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The name Kerala is derived from the term 'Kera' which means coconut. The ancient legend claims that Kerala is the landmass created and gifted by Lord Parasurama when he threw his battle axe into the sea. Kerala consists of fourteen districts, with Thiruvananthapuram as its Capital.

Kerala continues to be a primary source of spices such as ginger, cinnamon, cardamom and pepper as well as ivory and teak. Often referred to as 'God's own country', Kerala is a fertile strip of land that lies on the southwest coast of India. Kerala tourism has come into its own as Kerala has become an international tourist destination, for those seeking the idyllic backwaters, magnificent hill stations or ayurvedic relief from stress.

Backwaters of Kerala
Kerala has a number of backwaters, canals, lagoons, lakes and rivers, which are a major tourist attraction. The palm fringed tranquil backwaters were once the State's trade highways. Journeying across the backwaters can be one of the most memorable and unique experiences for tourists to Kerala. There are shallow palm fringed boats to travel across the backwaters.

• Kuttanad region which is called the rice bowl of Kerala
• Vembanad Lake reputed for Kumarakom backwaters, which is the largest backwater stretch
• Ashtamudi Lake that has eight arms covering a major portion of Kollam dist Alappuzha, which is one of the major centers for backwater boat trips.

Alappuzha (alleppey) is a palm fringed canals, lazy lagoons and water locked towns have made Alleppey one of the best backwater tourist destinations of Kerala, truly God's own country. The backwaters of Alleppey are also home for diverse animal and bird life. Built in the 9th century AD, Alleppey (Alappuzha) lies on the edge of the Ashtamudi Lake. Often called the 'Venice of the East' by travelers across the world, this town enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala. alleppey is the world's premier supplier of coir.

Alleppey lies flanked by the Arabian Sea on the west, Kottayam on the east, Kollam on the south and Ernakulam on the north. It has a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers.

• Alleppey Beach

• Krishnapuram Palace

• Ambalapuzha Temple

• Kanakakkunnu Palace

• Alleppey Wildlife Sanctuary

Munnar is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State. Gifted with sprawling tea plantations, winding lanes, exotic trekking locales, mesmerizing greenery and cool weather, Munnar offers plenty of comfortable holiday facility with deluxe resorts for honeymooners and foreign tourist.

Once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India, Munnar is situated at an altitude of 5000 to 8000 ft above the sea level at the confluence of the three mountain streams namely Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala. Hence the name 'Munnar' taken from the Tamil terminology 'Munnu' which means 'three' and 'aar' which means 'river'.

• Mattupetty

• Devikulam

• Rajamalai

• Chinnar wild life sanctuary

• The Blossom International Park

• Ervikulam National Park

• Attukal waterfalls and rolling hills

• Nayamkad - scintillating waterfalls

• Chithirapuram

 Thekkady with its panoramic views of nature, is a popular tourist destination in the state of Kerala. The landscape is dominated by the wildlife 

 sanctuary, low lying hills and plantation lands. The nature has a good hold on the lands in Thekkady. The wildlife sanctuary that lies sprawling here is 

 one of the largest in India.

 The boat safari on the Periyar lake exposes one to the realms of natures and provides a chance to spot the wildlife in its natural habitat. For a clean and

 green place there is Thekkady.

• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

• Periyar Lake

• Kumily

• Nature and Bird Watching Treks

  Kovalam is a place where gently curving beach is wooed by the blue waters of the Arabian Sea. Kovalam also offers you a wide choice of water

  sports- a feature that makes it distinct from the rest of Indian destinations.  While visiting Kovalam, don't forget to visit the following destinations:

• Thangassery

• Thirumullavuram

• Ariankavu, Palaruvi