Kerala is a very easy place to simply sit back and enjoy. The name means “ Land of Coconuts ", and the palms shades nearly the entire state from the tropical sun. If India is an example of diversity, Kerala is a masterpiece. It is incredible how such a small strip of land can contain so many exotic ingredients.

Maybe it was Kerala's love to play host that brought the Phoenicians, Romans, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabs and the British to its welcoming shores. Maybe it was the allure of the spices. Maybe it was the Magnetism of the land.

Kerala is located at the south western tip of India with the Arabian Sea on the west and the Western Ghats , towering 500-2,700 meters on the east. The state is divided into 3 stratas -- The Coastal Lowlands, The Fertile Midlands and The Highlands. The Lowlands of Kerala are networked by endless backwaters and the delta of 44 rivers. The Midlands are rich with Cashew, Coconut, Aareca Nut, Banana, Rice, Ginger, Pepper, Sugarcane and Vegetable Plantations. The Forest Highlands abound in tea, coffee, rubber, spice plantations and wildlife reserves.

India 's most Idyllic state, Kerala-better known as "Gods Own Country"- is today one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia . One of the ten paradises of the world, Mecca of the oldest and most holistic health system- Ayurveda. Enchanting voyages of hours state of enlightment. India 's shangrilla Kerala, the land of spell-binding attractions like an equable climate, secluded beaches, palm fringed backwaters, lagoons, mist clad hill stations, lush tropical forests, waterfalls, exotic wildlife, monuments, art forms, and festivals, give kerala a distinctive charm. Kerala is a traveler's haven- its natural charm is supplemented by its friendly people.

Apart from being a much sought after tourist destination, Kerala is also India 's most advanced society. 100% literate with world class health care systems, the state has the highest density of science and technology personnel, the highest physical quality of life in India, India's highest life expectancy and lowest infant mortality rates, India's most affluent state with best law and order conditions. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is also India 's cleanest and greenest state, ranking her so high amongst the must-see tourist destinations of the world.

A meandering cruise down the back waters, a lazy day by the sea, an adventurous trek up the winding hill ways, a rendezvous with the wild, or a spectacular evening of fire works and festivity the options Kerala offers to holidaying tourist are as varied as they are irresistible. And what's better, all these experiences are less than two hours from each other. An advantage no other destination offers.