Top 12 Places to Visit in Kerala: God's Own Country

 

Kerala is the most beautiful place to spend your vacation. Whether you go with your family, friends, partner, or solo, this place has so much to offer! If you are also planning to travel to Kerala, then this blog will help you out! Here, we are going to share with you the most beautiful places to visit in Kerala. This will help you in designing a better itinerary and enjoy the trip to the fullest.

So, quickly scroll down to know more!

Which are the best places to visit in Kerala?

Kerala is a place of scenic beauty surrounded by hill stations, hamlets, and water backwaters. You will fall in love with this place because of the positivity and peace it offers. But, it is pretty tough to cover every area in Kerala, so we have come up with some of the best places to visit in Kerala that you can add to your must-go list.

Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is one of the most beautiful and popular tourist places in Kerala. Every year many tourists visit this place because of the exotic beaches it has. This place is also called the “Evergreen City of India.” If you want to experience rural life mixed with the contemporary way of living, pay a visit here. This place has so many beautiful tourist spots, places of historical value, beaches, and all this makes it one of the finest Indian cities to live in. You can enjoy numerous activities like sightseeing, shopping or photography at this particular place.

Popular tourist attraction to visit Thiruvananthapuram:

• Arivikkara Dam
• Neyyar Dam
• Kowdiar Palace

Best time to visit: October to February

Mannarkkad

It is one of the most phenomenal places to visit in Kerala. This place attracts several tourists every year. If you love nature and animals, you must include this place in your list. You can also see several tribal settlements over here. This place has so many rivers flowing through the forest, making it one of the most beautiful spots. Besides, you can also enjoy watching plantations of different products like rubber, paper. You can enjoy shopping and relax in the laps of nature.

Popular tourist spot Mannarkkad:

• Ooty
• Munnar
• Nilambur

Best time to visit: May to September

Marayoor

If you want to experience a town of sandalwood forest, then Marayoor is one of the best places to visit in Kerala. This place has so much beauty and tourist attraction. You can enjoy watching chinnar wildlife sanctuary. Have a walk through the sandalwood forest. Moreover, if you love hiking and photography, this place is heaven for you.

Popular tourist attraction Marayoor:

• Chinnar Wildlife
• Kulachivayal

Best time to visit: December or February

Anamudi

Anamudi is the best tourist spot to visit in Kerala. It is one of the highest peaks in India and has a variety of flora and fauna. Do you know what the most exciting thing about this place is? It is the home to the largest surviving population of ancient elephants. Isn’t that amazing? You can also enjoy activities like trekking, photography, or camping at this place.

Popular tourist attraction Anamudi:

• Eravikulam
• National Park
• Lakkam waterfalls

Best time to visit: December or February

Alleppey Beach

Another most beautiful place to visit in Kerala is Alleppey beach. If you are a water lover, then this place is perfect for you. Here, you can enjoy houseboat stays and backwater trips. You can enjoy coconut and banana leaves in your food which is once in a lifetime experience. The roads here are clean, and it seems that you are in some other place. Besides, you can enjoy shopping, night walk, campfire, visit temples and beaches.

Popular tourist attraction Alleppey:

• Marari Beach
• Punnamada Lake

Best time to visit: February

Kodanad

It is one of Kerala’s most underrated tourist places and is located 42 km away from Kochi. If you have enough time, do pay a visit to this place. With the Periyar river flowing nearby, you can enjoy boating and fishing. In addition, you will see an elephant training center which is a perfect place to enjoy time with your family.

Popular tourist attraction Kodanad:

• Kaprikkad
• Abhayaranyam Mini Zoo

Best time to visit: February to April

Kalpetta

Kalpetta is another beautiful place to visit in Kerala. You will witness lush green and dense vegetables over this place. You will fall in love with the beauty of this place. For instance, you will love the fragrance of coffee as soon as you enter this town. There are a few ancient temples where you can visit.

Popular tourist attraction Kalpetta:

• Chembra Park
• Neelimala View Point
• Meenmutty Falls

Best time to visit: October to March

Nelliampathy

Nelliampathy is a stunning hill station in Kerala and is popular for three major reasons. Firstly, this village is known as God’s village. Secondly, this place has so many beautiful and charming India’s backwater. Thirdly, there are so many lofty peaks, hills, and gardens.

Popular tourist attraction Nelliampathy:

• Nelliampathy hills
• Denmark, Padagiri

Best time to visit: October to March

Kuttanad

Kuttanad is a beautiful rural landscape with charming villages, backwaters, rivers, and agricultural land. This place is perfect if you want to visit the traditional Heritage agriculture system. You can enjoy scenic beauty and photography at this place.

Popular tourist attraction Kuttanad:

• Punnamada Lake
• Pampa River

Best time to visit: October to March

Kovalam

It is one of the most romantic beaches in Kerala. If you are planning to visit this place with your partner, the New Year will be the perfect timing. Moreover, you can enjoy a deep tissue massage, Ayurvedic treatments and bathing, and different water sports like parasailing over here — people across the world visit this place to experience the scenic beauty.

Popular tourist attraction Kovalam:

• The Lighthouse
• Samudra Beach
• Valiathura Pier

Best time to visit: September to May

Thekkady

A simple thick forest and wildlife vegetation is what Thekkady is. You will see different kinds of animal species like tiger long-tail macaques, sambars over here. You can enjoy rafting, hiking, boating, or a Jungle night patrol over this place.

Popular tourist attraction Thekkady:

• Mudra Cultural Centre
• Murikkady

Best time to visit: November to May

Ashtamudi

Ashtamudi is one of the best places to visit in Kerala because of the ultimate scenic beauty. Moreover, people across the globe visit this place and enjoy the traditional fishing and Ashtamudilake over here.

Popular tourist attraction Ashtamudi:

• Ashtamudi Lake
• Trevally Palace

Best time to visit: November to February

So, enjoy your best time in these beautiful places!

Bon Voyage!

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