Rich
biodiversity and cultural differences are part of the wonderland called
Kerala. The Kerala tourism model always
has something for everyone. If you are a
cultural enthusiast, an adventure seeker, a nature enthusiast or having any
type of hobby, your will certainly find options to enjoy that to the fullest.
To walk
through the rich marine and natural vegetative biodiversity, a ride through the
numerous lagoons, lakes and the backwaters will give you a first impression of
the immense range of different varieties of plant and animal life. A stay in the houseboat will offer a
different experience. Even when riding
in the houseboat your strained nerves will be set right by the wide varieties
of different massage options. Sunbathers
and stargazers will never be disappointed because the houseboats allow rooftop
travel as well.
In
Kerala holidays can be fruitfully spent by visiting the
historical places, unwinding at the health resorts and all tour packages come
packed with so much at such a short span of time. The evenings are mostly set apart for
cultural events. A unique art form that
originated from Kerala is ‘Kathakali’.
In this unique art form a story is played out through a mix of song,
action and dance. Certain other cultural
forms allow the participation of both men and women.
Another
interesting experience not available anywhere else is the ‘elephant ride’. You can ride in all majesty atop the largest
living animal on earth. Even though the
African elephant is larger in size than an Indian elephant, it is not easily
domesticated. On the other hand the
Indian elephant is a docile animal willing to obey any diktat from its
master. A major part of the forests in
Kerala have survived because by using these huge animals logging could be done
without damaging the immediate environment by the use of heavy logging
machinery. Logging is a destructive
affair in many other parts of the world.
Unique awe
inspiring sights await a budding visitor, and the camera lenses will have to
work overtime in this ‘God’s Own Country’.
A tourism brochure can only give a minor view whereas the real truth can
be experienced only through a personal visit.
