Attractions & Places

to Visit in Kerala

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No trip to Kumarakom is complete without admiring spectacular sunsets from a signature canoe. Start with a tour of the backwaters before watching the dramatic setting of the sun, while local fishermen use handmade fishing nets in the background. Tick this off your list of things to do in Kerala.

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Kerala gold is known all over the world for its purity and intricate designs. Kalyan Jewellers, in nearby Kottayam, has a variety of heritage and contemporary designs from which to choose and for lovers of fine jewellery, this is one of the best places to visit in Kerala.

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Kerala is known as a centre for Ayurvedic treatments and therapies making it the perfect spot for a holiday all about you and your wellbeing. Pamper yourself with relaxing massages and aromatherap, or detox with a healthy diet before you head back to the hustle and bustle of city life.

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The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is one of the more unique places to visit in Kerala and home to many species of migratory birds including Siberian cranes, ospreys, teal and marsh harriers. Take an early morning boat ride to one of the small islands on Vembanad Lake for some of the best viewing spots.

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Vembanad Lake is teeming with a variety of fish and is easily accessible from the Taj Kumarakom. Our resort team can arrange a boat, fishing equipment and even prepare a picnic. Now all you have to do is land the fish.

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Said to be over a thousand years old, this mosque on the banks of the Meenachil River outside Kottayam, is known for its architecture and carvings. Although the mosque is open to the public only at certain times, it is still one of the favourite places to visit in Kerala. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

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This church, also called St. Mary’s Orthodox Syrian Church, has a unique façade with an intriguing mix of Portuguese, Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist and Christian elements. Believed to have been built in the 16th century, the church today houses a beautiful 400-year-old painting amongst other attractions.

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No trip to Kumarakom is complete without admiring spectacular sunsets from a signature canoe. Start with a tour of the backwaters before watching the dramatic setting of the sun, while local fishermen use handmade fishing nets in the background. Tick this off your list of things to do in Kerala.

Description :

Kerala gold is known all over the world for its purity and intricate designs. Kalyan Jewellers, in nearby Kottayam, has a variety of heritage and contemporary designs from which to choose and for lovers of fine jewellery, this is one of the best places to visit in Kerala.

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Thinly cut banana slices fried in hot coconut oil, then dusted with salt, pepper or chilli powder are a quintessential snack in Kerala. Watch them being freshly made at Calicut Chips Centre in Kottayam. They have a long shelf life and make for good anytime snacks and gifts. One of the most delicious places to visit in Kerala.