Best Home Stay's in Palakkad

Palakkad is rightfully known as the Gateway of Kerala, giving the rest of India access to the State. For quite sometime the district was also called by its anglicised name Palghat. It's known to be rich in flora and fauna. Palakkad is prime among Kerala's most picturesque districts, thanks to its distinctive palmyra trees and extensive green paddy fields. It commands Palghat Gap, on its eastern border, a pass or natural depression through...

Best Home Stay's in Malappuram

Malappuram district is Kerala's Cultural Crucible.The classic medieval center of Vedic learning and politics, Thirunavaya, home of the traditional Ayurveda medicine, Kottakkal and the oldest centre of education of Islam, Ponnani are situated in Malappuram District along with economically booming towns like Manjeri (former capital of the Cholanaikkans), Perinthalmanna, Chemmad, Edappal, and Kottakkal. In 1921, present day Malappuram district...

Best Home Stay's in Kozhikode

Kozhikode District .... Once the capital of the powerful Zamorins and a prominent trade and commerce centre, Kozhikode was the most important region of Malabar in the days gone by. Today, lush green countrysides, serene beaches, historic sites, wildlife sanutaries, rivers, hills, a unique culture and a warm, friendly ambience make Kozhikode a popular destination. Kozhikode District found a place in the World History with the discovery of...

Best Homestays in Kannur

Kannur Home stays are a unique way of discovering the cultural mosaic of fascinating Kannur, the exquisite tropical land. Kannur Holidays and Ripples India offers to book home stays in Kannur and promises you memorable holidays. The concept of Kannur home stays basically gives you a unique opportunity to stay with an ordinary Malayali family in a private and very typical Kerala home. Wake up with the family; imitate their daily routine; eat...

Best Homestays in Kasargod

Kasargod is the northernmost district of kerala.Kasargod is known as the land Yekshgana and Theyyams There are different views on the derivation of the name "Kasargod".One view is that it is the combination of two Sanskrit words "kaasaara"(which means lake or pond) and “ kroda “(which means a place where treasure is kept). Another view is that it is the place where Kaasaraka trees (Strychnos nux vomica or Kaanjiram or Kaaraskara) are in abundance....

Best Home Stay's Wayanad

Wayanad is often called as the Green paradise in god's own country-Kerala. It's a Hill station district in the northern part of Kerala, with mist claded peaks. The place is famous for it's scenic beauty, wildlife and traditional concepts.  Wayanad Home stays are a unique way of discovering the cultural mosaic of fascinating Wayanad, the exquisite tropical land. Ripples Holidays & Wayanad Holidays offers to book home stays in Wayanad...

Vallam Kali

Vallam Kali or Vallamkali literally means boat race in Malayalam. It is the traditional boat (paddled war canoe) race in Kerala (a state in south India.) It is mainly conducted during the season of the harvest festival Onam in autumn. Vallam Kali includes races of many kinds of traditional boats (paddled longboat) of Kerala. The race of Chundan Vallam (snake boat) is the major...

Tourism in Alappuzha

Also known as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha is famous for its breathtaking backwaters and canals. Situated at the south western tip of the Vembanad Lake, Alappuzha is a small strip of land sandwiched between the Vembanad Lake and the Arabian Sea. The Nehru Trophy snake boat race held on the second Saturday of August (During Onam) every year, at the Punnamada Backwaters is a real feast for the eyes! Alappuzha is also a major centre producing...

Tourism in Ernakulam

Ernakulam, also referred to as Cochin, is called the Queen of the Arabian Sea. The commercial hub of Kerala, it is a fast growing city abuzz with industries, shopping malls, cinema houses, hotels and restaurants. Known for its Chinese fishing nets, churches, synagogues and the spectacular backwaters, Cochin is a developed city that has preserved its natural beauty.  The town has three main parts- Fort Cochin, Willingdon Island and Ernakulam....

Tourism in Idukki

Craggy mountains, dense forests, and green hummocks and hillocks make up the landscape of Idukki- the largest district in Kerala, which covers nearly 13% of the state’s total area. The dams on the Periyar River, numerous trekking trails, waterfalls and several viewpoints make Idukki the perfect place for an exciting holiday.  Much sought after for its wildlife treasures, tea plantations and a repository of rich spices, Idukki mesmerizes...

Tourism in Kannur

Known for the export of coir, spices, sandalwood and wood to places as far as Sumatra and Arabia, from very early times, Kannur is home to a number of forts, shrines and esteemed institutions. The Venetian traveller Marco Polo has referred to Kannur as ‘a great emporium of spice trade’.  The old name 'Cannanore' is the anglicised form of the Malayalam name Kannur. 'Kannur' is also said to be a derivation from Kanathur, an ancient village,...

Tourism in Kasargod

Set on the banks of the Payaswini River, Kasargod has well preserved forts and other historic sites that have been witnesses to the region's illustrious past. The district is resplendent with its lush greenery; thanks to the 12 rivers coursing through it. Kasargod is also known for its coir products, hides, and handloom. The streets are dotted with glitzy shops that are mostly owned by Malayalis who have worked for long in the Middle East, that...

Kollam

Kollam is where the world famous network of waterways begins. It is from here that a 130 km long chain of interlinked canals and lakes wind along Kerala. Lauded by Marco Polo and Ibn Batuta as the trade capital of the old world, Kollam is home to flourishing cashew processing and fisheries industries. The district, one of the most industrialized of the state, produces and processes products as diverse as coir, chemicals, ceramics, minerals...

Tourism in Kozhikode

Kozhikode found its place in the world map when in 1498, Vasco Da Gama, the Portuguese explorer landed here on the Kappad Beach. Also known as Calicut, Kozhikode is a place that has historical sites galore. The ‘Jewel of the Malabar’ has Hindus, Muslims and Christians living in harmony, keeping their beliefs and traditions alive.  A lush green countryside with serene beaches, historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers and hills make...

Tourism in Kottayam

A town known for its rubber plantations, lakes, churches and its flourishing publishing industry, Kottayam is one of the most prosperous towns in Kerala. The alluring backwaters of Kumarakom have made it an ideal tourist destination.  Panoramic backwaters, lush paddy fields, highlands, hummocks and hillocks, extensive rubber plantations, places associated with many legends and a literate people have given Kottayam district the sobriquet:...

Tourism in Malappuram

Flanked by the Nilgiris on the East and the Arabian Sea on the West, Malappuram is a district rich with evergreen forests, pristine valleys, meandering rivers and breathtaking beaches. Situated 50 km southeast of Kozhikode, Malappuram has four great rivers flowing through it, namely, the Chaliyar, the Kadalundi, the Thirurpuzha and the Bharathapuzha.  The district that has a rich heritage has several examples of Indo-European architecture....

Tourism in Palakkad

Palakkad lies at the foot of the Western Ghats on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. Coimbatore is just 50 km away from Palakkad. The district known for its historical background has the remnants of the fort of Tipu Sultan. Lined with mountains, forests, rivulets and mountain streams, Palakkad is where you will find nature at its natural best.  Palakkad is a land of palm trees and paddy fields. Rich in flora and fauna, Palakkad has probably...

Tourism in Pathanamthitta

Three great rivers, the Pamba, the Achankovil and the Manimala, flowing through Pathanamthitta, lend the district, fertile soil, green canopies and a grandeur that must be seen to be believed. This land is also known for its elephants that roam free in the wilderness of the forests. The famous Aranmula Kannadi (Mirror) made of polished metal, is also an invention of this land.  Extensive rubber plantations, stretches of forests, rivers...

Thiruvananthapuram Tourism

The capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram also known as Trivandrum is known for its rolling low coastal hills and busy business alleys. The political nerve centre of Kerala it has several Central and State Government offices. It is also home to several prestigious educational, science, technology and research institutions such as Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Technopark and the Indian Institute of Science, Education and Research (IISER).  The...

Thrissur Tourism

Also known as the cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur is the land of the famous Thrissurpooram held during April-May. The much awaited festival attracts people from all over the world, enthralling them with the sight of 30 beautifully caparisoned elephants lined up in front of the majestic Vadakkumnathan Temple. A district that has kept alive its traditional art forms is also home to a number of pilgrimage centres.  The term Thrissur...

Wayanad Tourism

Landscapes as diverse as savannahs, wooded hills and evergreen forests, all rolled into one place - Wayanad, make it a truly special destination. The district also has a history as interesting as its landscape. It is believed that human life existed here from as early as 4000 BC. The rock carvings and caves of Ambukuthimala substantiate this belief. Large plantations of tea, coffee and spices can be seen here. Lush green paddy fields, from...

Tourism in Kerala

Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by the National Geographic Traveler,[1] Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives.[2] Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, has made Kerala...

Kerala Tourism

Kerala, located on the south-western tip of India, enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Asia. Fondly referred to as ‘God’s Own Country’, Kerala was selected by the National Geographic Traveller as one of the 50 destinations of a lifetime and one of the thirteen paradises in the world.An equable climate, serene beaches, tranquil stretches of backwaters, lush hill stations and...

Kerala. God's Own Country

With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 ms in the east and networked by 44 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 stretches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. Ayurvedic health holidays....