Kerala's history is closely
linked with its commerce, which until recent times revolved around its spice
trade. Celebrated as the Spice Coast of India, ancient Kerala played host to travelers
and traders from across the world including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Chinese,
Portuguese, Dutch, French and the British. Almost all of them have left their
imprint on this land in some form or the other - architecture, cuisine,
literature.
With the Arabian Sea in the
west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m 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 stretches 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, each of these charming destinations is only
a two hour drive from the other - a singular advantage no other destination
offers.
Kerala, India's most
advanced society: With one hundred percent literacy. World-class health care
systems. India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates. The
highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is
India's cleanest state.
Geography
With the Arabian Sea in the
west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty-four
rivers, Kerala enjoys diverse geographical features. Kerala is divided into
three geographical regions: Highlands, which slope down from the Western Ghats
onto the Midlands of undulating hills and valleys into an unbroken coastline
with many picturesque backwaters, interconnected with canals and rivers. The
Western Ghats are nowhere more than 120 kms from the sea.
Seasons
Bestowed with a pleasant and
equable climate throughout the year, Kerala is a tropical land with the coast
running down its entire length and the Western Ghats forming a protective
barrier against the dry winds from up north. The monsoons (June-September &
October-November) and summer (February-May) are the seasons markedly
experienced here, while winter is only a slight drop in temperature from the
normal range of 28-32°C.
People and Life
Kerala is one of India's
most progressive states in terms of social welfare and quality of life. The
State boasts of one of India's highest literacy rates, highest life expectancy
and lowest child mortality rates. The literacy rate for women is one of the
highest in all of Asia. Enjoying a unique cosmopolitan viewpoint, the people of
Kerala, at all levels of society, have greater access to services and
opportunities - as well as a greater say in their governance.
Ayurveda in Kerala
Synonymous with lush greenery, Kerala has some of the best hill stations
that can make their counterparts of the north, a run for their money. The
geography of the state speaks of the hill stations, which are settled on the
high altitudes of the western ghats. Blessed with a tropical fauna, these
highlands greatly add to the exotic appeal of the state.
Eco Tourism in Kerala
Also known as "God's Own Country", Kerala is blessed with a
landscape that promises to charm all the travelers on a trip to Kerala. Home to
the famed backwaters of Kerala, the state is also surrounded by a riot of green
in the forms of rich forest and sprawling plantations of spices, tea and a number
of other crops. Thus, the state is one of the most active promoters of
ecotourism in India and a trip of ecotourism in kerala is fast becoming one of
the most popular holidays in the world.
Conclusion
It would be very much adequate if they manage to continue such practices
among the entire state and also within the entire country of India. Their
highly develop health care system really enables them to attract foreign
patients from abroad.
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