1. Alleppey (Alappuzha)
Famous for: Backwaters & Houseboats
Often called the “Venice of the East,” Alleppey is renowned for its tranquil backwaters, lush paddy fields, and scenic houseboat cruises through palm-fringed canals.
2. Munnar
Famous for: Tea Plantations & Hill Scenery
This beautiful hill station in the Western Ghats is covered with endless tea estates, misty hills, and waterfalls. It’s a perfect escape for nature lovers and honeymooners.
3. Kochi (Cochin)
Famous for: Colonial Heritage & Port City
A bustling port city with a mix of Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture. Highlights include Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, Mattancherry Palace.
4. Wayanad
Famous for: Forests, Wildlife & Waterfalls
A serene and green district with lush forests, trekking trails, waterfalls, caves, and wildlife sanctuaries. Ideal for eco-tourism and adventure.
5. Thekkady
Famous for: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Home to the Periyar National Park, this is a great place for wildlife safaris, bamboo rafting, and spice plantation tours. Spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife.
6. Kumarakom
Famous for: Backwaters & Bird Sanctuary
A quieter alternative to Alleppey, offering serene backwater experiences and bird watching at the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.
7. Varkala
Famous for: Cliffs & Beaches
Varkala has unique red cliffs next to the Arabian Sea, with clean beaches, seaside shacks, and natural springs. It’s also known for the Janardanaswamy Temple.
8. Kovalam
Famous for: Beaches & Ayurveda
Popular for its crescent-shaped beaches, especially Lighthouse Beach. It also offers Ayurvedic treatments and water sports.
Read also-Top ten places to visit in Himachal Pradesh.
9. Athirappilly
Famous for: Waterfalls (the “Niagara of India”)
A breathtaking waterfall located in the Thrissur district. It’s surrounded by lush rainforest and has been featured in many Indian films.
10. Thrissur
Famous for: Culture & Festivals
Known as the cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur hosts the Thrissur Pooram festival, one of India’s grandest temple festivals. It also has many ancient temples and churches.
