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Vacation In Kerala

Vacation in Kerala

‘God’s own country’ Kerala is a very tourist friendly state of India. This lush green state is positioned between Arabian sea and Western ghats. Backwaters beaches waterfalls paddy fields and hill stations add to the beauty of this majestic state. There are around network of 44 rivers crisscrossing through this state. The scenic beauty of this land cannot be captured in words and can only be experience after visiting Kerala. In the recent year this state has emerged as the most attractive tourist destination of India. Everything about Kerala is so refreshing and enticing. Ever admirable palm and coconut trees have swarm this piece of land.

Kerala is the highest literate state of India with around 94 literary rate. Major population of state can speak basic English which help tourists to interact in better way with local population. This state was formed in the year 1956 after merging princely states of Travancore and Cochin with Malabar. Kerala offers some of the most eye catching travel attractions. This state is specially haven for the newly wed honeymoon couples. Various exotic destinations of state draw large number of visitors each year. Best thing about the various tourist destinations of Kerala is that all of them are located within few kilometers away from each other. While being in Kerala visitors can try out different type of vacations.

Beach Vacation

Very often it has been proved that visitors experience a sense of peace in mind and soul while strolling near the sea shore. The calm breeze and sensuous sound of sea touches your heart and soul. Kerala has some of the most sizzling exotic beaches. It has long 900 km magnificent coastline dotted with beautiful palm and coconut trees. There are lot of greenery around these beaches. Numerous resorts and Ayurveda parlours located in these beaches are an added attractions.

Some of the popular beaches of Kerala are Kovalam Poovar Varkala Alappuzha etc. Kovalam is a very popular beach which is constantly frequented by the visitors. This beach has been divided into two parts known as Eve’s beach and Lighthouse beach. Tourists can try out various activities like sunbathing swimming and Ayurvedic massages in numerous parlors located at the Kovalam beach. A long walk along the beach and witnessing magical sunset is something tourists would love to remember forever. Another popular beach of state is Allappuzha. It is a spectacular long sandy beach with presence of dense palm grooves in one end.

Backwaters Vacation

Backwaters of Kerala is the ultimate travel destination of the state. It stretches around the area of 1900 km. Lagoons lakes and fresh water river have together formed backwaters. As houseboats slowly drift along the backwater visitors can hear the soothing sound of water. The house boat cruise in backwater will take visitors through magnificent countryside pulsating palm trees and greenery paddy fields. Cruising in this houseboat tourists can forget everything and be lost in the charm backwaters of Kerala.

Some of the popular backwater destinations of state are Cochin Alappuzha Kottayam Kollam etc. Of them Alappuzha is the most popular backwater destination. Most of the backwater cruises start or end here. It is surrounded by waterways and canals and lot of greenery along the backwaters. It is a refreshing sight to watch so much of natural beauty in the backwaters of Alappuzha. Backwater is the best place for leisure vacation. Most of the house boats are well equipped with all the basic modern facilities.

Hill Station Vacation

Away from the hasslebustle of city life hill stations of Kerala is the best place to relax and be in the cozy comfort of nature. These exotic hill stations are quite rich in biodiversity and wild life. Green forest surrounds these hill stations. The soothing climate and calm atmosphere will for sure make you forget all your problem. Apart from being the magnetic travel destination these hill stations are source of famous spices and tea powder.

Famous hill stations of state are Munnar Waynad Idukki Ponmudi Devikulum etc. Munnar is the most popular hill station of Kerala. Various tea estates add to the scenic beauty of Munnar. Many waterfalls lakes and streams lie in the green hill slopes of Western Ghats in Munnar. Major part of the green hills of Kerala are covered with tea garden and spice plantations. Munnar is also best place for adventure tourism. Tourists can try trekking camping bird watching rock climbing and hang gliding. Tourists can sit down near the lake and stream and go fishing whole day.

Wild Life Vacation

Kerala is home to incredible number of wild animals. This state boasts of rich wild life and many species of rare animal are found here. Most of these majestic animals are confined in the various wild life sanctuaries of the state. These wild life sanctuaries offer a great opportunity to the tourists to explore wild animals in their natural best. Today these sanctuaries have become one of the major tourist attraction of the Kerala.

Periyar wild life sanctuary is the most popular wild life sanctuary of state. There is a scenic lake located in the heart of this wild life sanctuary. Visitors can sight different animals moving around this lake to drink water. Even though this wild life sanctuary is basically a tiger reserve numerous other animals like elephant gaur wild pigs sambar etc are found here. Elephant safari in Periyar is very popular activity which visitors can try. Other popular wild life sanctuaries of state are Idukki wild life sanctuary Silent valley national park Thattekad bird sanctuary and Nagarhole wild life sanctuary.

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Tiger Tours Of India

For the wildlife enthusiasts India is a paradise. With one of the largest wildlife bases in the world India offers a diverse and mesmerizing wildlife. Hordes of travelers and wildlife lovers travel to India to explore its rich treasure of flora and fauna which in themselves are discoveries. Making a wildlife tour to India is never a problem thanks to numerous tour operators and online travel sites which offer a range of wildlife jaunts from tiger tours to bird watching to elephant safari to jeep safari. No matter which tour you opt you will experience and witness unimaginable varieties of flora and fauna. Guaranteed!

Indian tiger is most charismatic and majestic animal attracting thousands of visitors to tiger reserves and national parks. Indian tiger seems to be ubiquitous creature in the national parks and sanctuaries as it is seen almost everywhere. There are around 500 sanctuaries and 80 national parks in India. But there are famous ones: Corbett National Park Ranthambore Keoladeo Kanha and Gir to name a few.

Apart from tiger one is bound to have a tryst with nature and a variety of flora and fauna. There is roughly 14 world’s bird population dwelling in India with around 1200 bird species.

India. There are a myriad of plants and creatures which have become extinct or near extinct in other parts of the world but they found in India.

Jeep safari is a perfect way to watch majestic tigers up close. For the rough terrain of Indian jungles jeeps are ideal vehicles to maneuver. Several agencies organize jeep safari on tiger tours in Ranthambore Corbett and Gir. The famous Asiatic lion is also found in Gir sanctuary. There are around 150 Asiatic lions in the sanctuary. This is a commendable number considering that in the early 19th century only 20 lions had survived.

With a range of accommodation options from comfortable to luxury to budget the tiger tours enthusiasts can have an experience of a lifetime in India. Come visit India for a roaring vacation for a tiger tour!

About the writer:  The author is associated with Indianholiday.com an Indian travel tour packages portal which offers booking for hotelsresorts tour to wildlife destinations like Kanha Ranthambore. Lifetime Wildlife experience with tiger tours in India !

Thing To See On Your Holidays In Barbados

Barbados’s original name based on early records was Ichirouganaim and had the Awak tribe as its original population. However the country got the name Barbados; a lot of researchers are still trying to find out why. Anyway Barbados was claimed by the Portuguese by the mid 1500s to 1600s and after that they have left the island.

The country has been dependent on sugar cane but this isn’t something we are about to discuss. What I want to talk about are the sights and sceneries that Barbados has to offer.Before I talk about the famous and wonderful places in this country you ought to know that they named most of their tourist spots after saints such as St. John St. Peter St. Lawrence and many more. If you are looking for a place where you can have a retreat a place where you can commune with nature and your higher being then Barbados is the place to go. With its beautiful beaches and famous churches Barbados truly is a heaven on earth.

Christ Church sometimes called Saint Lawrence Gap or The Gap is Barbados Island’s Highway 7 on the southern coast of the country. This 15000 kilometre stretch is filled with clubs resorts hotels restaurants inns and shops just near the sandy beach front. This they say is the perfect place to find a new friend or if you are lucky a lover.

If you love sports such as football rugby cricket or baseball well then you can still have your daily exercise at Kenningston Oval. This oval is located to the west of the capitalcity Bridgetown and is mostly used for playing cricket.

However you’re not one for the bustling night life and would prefer the quiet relaxation that the country has to offer you can hang around the wonderful and historical Animal Flower Cave located at St. Lucy. The place is named after yellow sea anemones which the locals know as animal flower. Geographical formations inside the cave have lead several researches to study the island in the hope of identifying its age.

If you haven’t had enough of caves perhaps you would enjoy Harrison’s cave. This cave was first discovered in 1795 and became a tourist attraction in 1981 and tourists can use a tram to enter the sub terrains of this cave. Scientists say that the cave was formed by water eroding through the limestone rock. The strange formation of stalactites and stalagmites makes this place extraordinary.

Now that you’ve gone through the caves let’s try the park at Bathsheba Saint Joseph known as the Andromeda Garden. It has a lot of flowering plants and tropical tress where you can have a quiet afternoon picnic with that special someone.

About the writer:  Andrew Gibson is MD of Direct Holiday Bookings. It has holiday villas and self catering holiday apartments to rent on line as a holiday home rental. To see an example of a Holiday Villa in Barbados have a look at Holiday Villas