The travelers around the world look for outstanding places as their tour destinations. And what could be more outstanding than the ones recognized among the top paradises on the earth. One good example is Kerala, the south western state of India. Emerging as a tourist destination after the 1980's, the state is at present a niche holiday destination of the country. The key attractions of Kerala, for which, the state is widely preferred as a holiday destination, can be over viewed.
Key Attractions of Kerala
While the Arabian Sea runs through the western flank of the state, the coastline of 580 kilometers contains various sandy beaches. Kovalam Beach, being the first to attract the tourists among the beaches in the state, is evidently the most known. Other mentionable names are Kappad Alappuzha Beach, Cherai Beach, Nattika beach, beypore beach, Calicut beach, Marari beach, and Vadanappilly beach, Muzhappilangad Beach, Varkala and Fort Kochi.
The backwaters and the hill stations are also other of the key attractions in Kerala. The highly pleasing views in the hill stations have earned the state the nickname of “God's own country”. The popular hill stations are Vagamon, Munnar, Wayanad, Peermade, Nelliyampathi and Ponmudi. Also, due to the highland deciduous forest, wet and semi evergreen forests, and the humid tropical climate, the wildlife of Kerala is definitely another attraction.
Other Attractions in the State
There are numerous religious festivals held in the state. Kerala also hosts a world full of art and culture. For the enhancement of tourism in the state, the government has even taken one step ahead to start the Grand Kerala Shopping Festival in 2007. Conducted in between the time period of December and January, the festival has already become a hit.
The medicine types such as Siddha and Ayurveda pull many foreign and domestic tourists. This has even led to the government preparing for a grading system for the medical institutes in the state, so that the tourists can easily select one in case of medical emergencies.
Expansion of the Tourism Industry in Kerala
The expansion of the tourism aspects is the result of proper advertisements and events. The tourists, who have already been fond of the state, have gone forward to share their literary contents, videos and images on the social sites and other websites. Also, the state have already earned awards for hosting ad campaigns, which are recognized for being market focused and innovative. For further pulling the tourists, the government is into arranging for events as well. With high investments, the state has experienced great success in the events. An annual event named International Coir Fest takes the upper hand to promote tourism and coir industries of the state.
Conclusion
Kerala has earned both domestic and international awards and nominations for the initiatives in enhancing the tourism aspects. It goes without saying that it will be great to go for an exotic Kerala tour while hiring a branded car. The tourism industry well justifies the assets of nature that the state beholds.
Martin Wynn
