Kerala is one of the most beautiful states in Southern India, with 14 districts and Thiruvananthapuram as its capital. Its total population (2020) is around 38,670,122. Kerala is well known for its captivating cities, which are a centre of attraction in India for tourists worldwide. 

Apart from this, the Hindu religion is the most prominent in Kerala; Hindu theories have an artistic touch in every bit of Kerala. But now, other religions like Islam and Christianity are alsooccupies a prominent place here. Other than this, some of the most famous sites and tourist places in Kerala are discussed in this article.

Famous Sites of Kerala

Let us learn about the famous sites of Kerala one by one in detail.

1. Alleppey 

  • Alleppey is considered to be the ideal place for tourists in Kerala. The most famous activities here are houseboats and backwater trips, and their beauty fascinates many people.
  • People visiting Alleppey can do many exciting things here, like a bonfire, shopping, seeing the mesmerising sunrise and sunset, visiting beaches, temples, etc.
  • Also, tourists can visit places like Marari Beach, Alappuzha Beach, Bird Sanctuary, and Krishna Temple. People mostly visit here between September and May, as it is the perfect time to come to Alleppey.

2. Munnar

  • Munnar is one of the best hill stations for couples to enjoy their honeymoon period. It attracts many newly married couples as this place has bungalows, elegant resorts, and hostels at an affordable price.
  • Also, people worldwide come here to see the enchanting beauty of this hill station as it has greenery all over, foggy ravines, and low-flying clouds.
  • Additionally, people in Munnar can go camping, trekking, visit national parks, TATA Tea Museum, Attukal Waterfalls, Marayoor Dolmens, explore various resorts and hotels, and the couples can spend quality time. The ideal time to visit Munnar is between October to March.

3. Thekkady

  • Thekkady is undoubtedly the best forest in Kerala as it has the rarest species of animals like Tigers, Malabar Civet, Gaur, Indian Leopard, Vaquita, Teals, Terns, etc.
  • The Bengal Tiger, Sloth Bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Elephants, Musk Deer, and Gulls are tourists’ most loved animals in Kerala. Thekkady has the most beautiful wildlife with substantial beauty.
  • Tourists who come here can enjoy their time by doing rafting, trekking, exploring the wildlife, boating, and touring the forest.
  • Moreover, the best time to visit this place is November- May and most probably 1-2 days are sufficient to take a tour of this place.

4. Kovalam

  • Kovalam is the centre of attraction in Kerala as it houses the most elegant beach in Kerala. Also, Kovalam is known as a party place for tourists; in other words, New year’s parties or any special celebration is done here because its beauty is too fascinating.
  • For people who like beaches, this is one of the best places for them.
  • Along with this, people visit here to get good massages and enjoy water sports events.
  • The Ayurvedic treatment of Kovalam is very popular. Tourists worldwide come to Kovalam to enjoy all of this.
  • Here, tourists can take a quick tour of admirable places such as Vellayani Lake, castles, Rock Cut Caves, The Lighthouse, Samudra Beach, etc.
  • Also, the most suitable time to visit this beautiful beach is between September to April.

5.Kozhikode

  • Kozhikode is considered the commercial city of Kerala. It is well known for its academic institutions, architecture, cultural activities, and British and Dutch history, among other things.
  • In addition to this, it is prominent for its tempting and delicious delicacies with exotic spices.
  • Many people specially visit here for shopping and also to try the tasty food of Kozhikode.
  • Tourists can also explore many waterfalls, Beaches, Canal roads, and tali temples.

Conclusion

In the article, we introduced Kerala and discussed Kerala’s five most famous sites, i.e. Alleppey, Munnar Thekkady, Kovalam, and Kozhikode. Under this section, we have mentioned the ideal time to visit these places, what all these places are famous for, what tourists can do here in their free time, and the speciality of every destination.

Also, according to the reports, the Hindu religion is the most prominent in Kerala. On the other hand, Islam is the fastest-growing religion in Kerala.