kerala tours and travels

12/10/2020

It was a long break... restarting posts

01/03/2017

ILLICKAL KALLU .. getting popular day by day this 3400 ft high hillstation is very near to Eerattupetta & Theekkoyi in Kottayam district. This unspoilt hill station offers stunning views of greenery and hills and is a photographers paradise. Drive to the top itself is an experience, mostly covered with mild mist sometimes the visibility will dip to zero. There is a huge rock here , trekking to its feet is adventurous and dangerous same time. Illikal Kallu is at its best in the summer and in the rainy season it is altogether a different experience

25/11/2016

MADAYIPARA , Kannur .. is a unique and picturesque landscape and also a beautiful flat hillock filled with rocks and grasslands situated in Pazhayangadi, 25 km from Kannur. Madayipara was the administrative center of the Ezhimala kings. Madayikavu & Vadakunnu temples and hill top ponds and ancient remains with beautiful long reaching views of the hill side are main attractions.
With more than 500 species of flora and fauna including 30 varities of grass offers visitors a treat to eyes.

24/09/2016

MAGIC PLANET , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM .. spread across 75 acres in the Kinfra film & video park, Kazhakkottam around 12 km from city is India's first magic house which is entirely a new concept with completely magic themed park guided by famous magician Gopinath Muthukad. It has numerous attractions including a museum, an underground tunnel,illusion shows, a mirror maze, shadow plays, a virtual supermarket to build mathematical skills, a children’s park, a food court, theaters for live performances and an R&D center. The timings are from 10 am to 5 pm..entry tickets around Rs.300/-. contact : 0471 32080777

30/08/2016

THEVALLY PALACE , KOLLAM .. A boat trip through the serene waters of Ashtamudi Lake will take you to the majestic 'Thevally Palace, which is situated around 25 km from Kollam. Built in early 1800's by Rani Gowri Parvathy Bai , this majestic heritage building was once the abode of the King of Travancore. This palace is surrounded by the lush green coconut groove and palm trees and attract a large number of tourists from all over the world. Built on Bristish, Dutch & Portugese styles this wonderful monument is scurrently used by the Indian Army and Public Works Department.

16/07/2016

BAY ISLAND DRIFTWOOD MUSEUM .. AT Chakranpadi in Kumarakom, Kottayam.. is the only one of its kind in India ..displays large collection of superior quality driftwood articles of very high artistic value, prepared through a rare and innovative modern art form.
Wood logs of artistic value drifting in Bay of Bengal for centuries are collected painstakingly , curated, polished and saved. .. A Visitor would find there a huge collection of root sculptures of various shapes and design. Just 16 km from Kottayam this museum is opened on all days except Monday. Phone : 0481 2526223

12/08/2015

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ATHIRAPPILLY WATER FALLS..THE MOST MAGNIFICIANT WATERFALL IN INDIA AT ITS BEST

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06/08/2015

PAPANASHINI .. Just 400 meters from Thirunelli Temple , Wayanad is this mountain stream which originates from Brahmagri ranges. The word Papanasini means cleansing sins. It is believed that Papanasini is a tributary of river Ganga and have the power to wash away all the sins. Puranas says that Parashurama performed the last rites of his father Sage Jamadagni here. Papanasini later joins in River Kalindi which is a tributary of River Kabani which later joins in River Kaveri. A dip in Papanashini is a must ritual to visitors of Thirunelli Temple.

25/05/2015

RAJARAJESWARI TEMPLE, THALIPPARAMBU .. Just 23 km from kannur, this ancient temple is always in news as several politicians and VIPs visit this temple when they are in trouble! This temple is regarded as one of the existing 108 ancient Shiva Temples of Kerala. It also has a prominent place amongst the numerous Shiva temples in South India. it was supposedly renovated by Sage Parashurama, long before the Kali Yuga commenced. Several centuries ago it was renovated by the Mushika (Kolathiri) dynasty kings. It is also believed that after eight in the evening, Lord Shiva is present in the temple along with Goddess Parvathy and that during this time, they will grant the wishes of women devotees. Hence, women are allowed to enter the temple only after eight pm.
Performances of traditional art forms like the Koodiyattam and the Chakyarkoothu are held here regularly.The massive boundary walls and the two-tiered pyramidal roof capture your attention the instant you reach the temple premises.

14/05/2015

PANIYELI PORU .. is a serene, scenic picnic spot . Nourished by the River Periyar, which flows between Malayattoor in the north and Paniyeli in the south, the place obtained its name from the routine fight of raftsmen with the wild waves of the river. The river also offers one with a panoramic view of this pristine spot. The lush green vegetation around Paniyeli Poru is home to numerous species of birds and animals and assures an exotic experience to all visitors. Just 20 km away from Perumbavoor and 35 km from Aluva the location is under the control of Kerala forest department. It is fast becoming a popular tourist spot and is location to many south Indian films.

26/04/2015

Count down started for Thrissur Pooram..all in this simple song..

24/02/2015

ANAYIRANKAL DAM .. 22 kms from Munnar on the Thekkady road is this picnic spot surrounded by lush green tea plantation of Tata Tea. As it is in the vicinity of thick forest, elephants are often sited here. A boat ride on the splendid reservoir is an unforgettable experience.

13/12/2014

THUSHARAGIRI WATERFALLS .. is located in the Kodencherry village in the district of Kozhikode . Tusharagiri means snow capped or Misty mountains.The drive to Tusharagiri is through Coco & Coffee plantations and the area is mostly covered with mist formed by water droplets. The plantation destination that abounds in rubber, arecanut, pepper, ginger and spices, is also a trekkers delight. In Thusharagiri two streams on top of the hills of Western Ghats join together to form Chaliyarppuzha. The river Chaliyarpuzha then falls down in three parts, giving just a wonderful sight to the viewers.

06/12/2014

PRINCESS STREET / LOAFERS CORNER, KOCHI .. a trip to Fort Kochi is incomplete without a walk along Princess street which is one of the earliest streets to be constructed in Fort Kochi. The street was famous all through the British Raj and the magnificent bungalows lined on this quaint street portray the architecture of their respective owners ranging from Portuguese, Dutch, British and French. If you want to see what they looked from inside, most of these homes allow you a visit.

30/10/2014

MARITIME MUSEUM, KOCHI .. situated in INS Dronacharya in Kochi throws light on the genesis, history, growth and landmarks of the Indian Navy. It displays great maritime heritage of Indian Navy, which dates back to Indus Valley civilization.Keralas trade links with foreign powers, colonization by Europeans, evolution of the Navy as a super power, its glorious past and a section for ship building activities are the highlights.

05/10/2014

THAMARASSERY GHAT (Churam) ...is the gateway to fascinating Wayanad district connecting Wayanad to Kozhikode district. This 14km long pass has 9 hairpin bends which is a daring experience. Thamarassery Chruam begins from Adivaram and ends at Lakkidi. The view point at the 9th hairpin, at a height of 2000ft. above sea level give you a mesmerizing sight of green forest, miniature view of vehicle moving up and small towns beneath.

21/09/2014

VANDANMEDU .. in Kottayam - Kumily road, 80 KM from Kottayam , Vandanmedu is one of the world’s largest auction centres for cardamom. Vast cardamom plantations , enticing aroma of the spice in the air , walk through the plantations inhaling the aromatic air ..all are great experiences by itself. Though a business centre, Vandanmedu is also a place with immense scenic beauty.

30/08/2014

AMBUKUTHIMALA, WAYANAD .. is the prominent hill in Wayanad which in its western side houses the famous Edakkal Caves which tells about a culture dated back to 7000 BC. The hill is about 12 km from Sultha Bathery, near Ambalavayal. As per a local legend, it is believed that the Edakkal caves were formed by the arrows fired by Lava and Kusha, the sons of Lord Rama. Hence, the name Ambukuthi mala,

09/08/2014

NEYYAR WILD LIFE SANCTUARY .. just 32 km from Thiruvananthapuarm city, in the southeast corner of the Western Ghats, the Neyyar sanctuary is the drainage basin of the Neyyar river and its tributaries – Mullayar and Kallar. This sanctuary is a part of the habitat of over a hundred species of fauna including Asian Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Slender Loris and reptiles like King Cobra, Travancore Tortoise, etc. A crocodile breeding centre and a lion safari park is in the vicinity. In short its the home to more than 39 species of mammals, 176 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 17 species of amphibians and 40 species of fishes.

31/07/2014

St. ANDREW'S BASELICA, ARTHUNKAL .. 8 km from Cherthala & 22 km from Alappuzha, this church was originally built by the Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century. Though the church is in tha name of St.Andrew, In 1647, a statue of St. Sebastian, struck with arrows all over his bleeding body sculptured in Milan, was brought and placed in the Arthunkal church. Since then the feast of St. Sebastian is attended by thousands of all faiths as he is believed to be a curer of diseases.

12/07/2014

CHETTUVA BACKWATERS .. is the meeting point of backwaters and Arabian Sea and is 6 kms from Chavakkad town. Chettuva River creates broad backwaters before reaching into Arabian Sea. Blessed with mangrove vegetation and islets, the place is known for the tranquility it offers. The estuary here, locally known as Chettuva Manalpuram is also a scenic place. The azhimugham, where the backwater meets the sea, is an area of wild waves and has its own rough beauty. The temple town of Guruvayoor is only 8km from here.

29/06/2014

PARIKSH*TH THAMPURAN MUSEUM ( Durbar Hall Art Gallery ), KOCHI .. Is one of the finest museums in Kerala and has the largest collections of ancient things especially belongs to 19th century. It has various types of collection in it like statues in stone and in plaster of Paris, paintings, wall paintings, murals, memorabilia, old coins etc and the collections belongs to kochi royal family. This museum is named after the last official ruler of the Cochin Empire, Rama Varma Pariksh*th Thampuran and is under the administration of the State Archaeological Department.

23/06/2014

ADYANPARA WATERFALLS .. 15 km from Nilambur town, in Kurumbalangode is this medium but beautiful water fall located. The wild beauty of Adyanpara comprising the waterfalls and the splendour of its lush surrounding jungles is a rare treat for the eyes and heart of the tourists. The forest attracts wide variet of birds and is rich in wild life..

20/06/2014

Dream home

Dream home

കേരളത്തെ ഇത്രയും മനോഹരമായി ചിത്രീകരിച്ച വീഡിയോ ഇതിനു മുൻപ് ആരും കണ്ടിരിക്കില്ല. കേരളാടൂറിസത്തിന്റെ പ്രോമോഷന്റെ ഭാഗമായി ചിത്രീകരിച്ച ഈ വീഡിയോ
മലയാളികൾക്ക് എന്നും അഭിമാനിക്കാവുന്ന ക്ലാസ്സിക്കായ കാഴ്ചകൾ ഒരുക്കുന്നു. ഒന്ന് ഷെയര്‍ ചെയ് മാഷെ ,
നമ്മുടെ നാടിന്‍റെ ഭംഗി നാലുപേര് കാണട്ടെ ,
കടപ്പാട് :Ishal malabar

19/06/2014

MANCOMBU..Rice Research Station.. between Alappuzha and Changanassery at Mancombu is this famous place of Dr. MS Swaminadhan. Rice Research Station was established in 1940's exclusively to deal with research on rice in Kuttanad ecosystem. The center has introduced several famous breeds of rice in Kerala. The center has a field bank of 150 varieties of rice and is a worth visit place in Kuttanadu.

09/06/2014

POTHAMEDU, MUNNAR .. just 6 km from Munnar, Pothamedu offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here are ideal for trekking and long mountain walks. When the air is mist clear one can see tea factories, Pallivasal Hydro Electric Project & even the Idukki arch dam from here!

07/06/2014

MANNADI .. 13km from Adoor is the place where one of Kerala's most famous son breath his last.. Veluthampi Dalawa.. A historical museum, a statue of Veluthampi Dalawa and an open-air theatre are the major attractions . When British soldiers surrounded Dalawa, he took refuge in the ancient Bhagavathy temple and committed su***de. The temple has some exquisite stone sculptures. The Kerala Institute of Folklore and Folk Arts functions in Mannady.

01/06/2014

CHETTIKULANGARA BHAGAVATHI TEMPLE .. this 1200 year old temple is situated on the banks of Achenkovil between Mavelikkara and Kayamkulam, where the chief deity appears as Saraswathi during morning time, as Maha Lakshmi at noon time and as Durga or Bhadrakali in evening time. The Kettukazhcha festival in the month of Kumbham (February-March) draws large crowds of devotees. Processions of tall decorated structures on chariots, brightly decorated effigies of horses and bullocks and cultural performances make a spectacular event to watch.

25/05/2014

DHONI HILLS & WATERFALLS, PALAKKAD .. is a popular picnic spot with a small and beautiful waterfall just 15 km from Palakkad town & 5 km from Malampuzha dam. Bordered by Western Ghats on north,it takes a three hours trek from the base of the Dhoni hills to reach this reserve forest area.There is narrow mountain path suitable only for 4 Wheel Drives and motor bikes all the way till the water fall. Although the waterfalls is not so big, the beautiful surroundings will make up for that.

13/05/2014

SHAKTHAN THAMPURAN PALACE, THRISSUR .. this two storied building with a nalukettu was inspired by the Dutch and Kerala style of architecture and it has a huge museum in the palace with a number of galleries like the Epigraphy gallery, the Bronze gallery, the Numismatics gallery, a Sculpture gallery. The palace is named after Shakthan Thampuran of Perumbadappu Swaroopam who were the rulers of Kochi and he ruled from 1790 to 1805 which was considered as a golden era in the history of Kochi. In addition to the palace which preserves has the largest collection of excavated megalithic material in Kerala, very good ancient coins , the galleries depicting the treasury, royal bedroom, and the royal kitchen utensils, besides displays of bronzes, weapons, and stamps the compound also has a good botanical & medicinal plants garden.

06/05/2014

POTHUNDY DAM .. 8 km from Nenmara, en route to Nelliyampathy is this 19th century dam built using molasses and quicklime. The dam site is a picture perfect location surrounded with mountains. Its not only a tourists delight but also a major source of drinking water for Plalakkad district. As an introduction just refresh the dam site of Malayalam film Vinodayatra !

03/05/2014

ATTUKAL WATERFALLS, MUNNAR .. going to Munnar in monsoon? ..never miss this amazing waterfall. The way water falls with roaring sound and the drizzles created by it is worth experiencing. 9 km from Munnar near Pallivasal, Attukal is famous for its charming sceneries, waterfalls and rolling hills. The place is also a trekkers paradise.

16/04/2014

PUTHENKULAM ELEPHANT VILLAGE , KOLLAM .. 25km from Kollam town, 5 km from Paravur is the small town of Puthenkulam which has one of the biggest number of captive elephants in a small radius..almost 50!. Thousands of oversees tourists flock here every year to participate in elephant related activities like riding, trekking, feeding bathing etc..There is also a collection of elephant ornaments like gold plated caparisons, umbrellas, Alavattom, Venchamaram, Necklace etc to see...

03/04/2014

PARASHINIKKADAVU SNAKE PARK : 16 km from Kannur, this only snake park of Kerala is set up by the Visha Chikista Kendra at Pappinisseri, attracts both foreign and domestic tourists. The Visha Chikista Kendra where Ayurveda and Modern Medicine are effectively combined to treat snake bite victims offers effective treatment for snake bites . About 150 varieties of snakes, including the spectacled cobra, King cobra, Russel Viper, Krait and Pit Viper, Python tc. are housed in the park.

22/03/2014

ARAKKAL MUSEUM, KANNUR .. Arakkal Kettu was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, Kerala's only Muslim royal family. Protected by the Archaeological and Tourism Department, owned and managed by the Arakkal Family Trust, this museum houses a splendid display of numerous artefact's and heirlooms belonging to the Rajas. Kannur, islands of Lakshadweep and Maldives were ruled by Arakkal family. Its closed on Mondays.