Park is an open park near Kollam Beach in the town of Kollam, Kerala, India. It is about 2 km from Chinnakada, the city center …
The Western Ghats are known for unusual vistas and radiant views. It is the untamed habitats and national stopping points that play a major role in the biodiversity of South India. The Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is one of the most inspiring places in Kerala near the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. Spend a day or two in …
Ernakulum has something to offer for everyone and its visitor places pass on the lifestyle, influences, and history of the city. To see the best places in the city, plan to stay in Ernakulum for about 2 days. Start your stay in the city with a visit to the sixteenth-century Mattancherry Palace or Dutch Palace …
Vagamon is a hill station in the Kottayam and Idukki districts of Kerala. Situated 1100 m above sea level, it is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This tranquil place has none of the usual annoying tourist crowds and offers a peaceful retreat. National Geographic Traveller has listed Vagamon as one …
Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a beautiful city in Kerala, located on the southwest coast of India. It is known for its immense natural beauty and as one of the busiest commercial centers, trading with the Persian Gulf regions and even Europe. Alappuzha is also known as the ‘Venice of the East’ because of …
Kannur, also known as “The Crown of Kerala”, is a picturesque city in the Indian state of Kerala. It is flanked by the Western Ghats to the east and the Lakshadweep Sea to the west. The city is dotted with beaches, ancient temples, and historical monuments. The vibrant culture and rich heritage of Kannur attract …
Ottapalam is a town in Ottapalam taluk, Palakkad district, Kerala, India. Chinakathoor Pooram, an event held every year at the Chinakkathoor temple in Palappuram near Ottapalam, is one of the famous festivals in Kerala. Ottapalam was once part of the administration of Valluvanad Swaroopam. Valluvanad was a late medieval primitive state in what is now …
Hailed as the granary of Kerala, Palakkad is a vast area of green plains dotted with hills, rivers, mountain streams, and forests. The gateway to Kerala from the north, a 40-kilometer cut in the mountains known as the Palakkad Gap, provides access to this land at the foot of the Western. The famous picnic spot, …
