Tourism Place in Kerala

The Southern state of Kerala is arguably India's most interesting state. Its culture has been influenced by Portuguese, Dutch and English elements involved in the spice trade, its geography varies in a very short distance from tropical beaches to high hill stations, and it boasts the world's first freely elected communist government whose social policies have resulted in a literacy rate of 95%. In the space of just 11 days, we do our very best to give you an introduction to this beautiful corner of India.

The name of the state of Kerala has been taken from the word Keralaputra (land of the sons of Cheras), as mentioned in one of the Ashokan edicts dating back to 273-236 BC. Chera was the first large empire that took roots in this state, and continued to use Tamil till 7th century as their administrative language. The Chera power declined in the 10th century AD, after Cholas, the rulers of Tamil Nadu, were successful in overthrowing the dynasty.

It is the backwater cruises that complete the tour to southern India take you through the winding waterways revealing the colorful culture and customs of the rural life. The magic of the mystical backwaters works on one and all. Though you may plan your backwater tour to Kerala anytime of the year, the best time for cruising is from October to March.