KERALA

                  Kerala is southernmost state in India. Its unique geographic characteristic and abundant  temples have earned it the name of God’s on country. Kerala is well known for its hill station, plantations ,lush greenery, waterfalls, beaches and serene backwaters. Additionally Kerala culture is one of a kind and has its deep history rooted in centuries ago.

 Kerala, a land of cultural diversity is a complete whole made up of a blending of various religions, communities, religional cultures and language variations. Kerala culture can be compared to a chain made of different coloured beads& the thread through which the beads are strung is the Malayalam language. The cultural variety of Kerala was created by its unique geographic features as it lies between the Arabian sea and the Western Ghats.
 

        Kerala had remained as a unique cultural zone from ancient times, it became politically united with the formation of the Kerala state. This land which lay divided in to the Travancore and Kochi Kingdoms and Malabar district in the Madras Presidency under the British rule, became a single state on November1,1956.Kerala is bordered by Tamil Nadu on its east and south, by Karnataka on its north and north east and by the Arabian sea on its west.
 

       Kerala is a land of coconuts. Everywhere you go , you will find plenty of coconut trees. Kerala in fact, has derived its name from coconut trees. The name Kerala is derived from the root word Keram, which in Malayalam means Coconut tree.

      Kerala is the most literate state in India to attain 100% literacy. Programs like literacy Mission and Kerala State government’s education efforts have achieve this feat. This is the key for socio-economic growth here.

                  

Kerala culture and traditions have survived through centuries. The main classical dances of Kerala are Kathakali, Mohiniattam, Theyyam  and Thullal. Apart from these there are many more tradition art and dance forms in Kerala, which are on display all over the state during any festivals and functions.

Health sector is another factor that makes us proud. It can be compared even to the developed countries. Life expectancy here is 71 for male and 75 for female. Kerala was rated as the most baby friendly state with the lowest infant mortality rates and the best health care model by UN. Ayurveda has its historical roots in India from over 5000 years and this tradition has sustained through the centuries. In Kerala culture even today, Ayurveda is treated as mainstream form of healthcare and medicines and the locals prefer Ayurveda over modern medicine.
Kerala is peaceful state to live. Fantastic landscapes from neelgiris to drive in beaches ,rich in art, vivid traditions and a real tourist destination in all meaning.