THINGS TO DO IN KERALA FOR THE FIRST TIME VISITORS!
There are so many tourist attractions around the world, but
Kerala is one such place that every tourist want to hit. Kerala receives swarms
of visitors every year because unlike other tourist destinations that are
seasonal, Kerala is a unique place that has something for every type of
travelers and can be visited throughout the year. It is its vivid natural
beauty, rich culture, well-preserved tradition, humble lifestyle and the warmth
of the Kerala hospitality that makes Kerala an incredible place to visit.
Undoubtedly, its pristine beauty, generous nature and unmatched hospitality of
the Keralites will be etched in your memory for a long time. For the first time
visitors, Kerala awaits you with a bundle of surprises and the beautiful
moments it offers will leave you with a yearning to visit Kerala again and
again.
Nature's miracle in the form of glittering backwaters,
stunning beaches, romantic hill stations, and dazzling waterfalls makes Kerala
the most beautiful place on the earth. Kerala caters to the interest of
everyone, no matter what type of travel aficionado you are, a backpacker,
picnicker, nature lover, art lover, wildlife enthusiast, adventure freak,
honeymoon couples or even foodies under one umbrella. There are a lot of things
to do in Kerala to make your trip a memorable one. Following are some of the
things to do in Kerala for the first time visitors:-
Nothing is as fascinating as a Houseboat cruise through the
backwaters of Kerala. It is an ideal retreat for the first time visitors. The
sight of palm groves that sway as the wind blows, flocks of ducks swimming in
the backwaters, fishermen going about their daily catch, village lads playing
near their houses, are some of the usual scenes of the villages but completely
a different experience for the tourists. As you cruise, you will also come
across ancient temples, village markets, toddy shops, Ayurveda centres etc. The
houseboat halt near the village markets and toddy shops from where you can buy
toddy and local products. The local delicacies of Kerala that is served on the
Houseboat is another thing you will enjoy during your cruise.
Take a walk along the rural villages to discover what
exactly Kerala is. You can witness nature in its utmost glory in the villages
of Kerala. The lush green carpet of paddy fields and the sparkling emerald
backwaters adorns the villages. One can spend some time fishing, canoeing, and
mingle with the villagers. The kind-hearted people of the villages will
undoubtedly steal your heart. Exploring the village life of Kerala provides a
wealth of experiences never forgotten.
3) Bird Watching
If you love birdwatching, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a must
visit during your trip to Kerala. You can find numerous migratory birds between
the months of November and February. Here you will get a rare opportunity of
bird watching while you cruise the Kumarakom backwaters. Egret, Siberian Crane,
heron are some of the exotic birds found here.
4) Trekking the spice
plantations
The beautiful hill stations of Kerala like Munnar, Thekkady
and Wayanad are blanketed with lush green spice plantations. Tea, coffee, and
spices like black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon etc are grown in abundant here.
Trekking through these plantations and breathing in the spice-scented air is a
soul-soothing experience.
5) Nature and
wildlife tour
For nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, a lot of
activities are provided in Kerala. With rich biodiversity and great scenic beauty,
Kerala is blessed with a number of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. It
offers an amazing experience that makes you get closer to nature and the sight
of various wildlife species moving freely in their natural habitat is truly
stunning.
6) Get amazed at the
waterfalls
There are many breathtaking waterfalls in Kerala to amaze
you at. But the most popular one is the Athirapally waterfall which is 8 feet
tall, known as the Niagara Falls of India. It is so amazing that it will leave
you in awe. Enjoy the cool breeze and the lovely music created by the
waterfalls.
7) Beach tour
There are as many beaches in Kerala for the beach bums to
explore. Watch the mesmerizing sunrise and mind-blowing sunset at the beaches
of Kerala, a perfect sight to witness and capture in your camera. Stroll around
or engage in beach activities or just sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of
the beaches in Kerala.
8) Explore the Kerala
culture through Kathakali and Kalaripayattu
The traditional art forms of Kerala like Kathakali and
Kalaripayattu unveils the rich culture and heritage of Kerala. The colourful
makeup, embellished costumes, red bloodshot eyes, extremely detailed
expressions, brilliant body movements and foretelling the mythological stories
with playback music and complementary percussion will mesmerize you a lot. The
traditional martial art form of Kerala, the Kalaripayattu is entertaining and
especially exciting. The experts performing Kalaripayattu using various sharp
weapons and sticks is obviously a fascinating experience.
9) Exciting snake
boat race
Rowers clothed in traditional and colourful costumes and
rowing the multicolored snake boats enthusiastically to win the race is a truly
a colourful event to behold. The race fills the whole environment with energy
and enthusiasm of people encouraging their particular teams. Among the other
snake boat races, Nehru Trophy Boat Race is the most popular one.
10) Admire the
architectural marvels
Brilliantly architectured temples, churches, mosques, and
palaces add to the architectural marvels of Kerala. If you are an architecture
lover, then Fort Kochi is a good start. Arabs, British, Dutch, Chinese, and
Portuguese had great influence on the architecture of various monuments in Fort
Kochi that are so admirable.
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