About Kerala

With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 ms in the east and networked by 44 rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil streches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. 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, every one of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.

Kerala At A Glance

Location : Southwestern tip of India.

Area : 38, 863 sq km.

Population : 3,18,38,619

Capital : Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)

Language : Malayalam;English is widely spoken.

Religion : Hinduism, Christianity, Islam

Time : GMT +5:30

Currency : Indian Rupee

Climate : Tropical.

Summer : February - May (24 - 33⁰C)

onsoon : June - September (22 - 28⁰C)

Winter : October - January (22 - 32⁰C)

Transport

Air: There are three international airports in the state. They are at Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode and Nedumbassery (Kochi) and operate international flights and domestic flights.

Road and Rail : The state is well connected by rail and road.

Seaports :

Major : Kochi
Minor : Beypore (Kozhikode), Alappuzha, Kollam.

Major Beaches : Kovalam, Varkala, Fort Kochi, Kappad and Bekal.

Major Wild Life Sanctuaries: Thekkady (Periyar), Parambikkulam, Wayanad, Silent Valley, Aralm, Peechi-Vazhani, Chimani, Shenduruny, Idukki, Chinnar, Peppara, Neyyar.

Bird Sanctuary : Thattekad, Kumarakom. Major Hill Stations : Ponmudi, Peerumade, Thekkady, Munnar and Wayanad.

Farm / Cash Crops : Rubber, Coffee, Tea, Spices, Pepper, Cashew, Coconut, Arecanut and rice.

Exports : Marine, Coir, Handicrafts, Spices, Food and other Products.

Major Industries : Tourism, Information Technology, Fertilizer, Oil Refining and Power Generation, Ship Building, Machine Tools, Electronics, Cables, Rubber.