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Kerala is on the southernmost tip of India. It stretches along the coast of the Arabian Sea and is separated from the rest of the sub continent by the steep Western Ghats. The state lies between 80 18 ‘ and 120 48 ‘ north latitude and 740 52′ and 770 22’ east longitude.

Kerala enjoys unique geographical features with the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 m in the east and networked by forty-four rivers, 34 lakes, canals, ponds, paddy fields that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate, a long shoreline with serene beaches, tranquil streches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations and exotic wildlife, waterfalls, sprawling plantations and paddy fields, ayurvedic health holidays enchanting art forms, magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments, exotic cuisine, all of which makes Kerala a unique experience.

For administrative purpose, the state of Kerala is divided into fourteen districts. Almost all the districts are excellent tourist destinations.

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Kerala is situated on the southwestern coast of India, a country in South Asia. This tropical paradise enjoys a unique topography with Arabian sea, a part of the Indian Ocean on the west and the Western Ghats on the east

Location : Southwestern tip of India.
Area : 38, 863 sq km.
Capital : Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
Language : Malayalam;English is widely spoken.
Time : GMT +5:30
Currency : Indian Rupee
Climate : Tropical
Summer : February – May (24 – 330C)
Monsoon : June – September (22 – 280C)
Winter : October – January (22 – 320C)
Major Cities : Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi (Ernakulam district) and Kozhikode.

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Thiruvananthapuram International Airport

Cochin International Airport (CIAL), Nedumbassery

Calicut International Airport, Karipur

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While travelling on Highways + 91 98461 00100
While travelling in Trains + 91 98462 00100

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