A Timeless Moment on the Backwaters

A scenic backwaters view. Photo by S. Inman.

During my stay at Xandari Pearl – another charming property that I visited recently – I had the opportunity to go on one of the Riverscapes houseboats to have lunch and spend a few hours on the famous Kerala backwaters. I think I will remember this experience as the most peaceful that I have lived. Indeed, everything is united to provide you a relaxing and timeless moment.

Obviously the first thing that I noticed is the landscape and each element that surrounds it. It was my first time on the backwaters, and I have to say that this large expanse of water and all the green nature around it is quite wonderful. What makes it peaceful is the fact that you can just enjoy the moment and the view. You don’t have to do anything else! The best part is that except for the lapping of water and some birds, you can’t hear any sounds. It’s the best place to go unwind.

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Kerala – God’s Own Country

Photo Credits : Ramesh Kidangoor

Photo Credits: Ramesh Kidangoor

In the last few years, Kerala Tourism has recorded remarkable growth in the number of both international and domestic tourists visiting the state annually. After its rise to the top in 2003 as a recognized worldwide destination, Kerala Tourism was named a “super brand” by the India Tourism board. Continue reading

Alleppey Beaches

 

Alleppey

Alleppey

Popularly known as the “Venice of the East”, Alleppey is situated at the south-western tip of Vembanad Lake where it was the the major port of the erstwhile Travancore State. Alleppey Beach is known for its calm and quiet spirit and as a gathering place for family and friends to enjoy the fresh air, sea breeze and the most spectacular sunsets on Kerala’s coast. Continue reading

Delias Eucharis

Common Jezebel

Common Jezebel; Photo Credits: Aparna

Delias eucharis, also known as Common Jezebel, is a colorful butterfly with yellow background color on its under-hindwings intersected by black veins and red spots fanning outwards at wings’ edge. Continue reading

Alleppey – Kerala

Photo credits: Ramesh Kidangoor

Photo credits: Ramesh Kidangoor

Alleppey, situated at the south-western tip of the Vembanad Lake, is famous for its criss-crossing canals, lakes and lagoons, and is popularly known as the “Venice of the East.”  Tourism is its primary industry, which has revitalized the area and given a new charm to the entire district. Continue reading

Idukki District

Idukki Dam Catchment area

Idukki Dam Catchment area; photo credit: Ramesh Kidangoor

Idukki  is one of the largest district in Kerala, covering 13 percent of the state’s total area. With rugged mountains, dense forests and three big rivers, Idukki generates one third of the state electricity. But the district is more famous for its natural beauty; numerous trekking trails, stunning views and diverse wildlife make it an outdoor enthusiast’s dream destination. Continue reading

Kerala Named Among Top 10 Holiday Destinations

Photo credits: Manoj Vasudevan

Fort Cochin; Photo credits: Manoj Vasudevan

Known as “God’s Own Country”, Kerala is one of the most beautiful states in India. Lonely Planet apparently agrees by citing it among the World’s 10 best destinations for a family holiday in 2014. The Lonely Planet award for Best Family Destination was bestowed at the World Travel Mart in London, the leading trade event attended by industry representatives from around the world. Continue reading

Beauty Of Kerala – Palakkad

Photo Credits: Jisa

Photo Credits: Jisa

Palakkad is a vast expanse of verdant plains interspersed with hills, paddy fields, rivers, mountains, streams and forests. A 40 km break in the mountains known as the Palakkad Gap serves as a gateway to Kerala from the north, giving access to the land situated at the foot of the Western Ghats. The pass acts as a corridor between Kerala and neighbouring Tamil Nadu and plays a major role in the trade contacts between East and West coasts of peninsular India. Continue reading