Take up Kerala India tourism to see serene backwaters and rolling hills, gushing waterfalls and adrenaline-pumping boat races; ancient culture in modern cities; delectable cuisine and colourful festivals..what else do one need to plan a holiday in Kerala. Hidden away in the heights of the western ghats, Kerala is known for its picturesque mist-clad hill stations, spice plantations, luxuriant forests and vivid therapeutic traditions. Shimmering With Next to the coastline, lacing the interiors of Kerala are the endless stretches of lakes and lagoons, together called the backwaters. A houseboat ride through these placid waters is a heavenly experience, with visions of true Kerala gliding silently by. Backwater tours of Kerala offer more. Enjoy Kerala holidays, the aboriginal home of ayurveda and savour the real essence of the magnificent yet unexplored sides of this magical therapy. Try one of those warm, medicated oil baths and rejuvenate your lost vigour. Travel to Kerala, God's own country to see the most famous travel attractions. Thanks to a long coastline that extends from one end to the other of Kerala, 9 out of its 14 districts have a beach to boast about. Serene, secluded and spellbinding, some of them are best in the world. Munnar : Munnar is as lovely and as beloved as the indigo “Neela Kurinji” blossoms that bloom in this region, once every 12 years. Most tourists favor Munnar and that is understandable given the panoramic views, the clean surroundings and the refreshing mountain pastures. Devikulam: Located at a distance of about 13 kms from Munnar, this hilly destination is an arcade of natural beauty with its lush foliage, exotic plant and animal life and rustic mountain life. The lakes and their mineral springs and quaint charms make Devikulam an ideal weekend getaway. Idukki : Spectacularly rich in natural beauty, Idukki is a veritable paradise of flora and fauna. Known for its spice and tea plantations, the raging rivers and the beautiful wildlife sanctuaries, Idukki is a pristine haunt for the city weary traveler. Ponmudi : About an hour's drive from the state capital, Ponmudi is a quaint hill station at an altitude of 915 m from sea level. The gurgling mountain streams, the bloom of orchids and other mountain efflorescence and the rich spice plantations make a tour to Ponmudi therapeutic to both the body and soul. Vagamon : Vagamon, reveals itself at firs glimpse as a trekker’s paradise. The various pilgrimage spots, the woody landscape and the mountain paths are all testimony that Vagamon is best viewed on foot. An increasingly popular tourist destination, Vagamon is a cultural hub in Kerala. Vythiri : Vythiri in Wayanad is known for its forested green landscape and is a treasure trove of tropical flora and fauna. The plantations, the breathtaking natural loveliness of the region and the charming mountain air give us the impression that no other place on earth can exude the essence of nature better than this rustic locale.