Posted by Top 10 Tourist Places in Kerala: Kerala is an unusual destination where the morning shows in cloud and magic. Famous as “God’s own Country”, this is the place where the backwaters holds everyone captives with their attract silence. Kerala is the ‘Spice Capital of India’ where the evening wishes goodbye with some of the delightful melodies played by Mother of Nature. Kerala is a sight for your painful eyes. Make sure your make it these entire destination and create some of the most pleasant memories out of your trip. Here is the list of some places you ‘must-see’ in this paradise.
1. Alleppey (Alappuzha)
Alappuzha or Alleppey is the best world famous Backwater of Kerala. These backwaters come from the fresh water rivers and lakes that means half of the kerala. With the boat house you can vibe the backwater unique feeling and including taste some typical kerala food while travelling time. For other peculiar travelers are also visit unique temples and churches are there which add more value to capture the beauty of Alleppey.
Best time to Visit:
Year round destination
Tourist Attractions:
Vembanadu lake, Alleppey beach, Marari beach, Krishnapuram palace, Pathirmanal, Kuttanad backwaters, Arthunkal church, Ambalapuzha Temple, Mannarshala temple, Karumadikuttan statue, St. Mary Rorane church.
Nearest Railway Station:
Alleppey Railway Station
Whether:
Summer (April-June), Winter(October-Mid March), Monsoon(July-September)
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2. Cochin
Cochin is the most valuable and economical capitals of the Kerala. It is the massive and attractive place for travelers from all over the world and its also called “Queen of the Arabian Sea”. Cochin is one the most developed metropolis in India. This city is fusion of different cultures and which look for experience even till date. Cochin will surely make you fall in love with Kerala once again.
Best time to Visit:
July (Beginning of monsoon) to April (Early Summer)
Tourist Attractions:
Fort Kochi, Vypeen Island, Vypeen Beach, Cherai Beach, Andhakaranzhi Beach, Marine Drive, Bolghatty Island, Guruvayoor, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. FrnacisChirch, Basilica of Santa Cruz, Thrikkara Temple, Kanjiramattam Masjid, Shri Guru Singh Sabha Gurudwara, Jewish Synagogue, Cochin Cultural Centre, Malayattoor, Mattancherry, Lulu Mall (Largest Mall in India), Kodannad Elephant Training Centre, Hill Palace Museum, Edappally Museum, Princess Street, Kerala Kathakali Centre, Vasco Da Gama Square
Nearest Airport:
Cochin International Airport
Nearest Railway Station:
Cochin Railway Junction
Whether:
Summer (March-June), Winter (July- September), Monsoon(October-February)
3. Munnar
Munnar is one of the most beautiful tourist places in Kerala. Located on the Western Ghats. Munnar is one the highest producers of tea on the India Subcontinent. The view of the hill touch the clouds that feel you and your soul enjoy the moment. Simply you cannot miss out Munnar while searching for the best destination in Kerala. Munnar is always making you crave for more.
Best Time to Visit:
Year-round destination
Tourist Attractions:
Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Pothamedu View Point, Anamudi, Blossom Park, Devikulam, Pallivasal, TATA Tea Museum, Vattavada, Attukal Waterfalls, Cheeyapara Waterfalls, Kundala Lake, Nyayamakad, Meesapulimala, Kolukkumalai, Lock-Hart Gap, Chithirapuram, Rajamala, Top Station, Marayoor Dolmens, Indo Swiss Diary Farm, Lite of Pi Church
Nearest Railway Station:
Ernakulam Junction (128km / 4hours)
Whether:
Summer (March-May), Winter (December-February), Monsoon (June- Sepetember)
4. Wayanad
One of the Main hills in the south and show off production of tea, coffee, cardamom, pepper and other spices. This place is famous with many natural marvels that’s a waterfalls, caves, lakes, dams and around the pound you may feel cool environmental to enjoy your holidays.
Best time to Visit:
Year-round destinations
Tourist Attractions:
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Banasura Sagar Dam, Chembra Peak, Soochipara Falls, Sentinel Rock Falls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Kuruva Island, Pookode Lake, Lakkidi, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Pakshipathalam, Edakkal Caves, SulthanBthery, Chain Tree
Nearest Airport:
Calicut International Airport (98km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Nilambur Railway Station (92km / 3hours)
Whether:
Summe (March – May), Winter (December – February), Monsoon (June – September)
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5. Kovalam
If you are a beach lover, you must visit place is kovalam beach. It’s seems like whether of Goa or other famous beach destination. This beach is surely making you fall in love with kerala to visit again. The view of sunset above the beach is mind blowing feel.
Best time to visit:
September (Monsoon End) to March (Beginning of Summer)
Tourist Attractions:
Vellayani Lake, Lighthouse Beach, Chowara Beach, Kovalam Beach, Hawah Beach, Samudra Beach, Shangumkham Beach, Neyyar Dam, Aruvikkara Dam, Edakallu, Karamana River, Halcyon Castle, Kovalam Art Gallery, Valiyathura Pier, Veli Tourist Village, Artificial Coral Reef, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Temple, Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Naiper Art Museum, Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Nearest Airport:
Tiruvandrum International Airport (16km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Tiruvandrum central Railway Station (13km)
Whether:
Summer (March – June), Winter (November – February), Monsoon (July – September)
6. Thekkady
The Home of God’s own country is Thekkady. You surely must visiting place in kerala is Thekkady. This place full of wear the green color in mother of nature and this also called ‘Spices Capital of Kerala’. One more place of Kerala is Periyar National Park in Thekkady will make sure different adventure experience of your trip.
Best time to Visit:
Winter (October to February)
Tourist Attrations:
Periyar National Park, Periyar Lake, Gavi, Kumily, Caramom Hills, Spring Valley Mountain, Pandikuzhi, Chellarkovil, Panchalimedu, Vandiperiyar, Grampi, Mangala Devi Temple.
Nearest Airport:
Madurai Airport (140km), Kochi International Airport (265km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Kottayam Railway Station (107km / 3 Hours)
Whether:
Summer (March – May), winter (October – February), Monsoon (June – September)
7. Kozhikode
You may call this metropolis ‘City of Spices’, ‘City of Truth’, or ‘City of Sculpture’. Alright, you can’t describe this vibe and beauty of city enough. This place located on the Malabar Coast and this attractive tourist spot is best treat to visitors.
Best time to visit:
July to April
Tourist Attractions:
Kappad Beach, Kozhikode Beach, Beypore Beach, Kozhippara Falls, Thusharagiri Falls, Thikkoti Lighthouse, Kadalundi, Tali Temple, Lion’s Park, Kalipoyika, Mananchira Square, Krishna Menon Museum, Peruvannamuzhi Dam
Nearest Airport:
Calicut International Airport (28km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Kozhikode Railway Station
Weather:
Summer (April – May), winter (October – March), Monsoon (July – September
8. Palakkad
Palakkad is the ‘Gateway to Kerala’ and it is truly feel like paradise. Natural lovers mostly admire this place. Full of palakkad filled with traditions, cultures, arts & music and major one Malabar style of living is surely feel like natural treasure in Kerala.
Best Time to Visit:
July (Mid-Monsoon) to March (Winter End)
Tourist Attractions:
Palakkad Fort, Silent Valley National Park, Parambikulam Wild Life Sanctuary, Mayiladumpara Peacock Sanctuary, Malampuzha Dam and Gardens, Attappadi, Kava View Point, Rock Garden, Siruvani Reservoir, Kanjirapuzha Reservoir, Dhoni Forest (Trekking), Kalpathy Heritage Village and Temple Complex, Nelliyampathy Hills, Pothundi Dam and Reservoir, Mangalam Dam, Tipu’s Fort, ThiruvalathurRandu Moorthy Temple, Jain Temple, Vadakkanthara Temple, Manapullikaavu, KalpathyAgraharam and Vishwanathaswamy Temple, KumarapuramTemple, EmoorBhagavathyTemple, Thiruvalathoor Shiva Temple,
Nearest Airport:
Peelamedu Airport (Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) (43km), Kochi International Airport (96km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Palakkad Junction (Broad Gauge Line), Palakkad Town Railway Station (Narrow Gauge Line)
Weather:
Summer (February – May), Winter (November – March), Monsoon (June – October)
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9. Thrissur
This city previously called Capital Kingdom Of Cochin and its currently called ‘Cultural Capital of Kerala’. If you are the traditional lover you can see the culture value and rich traditions are followed by Kerala people. During festival you may visit this place you will find the entire culture of Thrissur.
Best Time to Visit:
Year-round Destination / April to May (Thrissur Pooram is celebrated)
Tourist Attractions:
Chavakkad Beach, Nattika Beach, Vatanappally Beach, Athirapally Waterfalls, Guruvayoor, Peechi Dam, Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Thrisuur Zoo, Chimmony Wildlife Sanctuary, Chimmony Dam, Thrissur Pooram, Archaeological Museum, PunnathurKotta, Sri Maheswara Temple, Lourdes Cathedral, Marth Mariam Church, Vaddakunathan Temple, Thiruvambadi Sri Krishna Temple, Dolours Basilica, ParamekkavuBhagavathy Temple, Arattupuzha Temple
Nearest Airport:
Kochi International Airport (67km)
Nearest Railway Station:
Thrissur Railway Station
Weather:
Summer (March – May), Winter (December – February), Monsoon (June – September)
10. Varakala
One of the beautiful and charming place in Kerala is Varakala. If you planned trip for Kerala please must visit and feel the excellent aura of Kerala. This is already famous for Janardana Swami Temple that dates back at 2000 years. Make sure your Kerala trip was fulfilled with this place essence of Kerala and add some fragrance.
Best Time to Visit:
Year-round Destination
Tourist Attractions:
Paragliding, Varkala Beach, Thiruvambadi Beach, Edava Beach, Kappil Beach, Papanasam Beach, 590 Cliff, Anjengo Fort, Sivagiri Mutt, Janardhanaswamy Temple, Ponnumthuruthu Island, Varkala Tunnel, Vishnu Temple, Varkala Aquarium, KaduvayilJuma Masjid, Varkala Lighthouse.
Nearest Airport:
Trivandrum International Airport (36km)
Nearest Railway Station:
VarkalaSivagiri Railway Station
Weather:
Summer (April – June), Winter (October – March), Monsoon