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Backwaters in Kerala enwrap you in a hypnotic mist as you sail on a houseboat, see cormorants and laze with a vigorous ayurveda oil massage. Inhale green scents as you hear the rippling Kerala backwaters caressing shores covered with paddy fields and coconut groves as you travel to Kerala backwaters with Kerala Backwaters packages. Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:56:49 +0200 Kannur is a beautiful town and a popular holiday destination in Kerala. Once a flourishing cultural center of Kerala, Kannur has contributes significantly to the cultural, religious and political heritage of Kerala. Today, an important cultural destination of Kerala, Kannur is regarded as the cradle of colorful folk art and music of Kerala, including the traditional Theyyam dance. Kannur is one of the first Portuguese colonies in India and houses many beautiful historical architecture. Enjoy a memorable Kannur Tour with Kerala Backwaters on your Kerala India Tours.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:55:13 +0200 During your backwater cruise you pass through Vaikam, known for the celebrated Mahadevar temple that is dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, Kumarakom that used to be a quite fishing village on the Kerala backwaters before it was noticed by the tourism sector for its perfectly stunning golden sands and the traditional Keralan charm that beckons you to come and spend your holiday tours in this region.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:54:25 +0200 The Neyyar wildlife sanctuary is a treasure trove of rich and diverse flora and fauna. Neyyar was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1958, but not much was done for protection of its wildlife conservation till 1985 when a separate wildlife wing was set up to conserve its unique flora and fauna. The enchanting Agasthyakoodam Peak at an elevation of 1,890 meters and the beautiful Neyyar Reservoir extending over an area of 9.06 sq. km add more charm to this sanctuary. Neyyar Reservoir also offers excellent conditions for pleasure navigations
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:52:52 +0200 Kerala has as many as 17 world-class beaches, including the beautiful Kovalam Beach, Varkala Beach, Mararikulam Beach, Kappad Beach and Alappuzha Beach. Though Kovalam is regarded as the most enchanting beach in Kerala, other beaches are equally exotic and scenic as Kovalam. The pristine and clean beaches of Kerala are known for their exceptional serenity and breathtakingly picturesque surroundings dotted with lush swaying palms. Laze and relax on clean and soft white sands of Kerala beaches under the shadow of a lush coconut tree and enjoy a cool and refreshing breeze laden with the fragrance of nature. On your Kerala beach tours, you can also enjoy exciting activities like fishing, swimming, boating and sailing in the crystal blue waters of the Arabian Sea or can play a game of beach volleyball. Kerala beach tours would also provide you with excellent opportunities to enjoy a range of thrilling water sports such as surfing, jet-skiing, wind surfing, canoeing, kayaking, paragliding, parasailing, diving, catamaran rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, speed boating and deep sea fishing.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:51:52 +0200 Kerala is known for its rich knowledge of ivory and wood crafting. In fact, ivory has been an important medium of artistic expression in Kerala. You can find beautifully carved exquisite ivory idols in temples and other places of worship all over Kerala. The exquisitely carved figures of dancers, animals and birds display the extraordinary artistic skills of Kerala woodcrafters. Among popular wood and ivory craft items of Kerala include beautifully carved figures of elephants, decorative boxes and exquisite curios such as key rings, tabletops, ashtrays, photo frames, chess sets and bookcases.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:49:24 +0200 The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala, India. Known for its rich and diverse flora and fauna, Idukki was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1976 to protect its unique wildlife population. Spread over an area of 77sq km, Idukki wildlife sanctuary is especially known for its rich elephant populations. The world-famous Idukki Arch Dam and a beautiful lake in the middle of the Idukki add to its scenic charm. Visit Kerala and enjoy an exciting Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary tour with Kerala Backwaters to discover its unique and diverse flora and fauna.
The topography of Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary comprises of undulating hills with average altitude ranging between 450m to 758 m. The vegetation of the sanctuary comprises of lush green canopy of tropical semi-evergreen forests and deciduous forests. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife. On your tours to Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, you can enjoy a spectacular view of roaming herds of Elephants and Gaur (Indian Bison), which never fail to mesmerize the visitors. Other major wildlife in the sanctuary includes Nilgiri Langurs, Deer, Tigers, Leopards, Wild Dogs, Jungle Cats and Wild Boars. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is also rich in its reptile and bird populations. The sanctuary shelters a large number of King Cobras, Vipers, Kraits and non- poisonous snakes. Among birds Hornbills, Jungle Fowls, Mynas, Laughing Thrushes, Black Bulbuls, Peafowl, Woodpeckers and Kingfishers are commonly seen in the sanctuary. On Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary tour, you can also enjoy a trip to major tourist attractions near the sanctuary including the enchanting Kuthumkal Waterfalls and beautiful Observatory Hills. Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:48:13 +0200 On Kerala fishing tours with Kerala Backwaters, you can enjoy memorable houseboat tour on beautiful serene backwaters of Kerala. Sit comfortably on the deck of your houseboat and enjoy a wonderful fishing experience on lovely backwaters of Kerala. Kerala backwaters are very rich in its marine population and offer perfect conditions to enjoy an unforgettable fishing and angling. On your Kerala fishing tours, we will also take you to beautiful palm-fringed beaches of Kerala, where you can laze in the cool shades of coconut palms with your fishing rod. Fishing in the crystal blue waters of the sea can truly be a fascinating experience for you.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:47:35 +0200 Kerala is known for its fascinating architecture, which can be viewed in its beautiful temples, palaces and other historical monuments. Kerala houses some of the most beautiful and sacred temples of South India. The temples of Kerala are known for their unique structural design, which is completely different from the other areas in India. The temples of Kerala have steep roofs covered with copper sheets in order to prevent structural damage from excessive monsoon showers. Visit Kerala and discover the unique architecture of its temples and their religious sanctity on your Kerala Temple Tour with Kerala Backwaters.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:46:32 +0200 Kerala, popularly referred to as the " God's Own Country," is blessed with some of the finest beaches, backwaters and hill stations of not only India but also the world. Truly, an adventure seekers paradise, Kerala offers excellent conditions for an exciting range of water sports. Its pristine beaches and serene backwaters with innumerable rivers, lagoons, streams, lakes, canals and beautiful rivulets promise unlimited opportunities to enjoy several thrilling water sports. Enjoy an unforgettable Kerala Tour with Kerala Backwaters and discover several exciting opportunities for a wide range of water sports. On your tours to Kerala, you can look forward to enjoy thrilling water sports activities like Swimming, Angling, Canoeing, Sailing, Diving, Catamaran Rides, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Paragliding, Parasailing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Water Skiing, Speed Boating, Wind Surfing and Deep Sea Fishing to name a few.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:44:14 +0200 The Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the finest National Parks in Kerala, known for its rich and diverse flora and fauna. Set in a lush green valley between the Annamalai mountain ranges of Tamil Nadu and the Nelliampathy mountain ranges of Kerala, the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 285 sq km comprising of highly undulating hills drained by many beautiful rivers such as the Parambikulam, the Sholayar and the Thekkady.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:43:35 +0200 Munnar is perhaps the most enchanting hill destinations in all over south India. The pristine and clean hill station of Kerala, Munnar is also home to some of the highest tea gardens of the world. The breathtaking view of lush and sprawling tea plantations, which appear like green velvety lawns on the misty slopes of hills, never fail to mesmerize its visitors. Enjoy a memorable Munnar Tour with Kerala Backwaters and discover the exceptional natural beauty of this beautiful hill destination of Kerala. Visit the sprawling tea gardens and breath in a refreshing pristine air laden with the fragrance of fresh tea.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:42:38 +0200 While in Kerala, you can enjoy a cuisine enriched with cereals, vegetables, herbs, tropical fruits and seafood, and garnished with the distinctive aroma of pepper, cardamom and chillies. Rice forms the main ingredient in most of the Kerala cuisine and is served in different forms. Spices are generously used to enhance the taste for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine. With so much of varieties to offer, the distinctive Kerala cuisine offers you with great opportunities for gastronomical experiments. Visit Kerala and enjoy its hot and spicy cuisine on Kerala Tours with Kerala Backwaters.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:41:37 +0200 The Peechi Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most picturesque national parks in Kerala, India. Situated in the catchments areas of Peechi and Vazhani dams in Trichur District of Kerala, Peechi is a veritable treasure trove of rare flora and fauna. Spreading over an area of approx. 125 sq km, the Peechi Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a National Park in 1958 to protect and preserve its natural richness. Adding to its scenic charm, there is the beautiful Peechi Dam in the middle of the sanctuary, offering excellent boating facilities to the visitors.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:40:08 +0200 The Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala. Covering an area of over 53 sq km, the sanctuary is known for its verdant tropical forests and a wide variety of wildlife including birds. Known for its unique eco-diversity, the Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a sanctuary in 1983, in order to protect and preserve its rich and diverse flora and fauna.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:38:31 +0200 The tree houses of Kerala are the beautifully designed wooden cottages built on top of the trees at an elevation of 20-90 ft above the ground. Built of eco-friendly raw materials like bamboo poles, coir mats, hay straws, live trees used as pillar, the tree houses in Kerala are the modified versions of Erumadam, usually built by the forest tribes to protect them from the attacks of the wild animals. To enhance the pleasure of your stay, all the tree houses are provided with modern amenities like cozy beds, telephone, washbasins, flushable toilets and attached bathrooms with running water shower facilities.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:37:35 +0200 The Evergreen Bungalow is a charming colonial style eco-friendly bungalow in the small township of Koottickal, Kerala. Built in the year 1955, the beautiful Evergreen Bungalow boasts giant open verandahs and large windows providing plenty of natural light and fresh air. The verandahs and windows also offer breathtaking views of lush green tropical forests in the surrounding hills and the distant towering ranges of the Western Ghats Mountains.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:36:24 +0200 On your Cochin backwaters tour with Kerala Backwaters, you can enjoy an exciting houseboat cruising on the beautiful islands, lagoons and small rivulets full of swaying coconut palm trees. Half the fun of traveling to Cochin is enjoying a backwater cruise through the serene and picturesque waterways. Visit Cochin and enjoy a boat cruising on the beautiful Willington Island surrounded by beautiful backwaters of Kerala.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:34:49 +0200 Kerala hills attract thousands of nature lovers, honeymooners and adventure seekers from all over the world every year. A holiday in picturesque hills of Kerala would truly be an unforgettable experience awaiting you on India tours. Kerala Backwaters offers a range of especially designed Kerala hill tours. Just select a suitable package for you and enjoy a memorable holiday on the paradise like hill stations of Kerala.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:34:35 +0200 The beautiful and serene backwaters of Kollam, which extend from the Ashtamudi Lake, offer a perfect destination to enjoy a luxury houseboat cruising. Enjoy a houseboat cruise on Kollam backwaters and explore the breathtaking beauties of lush green surroundings and the fascinating countryside of Kerala. Sail along on a houseboat and pass through lush surroundings enjoying an exotic fragrance strewing in the air all over the area.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:29:11 +0200 Begin your blissful marital journey together in a little green paradise on your honeymoon in Kerala backwaters. Enjoying a luxury houseboat ride and sailing along the serene backwaters of Kerala along your companion would surely be an unforgettable experience for both of you. Imagine you and your loved one together in a luxurious houseboat and floating along serene Kerala backwaters with no one to interfere in your privacy. Imagine you and your life partner sailing along Kerala backwaters and passing through lush green forests and exotic fragrance of lilies and lotuses invigorating you. Imagine exotic water birds trailing your houseboat and colorful birds flying in azure sky. You can experience all of this on your honeymoon in Kerala backwaters. On your honeymoon in Kerala backwaters, enjoy complete privacy, as nothing to disturb you other than the soothing sound of rippling water as your houseboat sails through. Laze together on the deck of your houseboat during night and enjoy the breathtaking view of sparkling stars.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:28:23 +0200 Thiruvananthapuram, also known as Trivandrum, is the capital of Kerala, India. Bounded by the lush forested highlands of the Western Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west, Thiruvananthapuram offers the perfect gateway to enchanting Kerala beaches and backwaters. Known for its proximity to beautiful palm-fringed beaches of Kovalam and the enchanting backwaters of Thiruvallam and Veli, Thiruvananthapuram offers an ideal holiday destination to start your memorable Kerala Backwaters Tour.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:27:43 +0200 Alappuzha backwaters in Kerala are perhaps the most enchanting ones in the " God's Own Country". One of the distinct features of Alappuzha backwaters is its beautiful Kuttanad region, known for its innumerable waterways and lush green surroundings of paddy fields. So unique are the lush landscape of Kuttanad backwaters that a houseboat trip is simply irresistible. Enjoy a memorable houseboat ride on enchanting backwaters of Alappuzha to explore its breathtakingly beautiful surroundings and the fascinating Kerala countryside.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:26:20 +0200 Kuttanad is a little green paradise, promising to offer you an unforgettable holiday experience. Its innumerable waterways, rivulets, canals, streams, channels and lakes offer a perfect destination for a memorable backwater cruising tour in Kerala. So unique are the beautiful landscape of Kuttanad backwaters that a boat trip is irresistible, not only for tourists but natives as well. Enjoy a houseboat ride on enchanting backwaters of Kuttanad and explore the breathtaking views of lush green surroundings and the fascinating Kerala countryside. Float along on a luxury houseboat and pass through lush paddy fields to see a variety of colorful water birds on the edges of the waterways and villagers engaged in their day-to-day life and waving at you as you pass by.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:25:21 +0200 Thattekad was notified as a bird sanctuary in 1983 based on a recommendation made by Dr. Salim Ali, an internationally renowned ornithologist of India, who was the architect of this beautiful sanctuary. It's estimated that the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary has over 500 species of birds including many rare and endangered birds.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:24:26 +0200 The vegetation of Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary chiefly consists of lush moist deciduous forests with a few patches of semi evergreen forests. The sanctuary has excellent covers of teak forests and marshes dominated by thick bamboo groves and other tall grasses. The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary shelters a wide variety of wildlife which includes Asian Elephants, Leopards, Tigers, Guar (Indian Bison), Giant Squirrels, Jungle Cats, Civet Cat, Nilgiri Langurs, Wild Dogs, Deer etc. The spectacular view of herds of elephants migrating from one area of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve to another provides a truly fascinating experience to visitors. Frequent sightings of Tigers are also reported from Tholpetty, Rambur and Mavinhalla areas of the Bio-reserve. Among birds Peacocks, Woodpeckers, Babblers, Jungle Fowls, Cuckoos and Mynas are commonly seen in the sanctuary.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:23:38 +0200 The colorful and vibrant people of Kerala are known for their love to celebrate several fairs, festivals and every happy occasion. In fact, the true color of the fascinating culture of Kerala can be viewed in its colorful festivals. Kerala celebrates several festivals all year round, which include Seasonal Festivals, Temple Festivals and exciting Snake boat racing Festivals. Onam is the most popular festival of Kerala, held every year to celebrate the golden age of the legendary King Mahabali. This colorful harvest festival brings ten days of fanfare to the people of Kerala, as grand feasting, boat races and various colorful cultural performances of songs and dances are organized all over the state. Be a part of this grand celebration on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:22:37 +0200 Silent Valley National Park is one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries of South India. The Silent Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its extremely fragile eco-system, as it has a rich preserve of virgin tropical evergreen rain forests teeming with an amazing variety of wildlife. Considered the core of the famous Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the Silent Valley National Park spreads on an area over 90 sq km. The Silent Valley Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a national park in 1980 in order to protect its highly fragile eco-system.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:21:06 +0200 The backwaters of Kozhikode are pristine and unspoiled and promise an exciting holiday destination in Kerala. Kozhikode backwaters are full of palm-fringed canals, rivulets and lakes offering perfect conditions for houseboat cruising. Enjoy a houseboat cruise on virgin backwaters of Kozhikode with Kerala backwaters. Sail along on a houseboat, passing through lush surroundings of spice plantations with exotic fragrances that offer an unforgettable experience. Enjoy a Kozhikode backwaters tour with Kerala Backwaters and discover the fascinating countryside of Kerala.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:20:20 +0200 The beautiful Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is rated amongst the finest wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala, India. Set amidst enchanting backwaters of Devikulam in Idukki district of Kerala, the Chinnar wildlife sanctuary covers an area over 90 sq km in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats. Known for its enchanting scenic beauty, Chinnar is a natural habitat for an amazing variety of flora and fauna including some rare and endangered wildlife species. Chinnar was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1984 in order to protect its unique flora and fauna. Visit Kerala and enjoy an exciting Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary tour with Kerala Backwaters and see the nature at its best here.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:19:31 +0200 Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race Carnival is organized in Kerala at Punnamada Lake at Alappuzha. Being World's biggest boat race, Nehru Trophy Boat Race attracts a number of tourists from all over the globe. The boat race commemorates the visit of late Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru's visit to this place in 1952.
Mon, 07 Aug 2006 11:18:39 +0200 A Kerala houseboat stay would provide you with a perfect opportunity to experience the enchanting scenic beauty of Kerala backwaters. The luxurious houseboats of Kerala are fully equipped with all the modern amenities to provide you with an ultimate holiday experience. These giant country crafts sometimes measuring up to 80 feet in length are provided with facilities like well furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, living room, kitchen, an open lounge, sun deck and even a balcony for angling. For the comforts of guests, they also carry a crew comprising oarsmen, a cook and guide. A recent addition to these luxurious houseboats is a small conference room for high profile meetings. Enjoy a luxurious houseboat stay on your Kerala backwaters tour and get rewarded with a unique holiday experience.
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