Kerala overview

Bordered by the Arabian Sea and the towering Western Ghats, and with a network of 44 rivers, Kerala boasts an exceptional geographical feature that is unique from other states in India. Kerala is one of the most famous travel destinations in Asia. Nestled in southern Kerala is the state capital Trivandrum, used by many tourists as gateway to nearby beach resorts. Meanwhile, north of the capital city are the stunning cliffs of Varkala. But the real sought-after attractions of Kerala are its networks of canals, lagoons and rivers, nourishing an infinite number of coconut groves and rice paddies. Tourists planning to take a river cruise in Kerala should try stopping at the ancient seaport of Kollam.