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KERALA
 Kerala, state in southwestern India, bordered on the north by Karnātaka state, on the east by Tamil Nādu state, and on the south and west by the Arabian Sea. Kerala covers an area of 38,864 sq km. The state capital is Thiruvananthapuram (also known as Trivandrum). About 60 percent of Kerala's population is Hindu; about 20 percent, Christian; and about 20 percent, Muslim.
The official language is Malayalam, a Dravidian language.
Kerala , the fastest emerging tourist destination, is the land of our dreams.Her beauty pampers you into an eternel trance. Her exerberate subjects you to a subline catharsis. Natural Geography Traveller has placarded that Kerala is one of the world best tourist destination . Kerala enjoys unique geographic features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destination in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill station and exotic wildlife, waterfalls, Ayurvedic health, holidays, Enchanting art forms, Magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine...All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, everyone of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.
Kerala is situtated between 8"18' - 12"48'N (latitude) and 74"52' - 77"24'E (longitude). Though Kerala is situated in the Torrid Zone it enjoys a moderate climate.
Area - 38863 sq km.
Sea coast - 580 km
Boundaries - East: The Sahya Mountain Ranges ; West: The Arabian Sea; North: Karnataka State and South: Cape comerin (Tamil Nadu)
There are 44 rivers. Out of which 41 rivers flow to West and 3 flow to East. Kerala is a land of mountains, hills, plains. sea coasts, backwaters, lakes, rivers, streams, paddy fields, tea groves, cardamom groves, coffee groves and rubber plantations etc.
Backwaters: Vembanattu Kayal, Ashtamudi Kayal, Velli, Kadimakulam, Anchuthengu.Idava, Nadayara, Paravoor, Kayamkulam and Kodungallur Lake: Sasthamkotta (4sq km).
Climate:
Based on temperature and rainfall the seasons are divided into four:
1.Cold Weather Season - This season extends from December to February. In this period there is moderate temperature in the day and cold condtions at night.
2. Hot Weather Season - From March to June.
3. South West Monsoon - This season is experienced in June, July, August. Extensive rainfall is its special. Floods may occur.
4. North East Monsson - September, October and November. Rain with Lightning and Thunder is common. Cyclones may occur.
The Arab who traded with India used the seasonal winds for calling their ships. They called these winds "MOUSIM" which means season. The term monsoon as evolved from Mousim.
Traditional India Seasons:
a. Shishiram - January and February
b. Vasantham - March and April
c. Grishmam - May and June
d. Varsham - July and August
e. Sharath - September and October
f. Hemantham - November and December
GOVERNMENT TOURISM PROMOTION
The Dept. of Tourism, under the Ministry of Tourism, deals with all the matters in connection with tourism. The Govt. has taken various steps to promote this industry.
The visitors can contact: The Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park view, Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala, India - 695 033 for further informations.
Kerala Government Tourism Website : www.keralatourism.org
KERALA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (KTDC)
It is a Kerala Government undertaking, under the control of Kerala government. It has regional offices at district centres. It provides best services to the guests. It operates premium and budget hotels for the tourists.It provides guidance and boating facilities to the visitors.
NAME AND PLACE OF HOTELS UNDER KTDC
1. CASCOT HOTEL, THIRUVANANDHAPURAM
2. SMUDRA, KOVALAM, THIRUVANANDHAPURAM
3. WATER SCAPES, KUMARAKOM. KOTTAYAM
4. ARANYA NIVAS, THEKKADY, IDUKKI
5. LAKE PALACE, THEKKADY, IDUKKI
6. TEA COUNTY, MUNNAR, IDUKKI
7. BOLGATTY PALACE, KOCHI
8. BOLGATTY ISLAND RESORT, KOCHI
There are also Motels under KTDC.
In private sectors OBROI, TAJ groups provide accommodation facilities to tourists.Kerala health model is internationally recognised and is upheld by the World Health Organisation as a model before the developing countries.District and Panchayat authorities are always ready to give assistance to the tourists.
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