Population:
32 million
Area: 38,864 sq km
Capital:
Thiruvanathapuram
Main Language : Malayalam
When to go: October to March
India's
most densely populated region has a distinctive charm. Its attractive
palm-lined beaches - Kovalam and its quieter neighbouring resorts draw
travellers to Kerala. The backwaters beckon the visitor to catch a glimpse
of Keralan village life, while festivals are marked by great elephant
marches, snake boat races and colourful Kathakali dances. The wildlife
sanctuaries and national parks offer the opportunity for seeing wild
elephants and the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
High-level
education and health care have given Kerala an enviable reputation elsewhere
in India, and its unique balance of Hindu, Muslim and Christian, sets in
apart even from its neighbours Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Climate:
Kerala does not have an extended totally dry season characteristic
of the rest of India, but is particularly wet from June to September.
Maximum temperature rarely rise above 32oC while minimum temperature at sea
level are never below 20oC.
- Explore the backwaters abroad a kettuvalam, a traditional rice barge.
- Be enchanted by an evening of Kathakali dance theatre.
- Soak up the sun and surf on the beach at Kovalam, Varkala, Marari &
Cherai.
- Take a look at the wildlife or go on an early - morning jungle walk,
boat trip or trek at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Walk around and take in the mountain vistas and tea gardens at the
tiny hill town of Munnar & Vythiri.
- Join in the excitement of the Nehru Cup Snakeboat Race at Alappuzha.
- Admire the Portuguese, Dutch and South Indian architecture at Kochi.
Ajmer 
