{"id":1907,"date":"2020-04-13T13:41:10","date_gmt":"2020-04-13T08:11:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liamtra.com\/blog\/?p=1907"},"modified":"2022-05-26T17:21:58","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T11:51:58","slug":"itinerary-to-gods-own-country-kerala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liamtra.com\/blog\/itinerary-to-gods-own-country-kerala\/","title":{"rendered":"Itinerary to God&#8217;s Own Country: Kerala"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><em>The year 2022 definitely calls for more traveling in India, and what better than visiting a paradise location in\u00a0 India. Lying far apart from the rest of the polluted states is &#8216;God&#8217;s Own Country&#8217;, Kerala. The rich tea plantations, paddy fields, serene coastline, coconut meadows, and serene beaches will leave you spell-bounded. A well-rounded tour of the state of Kerala is going to take you to explore the famous backwaters, therapeutic ayurvedic massages, and some delicious spicy cuisine of Kerala.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Places To Visit In Kerala<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Content yourself with the best of the places you can make out of Kerala, surely a God&#8217;s own country. Rejuvenate yourself among the abundance of nature&#8217;s gift and incredible landscapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><b>KOCHI<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/kerela.jpg\" alt=\"A houseboat in the heart of god's own country\" width=\"960\" height=\"303\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kochi or Cochin in the southwest region of India is the financial, commercial, and industrial capital of Kerala. Also called the &#8216;Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi was previously the center of the Indian spice trades for Jews, Syrians, Arabs, and Chinese. It showcases great diversity and cultural aspects, defining why it is one of the best places to explore in Kerala.<\/span> In fact,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the World Travel Tourism Council and the National Geographic Traveler&#8217;s &#8217;50 greatest places of a lifetime<\/span> acknowledge it<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Kochi i<\/span>s <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surrounded by a unique blend of Jewish, Dutch, Portuguese, and British Architecture<\/span>. It is however<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a treat to witness. Spending a day at Kochi while exploring the extent<\/span> of this god&#8217;s own country, Kerala<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an apt amount of time to devote to it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><b>MUNNAR<\/b>, THE PRIDE OF KERALA &#8211; GOD&#8217;S OWN COUNTRY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/MUNNAR.jpg\" alt=\"Munnar, ideal location in the god's own country\" width=\"731\" height=\"450\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After exploring the rich culture of Kochi, it&#8217;s time for you to head to the most popular and beautiful hill station i<\/span>n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> South India, Munnar. The famous hill station of the south, Munnar is just a forty-five-minute ride from Kochi. It <\/span>was once<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the summer resort of the British Government. Munnar has gained popularity amongst many tourists for its large spread of tea plantations, diverse fauna, rich forests, and grasslands. Adjudged as the \u2018Kashmir of South India\u2019 for the purity unperturbed beauty that lies in its nature is something that should surely be experienced while touring from Kochi to other significant towns of Kerala. Munnar is especially perfect for honeymooners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read This:- <a href=\"https:\/\/liamtra.com\/blog\/explore-the-best-monsoon-destinations-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore The Best Monsoon Destinations In India<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><b>THEKKADY<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/THEKKADY.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"738\" height=\"432\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists especially wildlife enthusiasts across the globe l<\/span>ove<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to travel to Thekkady.<\/span> The sole reason is that<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span>it is <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home to the country&#8217;s largest Tiger Reserve, the Periyar National park. It is a three-hour ride for people t<\/span>raveling<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Munnar. Thekkady is a perfect spot to spend a day or a couple of hours t<\/span>o experience <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">varied adventurous activities. The most popular i<\/span>s<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the bamboo rafting around the Mullaperiyar dam.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> I<\/span>t<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most fun activities to try around the town. Surrounded by the rich flora and fauna, Thekkady is perfect to spend some quiet time around. You could also choose a little quiet spot for your family, spread a bamboo mat, soak in the sun and eat snacks. The magnificent view of the hills surrounding you, adds a nice touch of perfection.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><b>KUMARAKOM<\/b>, BEAUTIIFUL ISLAND IN GOD&#8217;S OWN COUNTRY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/KUMARAKOM.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kumarakom lies on a cluster of small islands with the backdrop of the largest lake in Kerala, the Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad is one of the most stunning locations to visit <\/span>in Kerala<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. T<\/span>he reason is,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that it inhabits various kinds of marine species. The town promotes rich flora and fauna through its popular bird sanctuary, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The Kumarakom is the prime spot where various extinct birds are known to visit. Due to its abundant fertility, the town is full of lush fields, and coconut and mango orchards. Hence, v<\/span>isitors can spot the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nature&#8217;s natural phenomena <\/span>in <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">abundance here<\/span>. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">T<\/span>hey <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are bound to leave you spell-bounded on every step. Kumarakom was also one of the world&#8217;s 25remote and exotic destinations by the Cande Nast Travellers.\u00a0Thekkady to Kumarakom is an approximately three-hour drive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><b>ALAPPUZHA<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/ALAPPUZHA.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alappuzha<\/span> is <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">formerly known as Alleppey.<\/span> It<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is regarded as one of the most famous towns i<\/span>n God&#8217;s own country, Kerala. That is <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">due to its cleanliness i<\/span>n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the entire s<\/span>tate <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of India. It <\/span>is also popular as <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2018the Venice of the E<\/span>ast<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as it is the hub of Kerala\u2019s backwaters and has over a thousand houseboats situated on its waters. The houseboats a<\/span>re an inspiration for the<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kettuvallams that were used for transporting tonnes of rice and spices. The interiors of the houseboats are like a hotel room with an air conditioner, toilet, living room, kitchen, and a balcony. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>T<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he sheer beauty of the lagoons, coconut trees, beaches canals and<\/span> other beautiful elements surrounds the backwaters<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Located at a distance of 53 km from Kochi, Alleppey is great to spend some time at. Beach lovers can choose to stay near the beach houses.<\/span> Most <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">probably they can opt for a swim or a rich ayurvedic massage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><b>KOVALAM<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/KOVALAM.jpg\" alt=\"Kovalam, best place to visit in god's own country\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A four-hour drive from <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Alappuzha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Alappuzha<\/a> will land you at the paradise location known as Kovalam. Kovalam is a hit among the Indians as well as foreigners due to its vibrant and high vibes of the numerous places that will leave you confused a<\/span>bout <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which to visit and which to skip. A unique blend of native fishes and calm waters m<\/span>akes<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the perfect opportunity to take a dip. Non-swimmers also have plentiful options to act on. One of the must-have experiences in Kovalam f<\/span>or <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">v<\/span>isitors <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to experience are the Ayurvedic massages at the Yoga and Ayurvedic massage centers.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> I<\/span>t will eventually <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">relax every strained muscle of your body. There are various kinds of Ayurvedic health resorts, herbal body toning massage facilities, convention facilities, and shopping zones to enjoy some relaxing and therapeutic time.<\/span> Indeed a heart-throbbing spot in the God&#8217;s own country, Kerala. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong><b>THIRUVANANTHAPURAM<\/b>, THE CAPITAL OF THE GOD&#8217;S OWN COUNTRY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/live-liamtra-blog.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/03\/Neyyar-Dam-Wildlife-Sanctuary.jpg\" alt=\"THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - the capital of the God's own country\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thiruvananthapuram or formerly known as Trivandrum, the capital of <\/span>the very God&#8217;s own coumtry,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kerala is one of the most crowded cities of Kerala. It is o<\/span>ne among<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the topmost\u00a0 Information Technology hubs <\/span>in the country as well as in the world<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The great father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi called the &#8216;Evergreen city of India&#8217;. I<\/span>t is <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home to various research centres and media institutions<\/span>.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Thiruvananthapuram is today&#8217;<\/span>s<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> premium hub spot for students too. In 2013, <\/span>India Today acknowledged <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the city as the best city to live in India and<\/span> ranked the fifteenth. It <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">was also selected as the best-governed city in India in the survey conducted by Janaagraha Centre for citizenship and democracy in 2017.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The year 2022 definitely calls for more traveling in India, and what better than visiting a paradise location in\u00a0 India. Lying far apart from the rest of the polluted states is &#8216;God&#8217;s Own Country&#8217;, Kerala. 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