''God''s own country, is the crown that has been bestowed upon ''Kerala'', the great coastal getaway of India.This strip
of coastal territory is a true slice of paradise of undulating coconut tree groves and golden sandy coast.The ancient charm and mystry that permeates this land takes you to a different world away from the pitfalls of the concrete jungle.You should ideally start your journey from ''Trivandrum'' the southern most tip of Kerala and also the capital of the state.Visit the ''Napier Museum'' among the other memorable cultural centers.Drive down to ''Kovalam'' a scenic spot with its white sands and
turquoise waters.The serenity of the spot makes it a favorite of the honeymooning couples.Activities that you can engage in here are water-skiing, snorkeling and body surfing. You may indulge in the ''Royal'' treatment of an ancient ''Ayurvedic massage'' too.Make ''Cochin'' your next stop.It is a vibrant city with a lot of museums, palaces and other amazing places which are worth a visit. Do not miss the St Francischurch where ''Vasco Da Gama'', was once buried. Don''t forget to visit the ''Dutch Palace'' and the even more famous ''Jewish Synagogue'', built in 1568 it is the oldest surviving synagogues in the world.The food here is absolutely fabulous ,try the ''Karimeen Fry'' a fish which is only available in these waters.While here, a visit to the ''Willingdon Islands'' is a must.The Colonial Bungalows and the golden coastline makes the experience unforgettable.Your next stop should be the ''Periyar Sanctuary'' also known as the''Thekkadi''.It is 350 miles of dense forest with a man made lake in the center.Take the early morning boat ride followed by an exiting jungle trek.The
backwaters of Kerala are one of the most beautiful places on earth and the gateway to them is ''Kollam''. It is at the edge of the ''Ashtamudi'' lagoon which is surrounded by lush coconut groves and cashew plantations. The best way to enjoy your visit is to hire a ''Kettuvalam'', a type of house-boat and cruise along the coast line to the last point of your journey, ''Alleppy''.Aleppy is the heart of the Kerala backwaters. The emerald greens, the turquoise blues and the golden paddy fields of Alleppy will keep calling you back to this coastal paradise for many years to come.