Introduction:
Kerala is a microcosm of the Indian sub continent. With all the major religions, languages, cuisine, varied cultures, ancient systems of medicine, undulating topography and a chequered history of spice trade and colonialism .
A multicultural society that boasts of a social health index comparable to western nations; indigenous, colourful art and ritual dances from Kathakali to Kalaripayattu and Theyyam; the ancient system of medicine, Ayurveda; its unique, winding waterways known as `backwaters’; its damp paddy fields lower than sea level; its forests home to some of the rarest wildlife and plant species; its verdant, clean beaches - all these have earned Kerala the sobriquet, `God’s own country’.
Known for its lush greenery, exotic locales, tranquil backwaters, golden sandy beaches and amazing cultural set up, Kerala is indeed a place to be. Referred to as “God’s Own Country”, Kerala is indeed an experience you will love to remember for life.
Kerala is probably the greenest place you will ever see. The coconut palms, the red tilted houses, the innumerable lakes and beaches will be a long lasting impressions to any visitor. The colorful festivals like ONAM & VISHU, various types dances like Kathakali, Kaikottikali, Mohiniyattom and Koodiyattam, martial arts like Kalaripayattu and wildlife sanctuaries are the other attractions. Ayurveda the 3000 year old system of medicine (recognized by World Health Organization as a system of alternative medicine), is becoming very popular all over the world. Kerala is a very attractive tourist place Asia. The National Geographic Magazine recently rated Kerala as one of the "Fifty Places of a Lifetime" and describes it as "Paradise Found"
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