KERALA

Thekkady

Wildlife refuge, elephants, and safaris

Thekkady is the location of the Periyar National Park, which is an important tourist attraction in the Kerala state of India.
Periyar

(784)

Rivers, wildlife refuge, and tigers

Periyar is the longest river and the river with the largest discharge potential in the Indian state of Kerala. It is one of the few perennial rivers in the region and provides drinking water
Fort Kochi

Beaches, architecture, synagogues, and art

Fort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. This is part of a handful of water-bound regions toward the south-west of the mainland Kochi, and collectively known
Vembanad

(459)

Lakes, wetlands, and lagoons

Vembanad is the longest lake in India, and the largest lake in the state of Kerala. Spanning several districts in the state of Kerala, it is known as vembanadu Lake in Kottayam Punnamada Lake
Athirappilly Falls

(3,671)

Waterfall

Athirappilly Falls, is situated in Athirappilly Panchayat, Chalakudy Taluk, Thrissur District of Kerala, India on the Chalakudy River, which originates from the upper reaches of the Western Ghats
Eravikulam National Park

(1,993)

Views & wild goats in a lush setting

This scenic natural area with wild goats & greenery has buses that take visitors up a mountain.
Cherai Beach

(1,648)

Beach and honeymoon

Cherai Beach is a beach located in Cherai, a suburb of the city Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. One of the most visited beaches in the state, it is situated at around 25 km from downtown
Padmanabhaswamy Temple

(3,443)

Monumental Hindu shrine to Vishnu

1729 temple complex, known for its towering gateway and shrine to Padmanabha reclining on a serpent.
Mattancherry Palace

(3,026)

Palace built by the Portuguese in 1555

Kerala-style palace originally built by the Portuguese in 1555 and later renovated by the Dutch.
Mattupetty Dam

(3,815)

Dam in a picturesque area with animals

This concrete dam built into a mountain has scenic surrounds & draws elephants & other animals.
Sabarimala

Temples and shrines

Sabarimala is a Hindu pilgrimage centre located at the Periyar Tiger Reserve in the Western Ghat mountain ranges of Pathanamthitta District, Perunad grama panchayat in Kerala. It is one of the
Ponmudi

Waterfalls, ecotourism, and wildlife

Ponmudi is a hill station in the Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala in India. It is located 55.2 km north-east of Trivandrum City at an altitude of 1100 m. Ponmudi peak is a part of the Western
Bekal Fort

(4,749)

Seaside fort with towers & tunnels

Sprawling fortress offering sweeping sea views, preserved battlement walls, gates & tunnels.
Ashtamudi Lake

(285)

Lake, wetland, and river

Ashtamudi Lake, in the Kollam District of the Indian state of Kerala, is the most visited backwater and lake in the state. It possesses a unique wetland ecosystem and a large palm-shaped water
Edakkal Caves

(3,880)

Secluded caves with ancient petroglyphs

Reached by hiking, these remote caves feature petroglyphs from the Stone Age, plus scenic views.
Alappuzha Beach

(1,117)

Beach

Alappuzha Beach is a beach in Alappuzha town and a tourist attraction in Kerala, India. Beach has an old pier which extend to sea is over 150 years old. Alappuzha beach host many events annually
Paradesi Synagogue

(579)

Antiques in India's oldest synagogue

Synagogue first built in 1568 for Cochin's Jewish community, now housing antiques & other artifacts.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

(1,767)

Lush sanctuary for bird watching

Lakeside bird sanctuary with an established trail system known for its domestic & migratory species.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

(857)

Lush sanctuary hosting diverse wildlife

Lush sanctuary with a diverse array of mammals, birds & amphibians, including elephants & tigers.
Chembra Peak

(317)

Mountain and lake

Chembra Peak is one of the highest peak in the Western Ghats and the highest peak in Wayanad hills, at 2,100 m above sea level. Chembra is located near the town of Meppadi and is 8 km south of
Banasura Sagar Dam

Reservoir, mountain, lake, and river

Banasura Sagar Dam, which impounds the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabini River, is part of the Indian Banasurasagar Project consisting of a dam and a canal project started in 1979. The goal
Napier Museum

(4,320)

Historical artifacts in a unique venue

Architecturally unique 19th-century building with archeological & historical artifacts, plus art.
Silent Valley National Park

(1,120)

Lush destination with unique wildlife

Large national park of rainforest & tropical evergreen forest, home to a diverse array of species.
Varkala Beach

(3,322)

Pristine shoreline with sacred waters

Tranquil beachfront with holy ocean waters believed to wash away the sins of the swimmer.
Anamudi

(346)

Mountain, wildlife, and park

Anamudi is a mountain located in the Indian state of Kerala. It is the highest peak in the Kerala and South India, at an elevation of 2,695 metres and a topographic prominence of 2,479 metres
Soochipara Falls

(2,329)

Cascading waterfall in scenic surrounds

3-tiered waterfall with a pool at the base for swimming, reachable by a 10 to 15 minute forest hike.
Kuruvadweep

(497)

Wildlife and river

Kuruvadweep' is a 950-acre protected river delta on the Kabini River in the Wayanad district, Kerala, India. Kuruvadweep is the only island surrounded with naturally purified water source in
St. Francis Church, Kochi

(415)

First European church built in India

India's first European church, built in the 15th century & home to a historic Dutch cemetery.
Hill Palace, Tripunithura

(2,958)

Historical complex with museums & parks

Large 19th-century palace complex with an archeological & heritage museum, plus unique parks.
Guruvayur Temple

(4,342)

Ancient Hindu temple complex

Temple dedicated to Vishnu in the form of Krishna with an idol thought to date back 5,000 years.
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Kochi

(543)

Stately basilica with Portuguese origins

Elegant reconstructed 1880s Catholic church originally built by the Portuguese in the 1500s.
Vadakkunnathan Temple

(1,477)

Monumental Shiva temple with shrines

Ancient Shiva temple featuring legendary murals, shrines & an annual festival for devotees.
Vypin

(85)

Beach and lighthouse

Vypin or Vypeen is one of the group of islands that form part of the city of Kochi, in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Vypin is one of the densely populated islands in Asia. The island
Muzhappilangad Beach

(1,716)

Long, sandy beach open to motor vehicles

Drive-in beach with 4 km. of firm sand & shallow water, attracting cars & motorcyclists.
Bolgatty Palace

(3,061)

Refined resort with a pool & golf course

Waterfront lodging with relaxed dining, a lounge & a pool, plus golf & Ayurvedic treatments.
Pookode Lake

(843)

Scenic lake with boats & paved trails

Hiking, boating & picnicking are popular at this freshwater lake in a lush, natural setting.
Willingdon Island

(174)

Willingdon Island is the largest artificial island in India, which forms part of the city of Kochi, in the state of Kerala, India. Much of the present Willingdon Island was claimed from the Lake
Shankumugham Beach

(1,250)

Beach

Shankumugham Beach is a beach in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, south India. The beach is on the western side of Thiruvananthapuram and very near to Trivandrum International Airport.
Thirunelli Temple

(668)

Hindu temple with ancient pillars

Venerable temple, accessible only to Hindus, with intricately carved pillars & a nearby holy stream.
The Blossom International Park

(1,947)

Sprawling park with trails & a river

Lush, expansive park known for its nature trails, bird-watching & scenic lookout points.
Palakkad Fort

(4,284)

Historic compound with trails & a temple

Built in 1766 CE, this preserved fort includes a garden & walking paths, plus a temple & playground.
Krishnapuram Palace

(551)

Artifacts & art in a Kerala-style palace

18th-century king's palace with Kerala-style architecture & a museum with historical artifacts.
Chottanikkara Temple

(1,845)

Elaborate Hindu temple with sculptures

Hindu temple complex with shrines to multiple deities, sculptures & dramatic walls of lanterns.
Palaruvi Falls

(738)

Waterfall and ecotourism

Palaruvi Falls is a waterfall located in Kollam district in the Indian state of Kerala. It is the 32nd highest waterfall in India. Palaruvi falls from a height of 300 feet and is situated at
Malampuzha Dam

Garden and reservoir

Malampuzha Dam is the largest reservoir in Kerala, located near Palakkad in south India with the scenic hills of the Western Ghats in the background. It is a combination of a masonry dam with
Kuthira Malika

Palace, museum, and architecture

Kuthira Malika is a palace built by Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma on the south-eastern side of Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram.
Neyyar Dam

(972)

Safari, wildlife, crocodile, and elephant

Neyyar dam is a gravity dam on the Neyyar River in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, South India, located on the foot of the Western Ghats about 30 km from Thiruvananthapuram. It was established
Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

(749)

Serene natural setting for bird watching

Natural habitat for diverse bird species, popular for bird watching, photography & quiet picnics.
Kannur Beach

(2,805)

Ocean park with sand, sculpture & graves

Tranquil beach area with sandy shores & swimming, plus a garden with gravesites & sculpture.
Jew Town

Synagogue