ABOUT KERALA:
Kerala known as
'God's Own Country' & Spice Garden of India & Land of
Coconuts & Land of Trees. Kerala is a
state located on the Malabar coast of Southern India. Kerala is well known
state for backwaters, ayurvedic massages, wildlife sanctuaries, sprawling tea
gardens, hill-stations, palm tree-lined beaches and colourful dance forms,
Kerala has everything on offer to take your pick from home for family holidays
, adventure. Area: 38,863 km² Population:
3.48 crores Country:
India Language: English, Gujarati,Kannada Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil,
Telugu Religion:
Hinduism , Islam and Christianity National
Airlines: GoAir, AirAsia, vistara, SpiceJet, IndiGo and Air India. From Chennai you
can travel by bus, train or flight. From Delhi, Ahmadabad or
any other destinations to Kerala, you have the option of traveling by
train or flight only. BY
AIR: Cochin
International Airport , Trivandrum
International Airport , Kozhikode International Airport , Kannur International
Airport
BY TRAIN : There are 178 railway stations in Kerala. The 5
main Kerala railway stations are Calicut, Ernakulam Junction,
Trichur, Trivandrum Central, Trivandrum Kochuveli September and March : in winter season when the Kerala has
comfortable climate and pleasant weather with less humidity in backwaters, hill
stations and beaches. The average temperature during
this time ranges between 29°C to 38°C. Even in the evenings, the temperature remains
a high 29°C. The state bears high temperatures during this
time owing to its proximity to the ocean June to August. Best season
to visit Kerala for people who are looking for ayurvedic
treatments is Monsoon season .
In June,
the temperature varies between 19 degrees Celsius to 30
degrees Celsius and this is the wettest month of the year with average rainfall
being more than 350 m Do’s: ·
Do remember if you’re travelling to Kerala at peak
seasonal times when the weather’s at it’s hottest (March to May) to bring
sunscreen, mosquito spray and drink plenty of water while there. ·
Carry a map of the places you are supposed to visit. ·
Do some prior research before visiting any place which may give you a
better idea of the spot. ·
Wear white colored traditional
clothes (Dhotis) while entering the Temples. ·
Take necessary safety measures while trekking and rafting. ·
Do negotiation before hiring a Houseboat as the rates are not standard. ·
It is advisable to check the condition of the houseboat before taking
the ride as these boats are constructed by wood and having a life span of about
6-10 yrs. ·
Always include breakfast in your hotel package. ·
People
in Kerala are very particular when it comes to dressing. ...
Most of the temples only permit people inside if they wear traditional
dress. One who is wearing shorts or any western costume
like shorts is not permitted inside ·
While travelling, always carry mineral water to avoid any waterborne
diseases. ·
It is recommended to places to visit in
Kerala between
October to March. ·
If one is travelling during monsoon; take clothes which get dry easily. ·
Book your tour package atleast 3-4 months prior to get the best deals. ·
Must keep a good quality camera to capture the captivating beauty
(Possibly along with Tripod and additional lenses). ·
Take light woolen clothes and sports shoes if you are planning to visit
Munnar and Thekkadday as these are the hill stations and having comparative
cool weather. Don’ts: ·
Don’t wear shoes
in sacred areas (temples etc) and there is also a strict dress code in place.
Also kissing in public and smoking are prohibited. As with any
country you’re not familiar with it is not recommended to travel to remote
areas at night. ·
Don't carry heavy luggage with you if you are planning to visit
different places in the city. ·
Do not carry heavy woolen clothes as Kerala witnesses a moderate climate
throughout the year. ·
Do not travel after 7 pm in Munnar and Thekkady as the city is carpeted
by fog and wild animals may also come out. ·
Don’t take pictures of any museum/antique showpieces or any other
restricted areas. ·
Do not forget to take out footwear, headgear, shoes and leather items
while visiting any religious place. ·
Do not add lunch and dinner in your hotel package, always keep it
optional. If you do not like the food of the hotel, you can have at outside. ·
Don’t enter into anybody’s home without permission while experiencing
the incredible village life. ·
Planning makes a tour even more comfortable and joyous. Kerala offers a
wide array of attractive and splendid destinations; to explore these amazing
places effectively, one has to do a little research and follow some guidelines.
These guidelines may help you to have a better touring experience but need not
to make it a thumb rule as these are only the references for a successful trip.
Main
Airports: Cochin International Airport ,
Trivandrum International Airport , Kozhikode International Airport ,
Kannur International AirportWHEN TO TRAVEL KERALA:
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