An authentic online resource of travel information about the southern
Indian state of Kerala, tourist attractions in the state, activities to do
and hotels and resorts for an exotic holiday in Kerala. Also enjoy some
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Covering a total area of 10,336 sq km, the forests of
Kerala lie on the western slopes of the Western Ghats. Out of this 2,395.4
sq km has been converted into wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in
Kerala.
Rising to an average altitude of 1,520 m, the hill
stations of Kerala are located in the highland areas of the Western Ghats.
Tropical rain forests at these places are home to a rich variety of flora
and fauna.
The backwaters of Kerala are in actuality a maze of
brackish lagoons and lakes that lie parallel to the Arabian Sea. This
intricate network of canals, rivers and lakes make up over 900 km of
waterways.
Kerala beaches extend over an area of around 550 km along
the Arabian Sea coastline. The long coastline is a window to the heady mix
of culture, life and traditions in the state. There is truly a lot to
explore.
A time-tested system of Indian medicine, Ayurveda is
practised will all the dedication and committment in Kerala. Ayurvedic
experts and practitioners provide cure to a number of ailments and diseases.