Kerala,
formed in 1956,is one of the smallest
states in the Republic of India. The
state has 14 districts and the capital
is in Thiruvananthapuram. Kerala is
a land of great natural beauty. The
country has the highest rate of literacy
(100%) among Indian states.
Graced by the Arabian Sea on the
west, the Western Ghats on the east
and networked by forty-four rivers,
Kerala lies on the southern tip of
the Indian peninsula. Kerala is a
land of great natural beauty. It is
the ideal place to visit during your
tour to South India.
The ancient history of Kerala is
shrouded in the mists of tradition.
The most popular legend would have
it that the land crust that forms
the state was raised from the depths
of the ocean by Parasurama, the Brahmin
avatar (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu
and hence the sobriquet - "God's
own Country". Thus during your
tour to Kerala you get an opportunity
to be a part of this culturally rich
country.
Today, Kerala is one of the best-known
tour destinations in the world tourism
map. From mind-blowing landscapes to
infinite intriguing customs, high-intensity
cultural life to the educated public,
holidays and tour in Kerala is a unique
experience in itself.
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