Hills, mountains, forests, waterfalls, and the unavoidable fog and cold … There are more places in Wayanad waiting to climb the tourist map than places where tourists set foot. Cheengeri Hill is a new destination for the tourists of Wayanad who are looking forward to a new look at every sight. Not only in form […]
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No fog and no offroad! Only soothing views, Athiramala is crazy!
08
Apr
Apr
Needless to say, this place does not claim to be as snowy, cold, foggy, or off-road as it has always been a hit with tourists, but it does have a lot to offer to tourists. This is about Athiramala. Athiramala is multi-colored greenery with no compromise on greenery. There is much here to make a […]
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Japanese cherry trees bloom prematurely, the first in 1200 years
05
Apr
Apr
This is the first time in 1200 years that Japanese cherry trees have bloomed so early. Sakura is the most popular cherry blossom in Japan. The cherry spring season is usually in full swing in mid – April. But on March 26 this year, the cherry blossoms bloomed in Kyoto. March 26, 10 days faster […]
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Janakikad ; a green canopy in the verdant landscape to rejuvenate and recharge in summers
29
Mar
Mar
Were you ever sapped of all your energy by the blistering heat of summer? Have you ever looked to retreat into a verdant landscape and rejuvenate yourself when bogged down by the dry and arid summer landscape? Well then Janakikad is the destination where you can unwind yourself. Situated 7 km from Kuttiyadi, Janakikad comes […]
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Kerala Virtual Tour ; Vote for your favorite destination to win a free holiday in Kerala
23
Mar
Mar
Bewitching sunsets, soul-soothing greenery, quiet backwaters, vibrant culture… Yes, Kerala is truly magical but God’s Own Country would never be complete without you – the travellers across the globe. Kerala Holidays, in a unique attempt, gives you an opportunity to explore the State’s top destinations virtually. To explore your favourite destination in Kerala, cast your […]
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Madayipara- The Unheard Laterite Hillock of Kerala
06
Mar
Mar
An hour’s drive from Kannur lies a hidden hillock that boasts of some of the rarest floral species in God’s Own Country. Welcome to Madayipara, home to over 500 plant species, 300 flowering plants, and rare breeds of butterflies. Drive down here and the locals will inform you of the seasonal beauties at this laterite […]
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Exploring Connolly’s Plot at Nilambur, Kerala
03
Mar
Mar
Like those precious gems hidden away under the ocean and upon the mountains, some of the beautiful places in the state are still stashed away in deep folds of nature, and you’d have to walk a bit of ground to get to it. Conolly’s Plot is one such place a nature lover must explore someday. […]
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Exploring the Danube Delta
23
Feb
Feb
The mighty Danube River flows 1,788 miles from its springs in Germany’s Black Forest to the Black Sea. Just before reaching the sea, it forms the second largest and best-preserved of Europe’s deltas: 2,200 square miles of rivers, canals, marshes, tree-fringed lakes, and reed islands. The Danube Delta is a wildlife enthusiast’s (especially a bird […]
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Malanad-Malabar River Cruise all set to change the face of Kerala Tourism
12
Feb
Feb
Tourists visiting Kerala will soon be able to enjoy a river cruise like never before. Kerala Tourism is launching the pioneering Malanad-Malabar River Cruise on 15 February next week, which features 11 types of boat rides that provide individual thematic experiences and attracts tourists to the state’s less-explored areas. The inaugural cruise boat will enter the waters […]
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Enjoy ultimate farming experience at Thejaswini Eco Farm in Cherupuzha
26
Jun
Jun
Want to escape from the busy schedules of your life and enjoy some peaceful and serene farm experience? Then Thejaswini Eco Farm at Cherupuzha in Kannur district, north of Kerala, should be in your plans when you think about a holiday next time. You will get a chance to have a wonderful farming experience here […]
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Pambadumshola National Park – Our green on the “parched”
25
Mar
Mar
….Once upon, as all the stories gears up, here is a story of a grassland! When the greedy minds multiplied, they wandered searching of plots to wreck the good and create what benefits them the most! They cut the grasses, they implanted wattles, synonym to weed! The wattle trees, literally ruled, swallowing the last drop […]
19
Feb
Feb
KJ Alphons, Union Minister for Tourism has inaugurated the project ‘Development of Eco Circuit: Pathanamthitta – Gavi – Vagamon – Thekkady’ under the Swadesh Darshan scheme of Ministry of Tourism at Vagamon, Kerala on 17th February 2019. Kerala Electricity Ministry MM Mani, Perumedu MLA Bijimol and other officials from the tourism and local administration were […]
16
Feb
Feb
Those who look for a bit of silence and to be free from the hustles of the city life can opt for a retreat to the bamboo hut near the Thattekkadu Bird Sanctuary. The hut, an initiative by three friends- Sudheesh Thattekkad, Shalini Binu and Noby Paulose- is completely made of Bamboo, with palm leaf […]
12
Feb
Feb
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) in association with Malshej Ghat MTDC Resort, Junnar is organizing a four-day ‘Junnar Grape Festival’ in Galegaon village from February 16 February 2019. Junnar taluka is a taluka (subdivision) of the Pune district in Maharashtra. It is northernmost taluka of the District.The area is well known for two of the […]
04
Feb
Feb
Kerala’s Responsible Tourism Mission has been changing the perspective of tourism in the state. The mission’s new venture PEPPER (Participation for Planning and Empowerment through Responsible Tourism), envisages preserving the ecology, while ensuring sustainable development in the village areas. The first phase of PEPPER has kick started in the Peringamala grama panchayat in Thiruvananthapuram district. […]