Thekkekkara Tours and Travels - Best Travel Agency in Kerala, South India

Thekkekkara is the full form of TK its English meaning is south side , we are the company providing south side travel and tourism. We introducing focus state and one island. We focus state capitals of India like Bangalore (now Bengaluru) capital of Karnataka , Chennai capital of Tamilnadu, Hyderabad capital of Andrapradesh and Thiruvananthapuram capital of Kerala. are serviced by domestic and International Airlines, the extensive roads and railway network connects the smaller towns, for a special rail journey, take from the blue mountain train from Coimbatore to Ooty in Tamilnadu. There are regular flight from all capital and metro city cochin, Coimbatore, Agatti Lakshadeep, cruises available from cochin to Lakshadeep and Andamans from Kerala, Chennai, Visakapattanam, South of the Vindya range, India's Dravidian feast land has all that a visitor could look for dramatic coast lines and both on the Arabian sea and the Bay of Bengal, meet at Kanyakumari on the Indian Ocean. Isolated beaches, dense forests, and reserves are among its natural wonders.

Tamilnadu has some of the India 's most magnificent enchant temples still active centers of religious practice. A different culture prevails in Pondichery which retains a strong French influence; Kerala is rich in beautiful scenery as well as in cultural heritage, while Andrapradesh has some of the region's most fascinating historic sites. The fertile forested ridges of the western ghats with their thriving plantations of coffee, spices and fruits to the drier, strewn region of the Deccan platean, Karnataka's scenic diversity is a striking equality varied are its historical monuments.

I take great pleasure in welcoming you to India . We do hope you have a successful and a most enjoyable visit to India . By the end of your holiday, I hope, you would have a better insight into India . Incredible India intellectual capital of the world is a coastal pendant shaped sub coordinate to full of breathing contrasts. It leases in South Asia , covering a land mass rightly the size of Europe . In structures South words and at the Tropic of Cancer, trappers of into the Indian Ocean between the bay of Bengal on the rest and the Arabian Sea on West. String coastline and the verging of land of Lakshadweep and Andaman Nickhobar .The civilization of Indian is one of the oldest in the world spanning more than 5000 years.

The Taj Mahal Agra fast and Fathathepur Sikkim in Agra and Konark some temple Khajuraho temple, MahabeliPuram monuments. Bhiridashwar temple Thanjavor Humpi monuments Ajantha and Yellora caves are just few of the most magnificent monuments of the world located in India .

There are celebrations for every religious or historical occasion change of season and for every harvest. Every celebration crntress around the ritval of prayers seeking blessing roc changing good will and gifts, rcarating houses wearing new cloths music, dance and trusting.

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KARNATAKA

Charismatic Karnataka the land of royal grandees and oriental glory is studied with architectural . Marvels ancient sculptures endless beaches, looming , hill station. Pristine forests and extent gave reserves. Kaveri Tungabhadra and Krishana the three great rivers of the south, originate from the verdant Ghats .

It is a attraction are varied and diverting. Belur, Halebid and Hampi are known for its magnificent temples adorned with miniature carvings and masterpieces to be marveled at.

BENGALURU ( Bangalore )

Beautiful , Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka is one of the prettiest, and cleanest cities of India . It is popularly called as “ Garden City” and has earned several other epitaphs like an ‘Air-conditioned City', for the salubrious climate throughout the year; the ‘Silicon Valley' of India, for its rapidly growing software market and the ‘City of Draught Beer' etc. The foundation of the present day Bangalore was laid in 1537, by Kempe Gowda, a Magadi chieftain, owing allegiance to the king of Vijayanagar . The cantonment area of Bangalore was developed by the British in early 19th century after the fall of Tipu Sultan.

Very Interesting Place in Bangalore VIDHAN SOUDHA

This majestic structure towering over the Cubbon Park.Attara Kacheri(High Court): The magnificent two storeyed building housing the High Court of Karnataka was built in 1897. It lies in front of the Vidhan Soudha and was originally built to house the Secretariat., Lalgagh Botanical Gardens : The beautiful garden was laid out in 1760, by Haider Ali and later developed by his son Tipu Sultan . It sprawls over an area of 240 acres., CUBBON PARK& MUSEUMS, The GOVERNMENT MUSEUM& VENKATAPPA ART GALLERY: (1886) one of the oldest museums of India., SIVA STATUE& ISKCON TAMPLE, TIPU SULTAN'S PALACE, MAHARAJAH'S BANGALORE PALACE, KARNATAKA FOLK ART MUSEUM, JAWAWAHARLAL NEHRU PLANETARIUM:- (1989) – An attractive Musical Foundation with dancing waters is set opposite the planetarium., DODDA GANAPATHI TEMPLE, SRI GAVI GANAPATHI TEMPLE, SRI GAVI GANGADHAREAWARA TEMPLE, DHARMARAJA TEMPLE(NAGARATHPET), BASAVANGUDI OR THE BULL TEMPLE, ST. MARY'S BASILICA(1818), VENKATARAMANASWAMY TEMPLE, ULSOOR LAKE, WHOTEFIELD(Sri Satya Sai Baba) , BANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK, HESARAGHATTA LAKE, NANDI HILLS, MUTHYALA MADUVU (Pearl Valley)

Tomb of Tipu Sultan's Badami

Badami - Stony Silence

BADAMI:- Badami , the beautiful capital of early Chalukyas from 540 to 757 AD, nestles in a spectacular gorge surrounded by gold-rust sandstone cliffs. It is indeed a treasure house of architecture and sculpture and has some of the earliest and finest examples of rock cut caves and free standing temple architecture .

Visiting Place in Badmi.

CAVES:- The famous for cave temple carved into a cliff southern side are full of splendid sculpture. The 16th century Cave-1, dedicated to Lord Shiva is the oldest and has sculpture of 18 armed Nataraja, the dancing Shiva. There are also figures of Ardhanarishvara. Harihara, Nandi, Parvathi and Garuda etc. Cave No.2 is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is simpler in design . Some of the fine sculpture here are of Varaha, the boar incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Naga and Trivikrama. The large and beautiful Cave No. 3 is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and enshrines an enormous four armed figure of Lord Vishnu seated on his serpent couch. Cave 4 carved during 7th -8th centuries is the only Jain temple in Badami., JAMBULINGA TEMPLE:- complex in the heart of the dates back The ancient temple to 699 A.D., BUDDHIST TEMPLE, NORT FORT, ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM, TEMPLE OF DURGA, BANASHANKARI TAMPLE.

BELUR:-Beautiful Belur, the quaint little town in set elegantly on the banks of river Yagachi amidst lush surroundings. It was chosen as the capital of the Hoysalas, after the sacking and destruction of their capital at Dwarasamudra (Halebid), by the Delhi Sultanas. , CHENNA KESHAVA TEMPLE :- The magnificent shrine dedicated to Lord Vijayanarayan, one of the twenty four incarnations of Vishnu, was built to commemorate the victory of Hoysalas over the Cholas in the great battle of Talakkad. HALEBID:- This ancient capital of Hoysala's was founded in the early 11th century and named Dwarasamudra , after a huge artificial lake dating back to 9th century. The flouring capital city had a small fortress with a magnificent palace. HOYALESWARA TEMPLE :- This magnificent shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva is the largest and the best among Hoysala temple. Archaeology Museum in front of the Hoysaleswara temple. GOKARNA:- It is one of the most important Hindu pilgrim centres of Southern India . Squeezing through the ear of the earth and named it as “Gokarna” of the ‘ear of the row'. Gokarna it also an important beach resort and has several secluded beaches nearby.

MAHABALESHWAR TAMPL,, KUDLE BEACH , OM BEACH, MURUDESHWAR

HAMPI:- Historic Hampi, set on the banks of river Tungbhadra is world renowned for the ruins of the glorious capital of the Vijayanagar empire. It was described by the Portughese traveler Doming Paes as “being as large as Rome ” and the “best provided city in the world”. The famous capital was founded by the two brothers Hukka (Harihara) and Bukka in 1336. It was ruled by 23 kings from our dynasties, over a period of 300 years. Under Krishnadevaraya and Achyutaraya, Hampi attained glorious heights. In 1564, they were finally defeated by the Muslim rulers of North India in the disastrous Battle of Talikota.

Visiting Place in Hampi:- VITTTHALA TEMPLE, LORD VIRUPAKSHA TEMPLE, LOTUS MAHAL, UGRA NARASIMHA, MAHANAVAMI DIBBA OR THE ‘HOUSE OF VICTORY', QUEEN'S BATH, JOG FALLS, KODAGU( This is Kashmir of the South),MADIKERI:- The picturesque hill resort perched at an altitude of 4, 000 ft. is the district headquarters of Kodagu. Visiting Place: - RAJA'S SEAT, MADIKERI FORT, OMKARAESWARA TEMPLE, ABBEY FALLS, BHAGAMANDA, BYLEKUPPE, IRUPPU FALLS, RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL PARK, NAGARHOLE, TALA KAVERI.

MYSORE :-Majestic Mysore , the city of palaces and park is the ‘cultural capital' of Karnataka. The historical town has legendary origins and its name is said to be derived from the word “Mahishasurana Ooru”, which means the town of Mahishasura . According to a mythological legend, Mahishasura, the demon king, once lived here and was killed by Goddess Chamundeshwari. The Ganga kings ruled here till 10th century and were succeeded by the cholas, Hoysalas and the Vijayanagar kings. Mysore become the glorious capital of the Wodeyar's , feudatories of the Vijayanagar Empire, who declared independence in 16th century with the decline of Vijayanagar empire. The Wodenyar rule was distrupted for some time, when Hyder Ali took over the reigns of Mysore in 1765. His son Tipu Sultan , developed the kingdom rapidly, but was defeated by the British in 1799 and Mysore was given back to the Wodeyar's.

Visiting Place:- MYSORE PALACE, SRI JAYACHAMARAJENDRA ART GALLERY, RAIL MUSEUM, FOLKLORE MUSEUM, MYSORE ZOO OR SRI JAYACHAMARAJRNDRA ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS, ST. PHILOMEN'S CATHEDRAL, MYSORE DASSARA(The world renowned 10 day long Dassara Festival (Sept./oct.) is the major attraction of Mysore)., LALITHA MAHAL PALACE, CHAMUNDI HILLS, BRINDAVAN GARDENS& KRISHNARAJASAGAR DAM, RAMGANATHITTU BIRD SANCTUARY, SRIRANGAPATTANA, SOMANATHPUR, KABANI RIVER LODGE, BILLIGIRI RANGANA(BR HILLS), BANDIPUR NATIONAL PARK.

SRAVANABELAGOLA:- Serene Sravanabelagola, literally meaning the ‘Monak of the White Pond'is one of oldest and most important Jian pilgrim centres in the country. Its antiquity dates back to 297 B.C., when Chandragupta Maurya, the founder of the Mauryan empire renounced his guru, Bhagwan Bhadrabahu Swami, to become a Jain ascetic. He led a recluse life and breathed his last at the Chandragiri hill, which is named after him., GOMTESHWARA TEMPLE , MAHAMASTAKABHISEKHA:- Mahamastakabhisekha, the sacred head anointment of Lord Bahubali is the most important event of Sravanabelagola.

ANDHRAPRADESH

Amazing Andhra, a fascinating blend of antiquity and modernity is a beautiful panorama of magnificent monuments, great ancient shrines, splendid natural beauty, exotic wildilife and modern temples of progress like Nagarjunasagar and Hitec City of Hyderabad. This land of Krishna and Godavari also noted for its rich cultural heritage of literature , at, music, and drama, caters to the demand of every visitor. The antiquity of Andhra Desa, dates back to 236 B.C., the year of Mauryan emperors Ashoka's death. HYDERABAD Capital of Karnataka .

HYDERABAD :-Hi-tech Hyderabad the city of traditions and technology was founded in 1591, by Mohammed Quali Qutub Shah, the fifth Qutub Shahi Sultan of Golconda . The glorious remains of this once impregnable fort sprawls over a hill side about 1000 feet above the surrounding countryside. The forts name is derived from the Telugu word “Golla Konda” meaning “Shepherd's Hill”. Originally, it was a mud fort built by the Kakatiya kings of Warangal in 143.

Special Place in HYDERABAD:-CHARMINAR, LAD BAZAAR, MECCA MASJID, HUSSIAN SAGAR, LUMBINI PARK, SALARJUNG MUAEUM, PUBLIC GARDEN, NEHRU ZOOLOGICAL PARK , RAMOJI FILM CITY, THE HI-TECH CITY,POCHARAM WILDILIFR SANCTURY, NAGARJUNASAGAR-NAGARJUNAKONDA, NAGARJUNA DAM, ANUPU, ETHIPOTHALA FALLS, NAGARJUNASAGAR-SRISALIAM SANCTUARY (Project Tiger)

PUTTAPARTI:- Puttaparti, the sacred abode of Sri Satya Sai Baba is a world famous pilgrim centre. Millions of devotees from all over the world visit Sai Baba's ashram called as Prashanti Nilayam, meaning the ‘abode of highest peace' over here to seek spiritual solace. Sai Baba was born at Puttaparti on 23rd November 1926 , as Ratnakara Venkata Sathyanarayana Raju.

TIRUPATI-TIRUMALA:- This the sacred of Lord Vankateswara or Balaji is one of the oldest and richest Hindu pilgrim centres of the country., LORD VANKATESAWARA TEMPLE:- The majestic shrine of Lord Venkateswara nestling amidest the Tirumala Hill, about 700 metres above the town is one of the most popular Hindu temple in the world.

TAMILNADU

Tamil Nadu, the land of Tamils and Temples is situated on the southern tip of the Indian peninsula. This gateway to the South, offers everything that excites a visitor…..clean and quite hill stations, beautiful beaches, magnificent temples with towering gopurams, waterfalls, historical monuments, art, culture, heritage and etc…The home of Dravidian art and culture. Tamil Nadu has over 2000 years of continuous cultural history. They were great partrons of art and culture, which is very well exhibited in hundreds and thousands of sacred shrines dotting the entire State. Temple worship is still a way of life and traditions are meant to be followed here. Tamil Nadu has some of the most important pilgrim centres for all faiths and religions, which have flourished here in complete harmony since time immemorial . this nature's paradise has over 1000 kms. Long coastline dotted with some of the best beaches of the country. There are some excellent hill resorts too…endowed with exceptional scenic beauty and bracing climate. It also has some of the finest wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. If this is not enough, experience the splendid festivals, the feast of Carnatic music and Bharata Nayam, the shimmering silk of Kanchipuram and the most delicious South Indian cuisine.

Capital of CHENNAI:- Chennai, the ‘Cultural Capital of India' is the fourth largest metropolis in the country. The present town was founded in 1639, by Sir Francis Day, who arrived with East India Company. The British East India Company established a fort and a trading post at the small fishing village of Chennai . Today , it has emerged as a major industrial and educational centre.

Visiting Place:- FORT ST. GEORGE, FORT MUSEUM, ST.MARY'S CHURCH, MARINA BEACH&AQUARIUM , SRI PARTHASARATHY TEMPLE, SAN THOME CATHEDRAL BASILICA, KAPALISWARAR TEMPLE, WALLAJAH MOSQUE, THOUSAND LIGHTS MOSQUE, GOVT. MUSEUM, NATIONLA ART GALLERY&CONNEMARA LIBRARY, VALLUVAR KOTTAM, GUINDY PARK, SNAKE PARK, LITTLE MOUNT, ST. THOMAS MOUNT, ELLIOT BEACH, V.G.P.GOLDEN BEACH, CHOLAMANDAL ARTIST'S VILLAGE, DAKSHINA CHITRA, ANNA ZOOLOGICAL PARK, VANDALUR, PULICAT LAKE&SANCTUARY.

CHIDAMBARAM:- Chidambaram the famous Hindu pilgrim centre gets the name from two words-chit (truth) and ambaram (space) , as Lord Shiva is believed to manifest here in the form of akasha (sky) lingam., NATARAJA TEMPLE , THILLAI KALIAMMAN TEMPLE ,PICHCHAVARAM, SILLAPPATHIKARA ART GALLERY , THIRUPPALLAVANEESWARAM.

COIMBATORE :- Coimbatore (Kovai), one of the fastest growing cities in India lies on the banks of the river Noyyal in the foot hills of Nilgiris. It has emerged as a major industrial centre of the South with over 50,000 small, medium and large industries and textile mills, medium and large industries and textile mills. The first textile mill of Coimbatore was set up way back in 1888 and is now known as the “Textile Capital” or the “ Manchester ” of South.

ANNAMALAI/INDIRA GNADHI WLS:- This paradise fro wildlife lovers is set at an altitude of 1,400 metres amidst the verdant Western Ghats . The sanctuary is famous for its lion tailed macaque and Nilgiri langur

Visiting Place:- AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, V O C PARK, FOREST COLLEGE , MARUDHAMALAI TEMPLE , PERUR TEMPLE.HOGENAKKAL.

KANCHIPURAM:- Kanchipuram the ‘Golden City of Thousand temples' , set on the banks of the palar river is considered to be one of the seven sacred cities of India . Kanchi was a major centre of learning, culture and philosophy. It is also a world renowned silk centre.

Visiting Place:- KAILASANTHAR TEMPLE, EKAMBARNATHAR TEMPLE, VARADARAJASWAMI TEMPLE, KAMAKSHI AMMA TEMPLE, VAIJUNTA PERUMAL TEMPLE, JAINA KANCHI OR TIRUPARUTTIKUNRAM

VELLORE:- Vellore, the ‘Fort City' of Tamil Nadu nestles amidst the Eastern Ghats and is well known fro its Fort and Jalakanteshwara temple. There is also a church built in an old British cemetery., VELLORE FORT, JALAKANTESHWAR TEMPLE .

KANNIYAKUMARI:- Kanniyakumari, the ‘lands end' of India is one of the most popular tourist spots of the country. It nestles elegantly on the very tip of the Indian peninsula, at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal , the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean . The town is at its best during the Chaitra Poornima (full moon day in April), when the Sun and Moon are face to face at the same horizon. Other full moon days are also special, when one can view the sunsey and moon rise almost simultaneously.

Visiting place:- KUMARIAMMAN TEMPLE, VIVEKAKANDA ROCK MEMORIAL, THIRUVALLUVAR STATUE, GANDHI MEMORIAL, KAMARAJ MEMORIAL, GOVT. MUSEUM, GUGANATHASWAMY TEMPLE, SUCHINDRAM:- The famous Thanumalayan temple here is dedicated to Trimurthy- Siva, Vishnu and Brahma., PADMANABHAPURAM:- The capital or erstwhile Travancore state is set amidst lush hills and paddy fields, lies 65 kms south-east of Thiruvananthapuram. The impressive fort here has a Palace, Ramaswamy temple and beautiful buildings. The Padmanabhapuram Palace is a masterpiece of Kerala's unique wooden artitecture.

KODAIKKANAL:- Kodaikkanal, the ‘Princess of Hill Stations' popularly refereed as ‘Kodai', nestles at an altitude of 2133 metres, on the southern crest of the Palani hills in the Western Ghats. The road to Kodai winds up through coffee plantations and thick forests giving a perfect introduction of this lovely hill resort.

Visiting Place:- KODAI LAKE, BOAT CLUB, BEAR SHOLA FALLS,BRYANT PARK, COAKER'S WALK, KURINJI ANDAVAR TEMPLE, CHETTIYAR PARK, SHENBAGANUR MUSEUM, SOLAR ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY, PILLAR ROACK.

PALANI:- This major pilgrim centre of the South is one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Subramanya. The road from Kodaikkanal to Palani endowed with breath taking beauty. The sacred Malaikovil or hill temple dedicated to lord Murugan or Subramanya is perched atop a 140m. high hill and can be reached by a flight of 659 steps or an electrically operated winch.

MADURAI :- Magnificent Madurai , the ancient city on the banks of river Vaigai with an antiquity of over 2,600 years is often referred as the “ Athens of the East”. It is considered to be the ‘cradle' of Tamil culture, a Swaybhu lingam, found here was once worshipped by India , the king of gods. The Pandya king Kulasekara built a great shrine at the site of the lingam and a city was built around temple. Lord Shiva made a divine appearance on the day when the city was be named and blessed it with drops of nectar which fell from his matted locks. Madurai , the city of myriad culture and history is well known for its delectable cuisine and fragrant flowers of jasmine. The modern city has also emerged as an important centre of textile and engineering industries.

Visiting Place:- SRI MEENAKSHI SUNDAREAWARAR TEMPLE :-The magnificent twin temple complex sprawling over an area of about 65000 sq. mts. In the heart of the old city, dominates the life and landscape to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareawarar(Shiva). , THIRUMALAI NAYAK PALACE , MARIAMMAN PEPPAKULAM, AZHAGARKOIL, TIRUPARANKUNDRAM, KARAIKUID MADURAI-FESTIVALS

PONGAL, FLOAT FESTIVAL, CHITHIRAI FESTIVAL, AVANIMOOLAM FESTIVLA, NAVARATHRI.

MAMALLAPURAM:- Mamallapuram, a thriving sea port and trade centre between 7th and 10th centuries was the second capital of the Pallavas of kanchipuram. It was earlier known as Mahabalipuram after demon king Mahabali, whi was killed by Lord Vishnu. Later on, the name changed to ‘Mamallapuram' after its founder Narasimha Varman 1 (630-668 AD), who was bestowed with the title of ‘Mamalla' or the great wrestler. Mamallapuram is also known for its silvery sandy beach, delicious sea food and exquisite handicrafts.

Visiting Place:- SHORE TEMPLE , PANCH(FIVE) RATHAS, GANESHA RATHA, MANDAPAMS, MAMALLAPURAM, SCULPTURE MUSEUM .

MAMALLAPURAM-FESTIVALS:-

MAMALLAPURAM DANCE FEATIVAL, PONGAL TOURIST FESTIVAL, STHALASAYAN PERUMAL TEMPLE FESTIVAL, TIGER CAVE, CROCODILE&SNAKE BANK, KOVILAM(COVELONG), NITHYA KALYANA PERUMAL TEMPLE, THIRUKKALUKUNDRAM, SADRAS, VEDANTHANGAL WATER BIRD SANCTUARY.

NAGAPPATTINAM:- This important port during the Chola period (10th 11th century) attracted traders from far off lands. The Portuguese had commercial links with Nagappattinam during the Tanjore Nayak rule. Later on, the Dutch became powerful and established their supremacy here.

Visiting Place:- NAGORE: It is famous for the sacred dargah(tomb) of a Muslim Saint, Hazrat Meeras Sultan Syed Shahadul Hameed.. Kandhuri festival during Oct. Nov. is very popular., SIKKAL, TARANGAMBADI, KARAIKAL, THIRUNALLAR, KODIKKARAI, VEDARANYAM, VELANGANNI.

PUDUCHCHERI ( PONDICHERRY )
Peaceful Puduchcheri, an unusual blend of occident and orient is referred by various exotic epithets like, the ‘Quintessence of French Culture', India 's Little France' and the ‘French Riviera of the East' etc. The picturesque town set on the Coromandel coast was a part of French empire for about 281 years. The unique Union Territory of Pondicherry comprises of four scattered coastal enclaves-Pondicherry (now called as Puducheri) and Karaikal in Tamil Nadu, Yanam in Andhra Pradesh and Mahe in Kerala on the West coast. Pondicherry still retains a distinct French flavor which is very well reflected in the grand colonial mansions, beautiful boulevards and placid promenades, spellings on sign boards and buildings, names of roads and public places etc. It has also greatly influenced by Sri Aurobindo, the great seer, prophet and poet of 20th century. Today, it ais a pot-pourri of different cultures and about 55 languages are spoken here. Alluring Auroville, the international utopian cit was founded by Mother Mirra Alfassa, the chief disciple of Sri Aurobindo Ghose and was designed by the French architect Roger Anger.

Visiting Place:-SRI AUROBINDO ASHRMA, AAYI MANDAPAM , FRENCH WAR MEMORIAL, DUPLEIX STATUE, BOTANICAL GARDEN, SERENITY BEACH, CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, BHARATHI MEMORIAL MUSEUM, BHARATHIDASAN MUSEUM, SRI MANAKULA VINAYAKA TEMPLE, ARIKAMEDU, PARADISE BEACH (CHUNNAMBAR),, MATRI MANDIR, AUROVILLE INFORMATION& RESERCH CENTRE, ARTIST'S CAMP, BHARAT NIVAS.

RAMESWARAM:- The holy island in the Gulf of Mannar is regarded as one of the four most sacred Hindu pilgrim centres. It is also recognized as a National pilgrim centre and is equally important for Saivites and Vaishnavas. Lord Rama is said to have worshipped Shiva over here after his victory over demon king Ravanna.

Visiting Place:- RAMANATHSWAMY TEMPLE, AGNITEERTHAM, GANDHAMATHANA PARVATHAM, SATCHI HANUMAN TEMPLE, FIVE-FACED HANUMAN TEMPLE, ANNANI INDIRA GANDHI OR PAMBAN BRIDGE, DEVIPATTINAM, DHANUSHKODI, KURUADAI ISLAND, RAMANATHAPURAM.

HANJAVUR:- Thanjavur, the small town amidst the fertile Kaveri delta was the capital of the powerful Chola kings. This grand show case of Chola temple architecture was also an important seat of Tamil learning and culture. Lord Krishna is the most favorite theme of the famous Thanjavur school of art.

Visiting Place:- BRIHADESHWARAR TEMPLE, THANJAVUR PALACE&MUSEUMS, RAJA RAJA CHOLA ART GALLERY, SARASWATHI MAHAL LIBRARY, THE SANGEET MAHAL, THIRUVAIYARU, KUMBAKONAM, GANGAIKONDACHOLAPURAM, SWAMIMALAI.

TIRUCHCHCHIRAPPALLI(TRICHY): The historic town on the banks of river Kaveri was ruled by Chola, Pandya and Pallava kings-changing hands from time to time. It was also under the reigns of Vijayanagar kings, the Nayaks of Madurai, Marathas, Nawabs of Carnatic, the French and finally came under the rule of the British . The city is studded with temples, churches, mosques and monuments.

Visiting Place:- ROCK FORT TEMPLE , SRIRANGAM, TIRUVANAIKKAVAL TEMPLE .

TIRUNELVELI:- The ancient town on the banks of river Tamarabarani was of considerable importance during the rule of the Pandyas. It is well known fro temples, reed mats, palm handicrafts and palm sugar. The amin attraction is the Kanthimathi Nellaiyappar Temple .

Visiting Place:- KUTTALAM, MUNDANTHURAI SANC, TENKASI.

TIRUVANNAMLAI:- The Saivite site at the foot of holy Arunchala hill is considered to be one of the most sacred towns of South India .

Visiting Place:- ARUNACHALESHVARA TEMPLE , SRI TAMANA MAHARISHI ASHRAM, GINGEE.

UDAGAMANDALAM(OOTY):- Udagamandalam the ‘Queen of Hills' perched at an altitude of 7,500 feet, amidst the verdant Nilgiris or Blue Mountains was first discovered in 1819, by John Sullivan, the then collector of Coimbatore. The ambient beauty of Ooty, the most popular hill station of the South.

Visiting Place:- BOTANICAL GARDENS, OOTY LAKE, THREAD GARDEN,GOVT. MUSEUM, RAJ BHAWAN, KANDAL CROSS, ROSE GARDEN, THE MUSEUM, WENLOCK DOWNS, WELLINGTON , AVALANCHE, COONOOR, DODABETTA, GLENMORGAN, KOTAGIRI, MUDUMULAI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY:-., It is one of the most prominent wildlife sanctuaries of Tamil Nadu and the SouthIndia,, MUKURTHI PEAK&NATIONAL PARK NILGIRI RAILWAY:-Nilgiri Railway, the ‘Pride of Tamil Nadu' was recently declared a ‘World Heritage Site'. The unique ‘Tony Train' with its quaint yellow and blue carriages covers a distance of 46 kms.from Mettuppalaiyam to Udamandalam. The railway section was inaugurated on August 11, 1898 .

KERALA

( GODS ON PARADISE):- Namaste!-We welcome you with folded hands:.

Colurful Kerala, the land of the ‘Kera(coconut palm) is an enchanting kaleidoscope of deep rooted cultures, traditions and delightful sensations. This narrow strip of land at the south-western tip of India is about 560 kms. long and just 120 kms.at its widest .it is an exotic blend of nature's very best-cool, mist shrouded highlands, fertile plains, dense tropical forests, palm-fringed sandy beaches and a complex maze of backwaters. The State is flanked by the high ranges of Western Ghats on the east and Arabian Sea on the west. Thus, the beaches and backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries and hill stations are all located in close proximity, providing a unique experience to the travelers visiting this land of great beauty.

It rich cultural heritage is very well exhibited in its frenzied tempo of snake boat races, classical dignity of Kathakali, lyrical beauty of Mohiniyattam, the satirical dignity of kathaklai, lyrical beauty of Mohiniyattam, the satirical wit of Ottan Thullal, marital skills of Kalaripayattu and the exquisite workmanship of Kerala handicrafts. People have been sailing to Kerala in search of spices, sandalwood and ivory for at least 2000 year. Its coasts were known to the Phoenicians Romans and later on to the Arabs and Chinese, long before Vasco da Gama came to India .

Kerala ,GOD,S OWN COUNTRY , is also an epitome of secularism and a masterpiece of unity in diversity. The entire landscape is dotted with Temples , Churches, Mosques, and Synagogues. Poised by the Arabian Sea on the west, the western Ghats on the east and networked by fourty-four rivers, Kerala lies on the southern tip of the Indian peninsula. Kerala-A state folded in the exquisiteness of coconut palms and endless blue waters is one of the important states in India . The climate remains very pleasing through out the year, making it an idyllic tourist designation through out the year. Kerala . It is a gorgeous state with the tranquil backwaters, yellow sunsets, seas overhung with downy coconut palms, quaint island, all of which add to its stunning scenery. One of the most favorite destinations in the world, Kerala fascinated people from other parts of the globe from time immemorial. Kerala's breathtakingly green land, dotted with coconut palms, lagoons, kettu vallams (boats), sunny beaches and waterfalls, offers a soothing and festive mood. This land of valuable cash crops also has the distinction of having heighest literacy,(99.90) life expectancy and lowest infant mortality among Indian states Today Kerala has emerged as a major tourist destination and is ranked among the ten paradises of the world by” National Geographic Traveller.

COCHIN (ERNAKULAM):-Queen of the Arabian Sea '- Cochin is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula, in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, dubbed ‘God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea . Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala.

Kerala's commercial centre. It has a fine natural harbor. Which gives it the status of ‘The Queen of the Arabian Sea '. Mattanchery Palace , St. Fancies Church, Santacruz Basilika Church , Hill Palace Museum and Bolgatty Palace Chinese fishing nets, islands and a jewish synagogue just around the new city in Ernakulam Marine Drive and shopping area makes Kochi a favourite spot for the international tourist.

MUNNAR:- Munnar literally means three rivers and in fact, has three of them- Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala-meeting at the heart of town. This place is famous for the Neelakkurunji (Strobilanthus), the unique plant that blooms only once in twelve years and paints the entire hill stope blue. The small gradient turned steep- we were climbing one of the highest hills in southern India . Climate:-Very heavy monsoons from June to September. Annualrainfall 270cm When to go: Munnar is a presently cool and refreshing place to visit at most times of year. Winters are cooold!. It is land with rolling hills, carpeted with green tea.

Visited at ERAVIKULAM NATIONAL PARK :- The whole atmosphere was exciting and stimulating. The majesty of nature truly humbled us. The average height of the region is round 1940 Mtr. Above MSL. In front of us was the towering Aneimudi; being on the top of that hill means being 8,841 feet closer to heaven. The hills surrounding Munnar are home for one of the worlds' rarest mountain goats, Nilgiri tahr. The tropical forests are inhabited by elephants, tigers, deer and gaur (bison) Munnar is a birdwatcher delight with a variety of birds that are supported by the every green vegetation of the region.

MATTUPPETTI:- Mattuppetti is a famous for the Indo-Swiss Dairy Farm project of cattle farming and research. There is a small dam that collects water poured in by the small brooks, streams and rivulets from the surrounding hills. The water from those perennial sources is used to produce electricity during summer and ECCO POINT , KUNDALA DAM , TOP STATION, MARAYOOR-This is one of the famous of sandal woods , and POTHENMEDU VIEW POINT, HYDEL PARK , TEA MUSIEUM.

THEKkADY (KUMALI):- Welcome to the Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary, at Thekady is a preserved stretch of dense, evergreen rainforests that straddles the tiny state of Kerala on the southwestern tip of the Indian peninsula. Western Ghat mountain ranges and the shimmering Arabian sea , at over 2800 feet above MSL, here's an idyllic retreate that offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the thrill of close en countries with the wildness, Pleaantly cool. There stimulating aroma of spices. The mountains around the lake covered with dense deciduous forests and grass savanna makes this a picture-perfect destination. Tourist can make boat trips in the lake and watch the wild animals. Elephant, Gaur, Tiger, Panther, Sambar, Barking deer, Wild boar, Sloth bear, Nilgiri langur, Lion-tailed Macaque, Otter, Malabar Giant Squirrel, Wild dog etc are the major mammals here. There visit wild life boating and spices plantations tour and forest tracking, bamboos rafting and Ayurvedic massage.

Thiruvananthapuram . It is the capital city of Kerala , the "God's own Country' area 2192 sq. km. Altitude :Sea level. Located at the southwestern tip of India , Thiruvanathapuram district is bounded by the Arabian sea on the west and Tamil Nadu on the east . The wooded highlands of the Western Ghats in the eastern and northeastern borders give Thiruvanathapuram some of the most enchanting picnic spots. Built on seven low coastal hills, the city has an interesting mixing of tree-lined avenues, massive buildings, ancestral homes and a long sea coast washed by the waves of the Arabian Sea . Clean, green Thiruvanathapuram, with its spacious layout and regulated life, is also an excellent base to explore the interiors of Kerala.

Visiting Places:- NEYYAR DAM, NEYYAR WILDLIFE SANCTURARY, PEPPARA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, PON MUDI, VARKKALLAI:- The coastal town of Varkkallai is known for the 2000 year old Janardhanaswamy temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The sea shore at eh Varkkallai is also considered holy. Known as Papansam Kadappuram(Beach) , VIZHINJAM, AKKULAM BOAT CLUB, BOTANICAL AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS, CHITHIRA ART GALLERY , THE FORT:- The Kanakakunnu Palace This palace in the heart of Trivandrum city is one of the most beautiful buildings. The palace and its sprawling grounds are today the venue for many cultural meets

SANKUMUGHAM BEACH , PADMANABHASWAMY TEMPLE , VELI TOUIST VILLAGE , ARUVIKKARA, THE OBSERVATORY

. Kovalam: Is 12kms to the south of Thiruvananthapuram and is one of the finest beaches in India . A beautiful, curving, palm-fringed beach of golden sands and safe bathing have made India 's major beach resort-Kovalam –an internationally known holiday destination. Among the many other attractions here are water sports, a theatre that stags traditional Kathakali dance dramas, a yoga centre and facilities fro traditional oil bathing and massages according to the ancient Kerala Ayurvedic system. ;Vizhinjam About 2kms south of Kovalam, it is believed to be an ancient port. The Dutch and Portugese had commercial establishments here. It is being developed as a modern fishing harbor; Ponmud; Veli lagoon.

KOTTAYAM:- Kottayam town, the headquarters of this district is located on the foothills of the Western Ghats . This beautiful town is also a prominent trading centre, especially for plantation crops like rubber, tea pepper and cardamom. Kottayam is a stronghold of the Christian community in the state as many denominations have their headquarters here. Many newspapers and magazines in Malayalam and English are published from Kottayam.

Visiting Place:-KUMARAKOM:- On the shores of the enchanting Vembanad Lake, 14 km from Kottayam, lies Kumarakom a small town. The most interesting are in the backwaters is the “Kuttanad religion” called the rice bowl of Kerala.KUMARAKOM BIRD SANCTUARY:- Location: 16 km away from Kottayam town, central Kerala. Tourist season: Between June and August. The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake , and is part of the Kuttanad region.

ALAPPUZHA:-The Malayalam name for Alleppey. The ‘ Venice of the East'. Might today appear a far-etched cliché of travelogue writers, but this quaint little town is certainly the Venice of India. Nowhere else will you find, spread out across the center of town, a unique crisscrossing network of canals on which thatch covered country boats punt along leisurely. The proximity of lakes adds to the Venetian ambience. For tourists Alappuzha is the pivotal point for trips into Kerala's famed backwaters and the state's lush rice bowl, Kuttanad. Between Kollam to the south Kottayam tot eh east lie some of the most entrancing scenery of palm-lined banks, quiet water-bound villages and little boats taking the local people to and fro-everything farmed in green. A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad. The not-to—be-missed spectacle in Alappuzha is, of course, the Nehru Trophy Boat Race which began in 1952 on the occasion of the visit of India's first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, to Alappuzha. The backwaters in Kerala are the most enchanting features of Kerala. Backwaters are formed by the accumulation of Sea water at the beach by the to and motion of the waves.

Visiting Place:- KUTTANAD , called the rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops, is at the very heart of the backwaters., ALAPPUZHA BEACH, PATHIRAMANAL, CHAVARA BHAVAN, MARARI BEACH.

KOLLAM: -Kollam the headquarters of this districts is an old seaport town on the banks of the Ashtamudi lake. It was once a flourishing port where the Arab, Greek Roman and later the portugese, Dutch and British came to trade Kollam is today a busy , friendly city where cashew and pepper are still transported in little country boats in its cool and placid backwaters.

Visiting Places:- ASHTAMUDI LAKE, KOCHUPILAMOODU BEACH, TANGASSERI LIGHT BEACH , TANGASSERI LIGHT HOUSE , ARIANKAVU:- Once an important trade route fro merchants from either side of the Western Ghats, the chief attraction here is the shrine dedicates to lord Sashtha., KOLATTUPUZHA, OACHIRA, SASTHAKOTTA

THRISSUR -Thrissur occupies a prominent place in the history and culture of Kerala and is said too be the Cultural Capital of the State. It is also one of the main trade centers in the state. The present Trichur District was carved out of a bigger District of the same name on 1st April , 1958 . It derives its name from the location of its headquarters at Trichur. The name Trichur derives from ‘Thrishivaperur' or the place with ‘Lord Shiva's name'. Trichur rose in importance due, it is believed, to Raja Rama Varma, popularly known as ‘Sakthan Thampuran' who ascended the throne of Kochi in 1790.This temple features low, tiled roofs, an abundance of woodwork, and the famous ‘koothambalam' or theatre hall with sloping roofs of metal plates within which is performed the dramatic art form ‘chakiar koothu'. The famous Kerala Kalamandiram, Cheruthuruthi, founded by the late poet Vallathol Narayana Menon

GURUVAYUR:- Located 29 kg north-west of Thrissur District in God's Own Kerala, Guruvayur is one of the most importance pilgrimage centers of South India . Their one of the famous Sri Krishna Temple situated .The temple was created by Guru- the preceptor of the Gods and Vayu- the God of winds. The eastern and western nada are the entrance to the shrine. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple ((Open: 03.00 am-01.00 pm & 04.30-08.30 pm )) Guruvayoor is also called the Bhoolokavaikunta-the haven on Earth. It is at this temple that Melpathur Narayana Bhattathiri composed his well-known Sanskrit devotional poem ‘Narayaneeyam'.

PUNNATHOORKOTTA:- Punnathoorkotta which is 2km from Guruvayur, is a the largest elephant park in the world with over 60 elephants.

ZOOM AND ART MUSEUM:- Situated at a distance of 2km from Trichur center.

NATTIKA BEACH , PEECHI DAM, ANAKKAYAM

ATHIRAPILLY VAZHACHAL ATERFALLS -Athirappalli and Vazhachal, the two scenic and popular waterfalls on the edge of the Sholayar forest ranges. The Athirappalli Falls joints the Chalakudy river after plummeting down a drop of 80 feet. Vazhachal is pert of the Chalakudy river. Both the waterfalls, their cool, misty waters cascading down in the backdrop of thick green forest and which the road from Kozhikode ascends the Wayanad plateau over the mind boggling bends and ridges, are the highest locations of Wayanad district.

CHERUTHURUTHI:- The Kerala Kalamandalam established by the Poet Sri. Vallathol Narayana Menon in 1930, to impact training in traditional art forms like Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Thullal and folk dances is located here. Special performances can also be arranged on request.

PALAKKAD:- Palakkad Fort:- The old granite fort situated in the very heart of Palakkad town is one of the best preserve in Kerala. It was built by Hyder Ali of Mysore in 1766.

Visiting Places:- MALAMPUZHA GARDEN, POTHUNDY, OTTAPPALAM, PARAMBIKULAM WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, NELLIYAMPATHY:- From the town of Nenmara in Palakkad district, the cloud-caressed peaks of the majestic Nelliyampathy hill ranges are a sight to behold. The height of the hills ranges from 467 mts to 1572 mts.

KOZHIKODE : Once the capital of the powerful Zamorins and prominent trade and commerce centre, Kozhikode was the most importance region of Malabar in the days gone by. Today, lush green country sides, serene beaches, histrionic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers , hills, a unique culture and a warm , friendly ambienc e make Kozhikode a popular destination.

Visiting Places:- KRISHNA MENON MUSEUM, KALIPOIKA, KALLAI, BEYPORE:-One of the prominent ports and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala was an importance trade and maritime centre., KAPPAD BEACH, KOZHIKODE BEACH, THIKKOTI LIGHT HOUSE,VADAKARA:- The birth place of Thacholi Othenan the legendary hero of the Vadakkanpattu (ballands of North Malabar), MANANCHIRA MAIDAN.

THE BACK WATERS OF KOZHIKODE :- Elathur, the canola Canal and the Kallai river are favourite destinations for boating. Kadalundi, with its beautiful bird sanctuary is a charming site.

FESTIVALS:- Malabar Mahotsavam (Jan –Feb) A grand festival of the Malabar region where one can see a kaleidoscope of the traditional and cultural art forms that make it a spectacular extravaganza.

WAYANAD: - Banasura Sagar Dam this is the largest earth dam in India . Situated at a height of 700 to 2100 metres above are sea level. The unique geographical position of the Wayanad district has provided area with misty mountains, green valleys and picturesque scenery . Wayanad district has the highest concentration of tribals in Kerala.Kalpatta is the headquarters Jain Temple is located here. 20 km away from Kalpatta is The Glass Temple of Koottamunda, dedicated to Paraswanatha Swami, the third Thirthankara of the Jain faith .

Visiting Places:- Chembra Peak :- The hills, rocks and valleys which contribute to the very unique character of Wayanad provide a lot for adventure tourism. Trekking to the Chembra peak is a risky mountaineering endeavor. Edakkal Cave :- This location of breath taking beauty is three kilometers from Ambalavayal which is 25 kms from Kalpetta. The Edakkal cave in the Ambukuty mountain is not cave in the real sense., KURUVA ISLAND, LAKKIDI, MUNTHANGA WILD LIFE SANCTUARY, PAKSHIPATHALAM, POOKOT LAKE, SOOCHIPPARA WATERFALL., MAANANTHAVADI:- The Kuruva Islands, are situated at a distance of about 16 km from Maananthavadi on the Kabbani river., SULTAN BATHERY:- Formerly known as “Ganapathivattan”, Sulthan Bathery is located on the high ranges, close to the Karnataka border. The place derives its present name from Tipu Sultan who built a fort here in the 18th century. The famous Panamarram fort here was an important military post during the Pazhassi Rebellion.

KANNUR: Kannur district derived its name from the location of its headquarters at Kannur town. The old name ‘Cannanore' is the anglicized word Kannur. Kannur, the headquarters of this district, is one of the most important sea coast towns of Kerala.

Visiting Places:- FORT ST. ANGELOS, THALASSERY FROT, MEENKUNNU BEACH , PAYYAMBALAM BEACH , MUZHAPPILANGAD BEACH.:- ST. ANGELO'S FROT:- This massive triangular structure., with a ditch and strong flanking bastions was built by the first Portuguese Viceroy in 1505. , MADAYI, MAHE:- Once a tiny French enclave on the West Coast, Mahe is now under the administrative control of the union territory of Pondicherry . Mahe is famous for its sea-skirting roads and distinct French flavor., THALASSERY.

KASARAGOD:- Kasaragod town, the headquarters of this district, is the northnmost municipal town in the state. Situated on the right bank of the mouth of the Chandragiri river, the area was once part of the Vijayanagar empire.

Visiting Place:- BEKAL The beautiful Bekal beach with Bekal fort in the background, is of great historical and archaeological interest. Once held by Tipu Sultan the fort was later incorporated into the domain of the English East India Company., CHANDRAGIRI, KANHANGAD, MANJESHWARA

MALAPPURAM : Malappuram district in Kerala is situated southeast of Kozhikode . Though Malappuram consists of majority of Muslims, it has been a centre for Hindu Vedic learning and teaching. This district is bordered by Thrissur and Palakkad districts in the South & The Nilgiri's on the east. This district has played a significant role in our freedom struggle because of the famous Mappila revolts that tool place between 1792 and 1921. The three great rivers like Chaliyar., the Kadalundi and the Bharathapuzha flows through this District.

Visiting Places:- PADINHARAKARA BEACH, KADAMPUZHA, ANGADIPURAM, THIRUNAVAYA:- Bharathapuzha dedicated to Lord Shiva was the traditional venue of the ritual of Management an enactment of traditional marital arts by suicide squads., TRIKANDIYAR, MUMBURAM, VALIYA JUMA MASJID MALAPPUARM , PAZHAYAGADI MOSQUE, KONDOTTI, MANJERI, NILAMBUR, ADYANPARA, KODIKUTHIMALA.

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