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Onam is Kerala's major annual festival

Onam is t.he major festival in kerala.Onam festival although it is known to all, even then I wish to mention one line that according to legends, the festival is celebrated to commemorate King Mahabali, whose spirit is said to visit Kerala at the time of Onam. Further, it is a harvest festival. Anyway, few dishes which I enjoyed during Onam inter alia are a) Chor which is a variety of red rice. I personally feel if anyone has not tasted this variety of rice then please taste it, b) Morru Kachiyatha is prepared by boiling curd with black sesame seeds, shallots, ginger and garlic, c) Avial is a mixed vegetables prepared with grated coconut and coconut oil and milk, d) Kichadi, although it is called Kichadi but preparation is different than Bengali preparation. It is prepared with spicy curd and vegetables which can be ridge gourd, cucumber, bitter gourd etc, e) Kootu Curry is a dry curry prepared with raw bananas and black Bengal gram mixed with grated coconut and local spices. And another one which I remember is Thoran which is a staple item in every Malayali household. Generally, it is prepared with cabbage, carrots and beans with grated coconut. In addition, varieties of local pickles, along with Rasam, Sambar, Pappad are served.

Still, I remember these tasty vis-a-vis eye-catching dishes. Also its aroma can never be forgotten. While I am writing this article, my mouth is full of water. Hope next year, I will enjoy the dishes. I personally feel simply going to a Malayali restaurant and eating food is totally different than dishes prepared at home during festival.

Wishing all the people in general and Malayali people in particular on this auspicious occasion, prosperous, peaceful and healthy life

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Top 12 Places to Visit in Kerala: God's Own Country

Kerala is the most beautiful place to spend your vacation. Whether you go with your family, friends, partner, or solo, this place has so much to offer! If you are also planning to travel to Kerala, then this blog will help you out! Here, we are going to share with you the most beautiful places to visit in Kerala. This will help you in designing a better itinerary and enjoy the trip to the fullest.

So, quickly scroll down to know more!

Which are the best places to visit in Kerala?

Kerala is a place of scenic beauty surrounded by hill stations, hamlets, and water backwaters. You will fall in love with this place because of the positivity and peace it offers. But, it is pretty tough to cover every area in Kerala, so we have come up with some of the best places to visit in Kerala that you can add to your must-go list.

Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is one of the most beautiful and popular tourist places in Kerala. Every year many tourists visit this place because of the exotic beaches it has. This place is also called the “Evergreen City of India.” If you want to experience rural life mixed with the contemporary way of living, pay a visit here. This place has so many beautiful tourist spots, places of historical value, beaches, and all this makes it one of the finest Indian cities to live in. You can enjoy numerous activities like sightseeing, shopping or photography at this particular place.

Popular tourist attraction to visit Thiruvananthapuram:

Arivikkara Dam

Neyyar Dam

Kowdiar Palace

Best time to visit: October to February

Mannarkkad

It is one of the most phenomenal places to visit in Kerala. This place attracts several tourists every year. If you love nature and animals, you must include this place in your list. You can also see several tribal settlements over here. This place has so many rivers flowing through the forest, making it one of the most beautiful spots. Besides, you can also enjoy watching plantations of different products like rubber, paper. You can enjoy shopping and relax in the laps of nature.

Popular tourist spot Mannarkkad:

Ooty

Munnar

Nilambur

Best time to visit: May to September

Marayoor

If you want to experience a town of sandalwood forest, then Marayoor is one of the best places to visit in Kerala. This place has so much beauty and tourist attraction. You can enjoy watching chinnar wildlife sanctuary. Have a walk through the sandalwood forest. Moreover, if you love hiking and photography, this place is heaven for you.

Popular tourist attraction Marayoor:

Chinnar Wildlife

Kulachivayal

Best time to visit: December or February

Anamudi

Anamudi is the best tourist spot to visit in Kerala. It is one of the highest peaks in India and has a variety of flora and fauna. Do you know what the most exciting thing about this place is? It is the home to the largest surviving population of ancient elephants. Isn’t that amazing? You can also enjoy activities like trekking, photography, or camping at this place.

Popular tourist attraction Anamudi:

Eravikulam

National Park

Lakkam waterfalls

Best time to visit: December or February

Alleppey Beach

Another most beautiful place to visit in Kerala is Alleppey beach. If you are a water lover, then this place is perfect for you. Here, you can enjoy houseboat stays and backwater trips. You can enjoy coconut and banana leaves in your food which is once in a lifetime experience. The roads here are clean, and it seems that you are in some other place. Besides, you can enjoy shopping, night walk, campfire, visit temples and beaches.

Popular tourist attraction Alleppey:

Marari Beach

Punnamada Lake

Best time to visit: February

Kodanad

It is one of Kerala’s most underrated tourist places and is located 42 km away from Kochi. If you have enough time, do pay a visit to this place. With the Periyar river flowing nearby, you can enjoy boating and fishing. In addition, you will see an elephant training center which is a perfect place to enjoy time with your family.

Popular tourist attraction Kodanad:

Kaprikkad

Abhayaranyam Mini Zoo

Best time to visit: February to April

Kalpetta

Kalpetta is another beautiful place to visit in Kerala. You will witness lush green and dense vegetables over this place. You will fall in love with the beauty of this place. For instance, you will love the fragrance of coffee as soon as you enter this town. There are a few ancient temples where you can visit.

Popular tourist attraction Kalpetta:

Chembra Park

Neelimala View Point

Meenmutty Falls

Best time to visit: October to March

Nelliampathy

Nelliampathy is a stunning hill station in Kerala and is popular for three major reasons. Firstly, this village is known as God’s village. Secondly, this place has so many beautiful and charming India’s backwater. Thirdly, there are so many lofty peaks, hills, and gardens.

Popular tourist attraction Nelliampathy:

Nelliampathy hills

Denmark, Padagiri

Best time to visit: October to March

Kuttanad

Kuttanad is a beautiful rural landscape with charming villages, backwaters, rivers, and agricultural land. This place is perfect if you want to visit the traditional Heritage agriculture system. You can enjoy scenic beauty and photography at this place.

Popular tourist attraction Kuttanad:

Punnamada Lake

Pampa River

Best time to visit: October to March

Kovalam

It is one of the most romantic beaches in Kerala. If you are planning to visit this place with your partner, the New Year will be the perfect timing. Moreover, you can enjoy a deep tissue massage, Ayurvedic treatments and bathing, and different water sports like parasailing over here — people across the world visit this place to experience the scenic beauty.

Popular tourist attraction Kovalam:

The Lighthouse

Samudra Beach

Valiathura Pier

Best time to visit: September to May

Thekkady

A simple thick forest and wildlife vegetation is what Thekkady is. You will see different kinds of animal species like tiger long-tail macaques, sambars over here. You can enjoy rafting, hiking, boating, or a Jungle night patrol over this place.

Popular tourist attraction Thekkady:

Mudra Cultural Centre

Murikkady

Best time to visit: November to May

Ashtamudi

Ashtamudi is one of the best places to visit in Kerala because of the ultimate scenic beauty. Moreover, people across the globe visit this place and enjoy the traditional fishing and Ashtamudilake over here.

Popular tourist attraction Ashtamudi:

Ashtamudi Lake

Trevally Palace

Best time to visit: November to February

So, enjoy your best time in these beautiful places!

Bon Voyage!

Read Also: 15 Best Places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar Island

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ROARING WATER FORCES AMIDST WOODS, BEHOLD IDUKKI WATERFALLS

The gushing water falls during rainy season assume like a roaring lion in the forest, whose roars are heard before reaching the actual location itself. In Kerala, these roaring water forces are in plenty and nestled deep in any forest. The development in the tourism sector of the state has allowed the safe watch of these waterfalls in close. Originating from any mountains and cascading forcefully along steep rocks, finally hitting the underlying rocks with full force, the watch of waterfalls is a great enthusiasm in any tour. More than the sight, the eagerness to take a dip in the pool formed by the fall is really invigorating. Kerala is famous for a popular waterfall that has already stolen the big screens, Athirapally.

Apart from this fall, there are several small cascades that are alluring to behold and most of them are situated in Idukki. It is a famous hill station known for many tourist attractions spread across in places like Munnar, Thekkady, and Marayoor. These are the places where family and other group tours are conducted exclusively. Some of the offbeat waterfalls locations in Idukki are exploited by tour planners and they are arranging trips to this destination. These packages stress on trekking and nature walks. With just minimum budget one can trip around the majestic falls and enjoy the nature. Family tours are mostly invited here as safety is the first preference give here. Touring with family is safer as elders can warn the kids and youth about the danger associated with these locations. During monsoons, these cascades take a dangerous form. Thus, post monsoon invites soared booking for affordable and cheap family tour packages to Kerala. With a minimum budget, a Vista of the astounding teaser of nature is presented before the eyes. Waterfalls can enthrall both the kids and adults equally. Waterfalls visit is a must in any tour and the reason behind it is the initial trek through woods to reach the destination, the sight of the majestic streams falling down with great force and from soared height and swimming in the cool pools created at the down part by the fall. Check out some of them

Thommankuthu waterfalls- This wild waterfall is nestled in Thodupuzha and is a seven stepped fall. This is an eco-tourism point and one can find many bamboo bridges along the path. Here you can find more wilderness as the name of the fall itself was derived from the mishap happened to a tribal named Thomman who died when he was about to pluck the fruits on other sides. The water currents are tricky. So, if the guidelines given by the forest officials are not met then, there are chances for dangers.

Anchuruli waterfalls- These waterfalls are just the extension of the Idukki dam located three kilometers from Kanchiyar village. The reason why it is given the name as Anchuruli because, during low tides and when the water in the river is low, five hills are seen like an inverted vessel. The hilly areas of western ghats have a picturesque view looking from here and also chirruping of the birds fills up the morning saga. If one passes through a mountain here, then 6 kilometers of length subterranean tunnel can be seen. This tunnel brings water from Idukki dam and during the rainy season, it forms another waterfall.

Njandirukki waterfalls - A popular spot for filming songs. Located in the Poomala town of Idukki, the unique geography of the fall has given it the name. The fall is originating from the Cheppukulam hills and at the treacherous rocks of the foothills of Poomala, the water sidles like a crab, hence the name. This waterfall is located deep inside the forest.

Cheeyappara waterfalls- Around 40 kilometers from Munnar, this waterfall is known by many of those who are traveling to Munnar by Adimali. Tour packages to Kerala invite many visitors from different parts of the country and of which Bangalore is the main. Lots of people are visiting Kerala from Bangalore to shed their daily life pressures and enjoy nature. Thus in all these Amazing Kerala tour packages from Bangalore trips, Munnar has included and because of which this waterfall on the way will be covered. These will not dry up even during summer and is a seven stepped cascade formed on a huge rock.

Valara waterfalls - Along with the visit to Cheeyappara, Valara waterfall visit is also included in almost all Munnar tour packages. These are lying amidst dense forests having rich flora and fauna. The crystal clear water is gushing downwards and is an amazing view.

Keezharkuthu waterfalls- This waterfall gives you the glimpse of a rainbow that is falling down in liquid form. It is 1500 meters lengthier fall and the location is ideal for mountain climbing, trekking, and camping. This comes under the unique watch of waterfalls in Kerala.

These amazing waterfalls attribute to the beauty of Idukki and don't forget to behold these cascading miracles once you are tripping the popular hill station of Kerala, Idukki.

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Marayoor Mud house

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Mud house near munnar

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Marayoor mud house

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Natural resorts in Munnar