ABOUT KERALA

Kerala is the most advanced state in India.It has been recognized as the hundred percent literate state. Kerala is also known as the Gods Own Country.

With the Arabian Sea on the west, the Western Ghats towering 500 - 2700m on the east and networked by forty four rivers, kerala enjoys unique geographic features that have made it one of the most sought after tourism destinations in Asia.

An equable climate. A long shorline with serene beaches. Tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildife. Waterfalls, sprawling plantations and paddy fields.

Ayurvedic health holidays, enchanting art forms. Magical festivals. Historic and cultural monuments.

Tourism is Kerala's boom industry. Strategically located at the south western tip of India, Kerala enjoys unique geographic features which have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia.

The state is a breathtakingly beautiful green, greenland. Natural endowments like tranquil beaches, soothing backwaters, exhilarating hill stations, enchanting waterfalls, historic monuments, and spectacular artforms, rejuvenating health packages, exotic wildlife and year-round festivals offer excellent investment opportunities in tourism related activities.



KERALA FACT FILE


Location:Southwestern tip of India

Area:38,863 sq. km

Populations:3,18,38,619 (Census 2001)

Capital:Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)

Languages:Malayalam, English Is Widely Spoken

Religion:Hinduism, Christianity, Islam

Time:GMT + 5:30

Currency:Indian Rupee

Climate:Tropical
Summer : February - May (24 - 330°C)
Monsoon : June - September (22-28°C)
Winter : October - January (22 - 32°C)