Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken.
— Oscar Wilde.
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Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken.
— Oscar Wilde.
This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.
Kerala always seems to be one of the fascinating tourist destinations in the world. I am quite sure that nobody needs prior information about the state and its eccentric culture and traditions. There was a time when travellers from various corners of the world hesitate to visit the marvellous due to its scary geographical conditions and uncivilized culture. But now things have changed in every aspect, the residents or natives of Kerala are whole-heartily accepting the changes and welcoming the advancement in technology, science and as well as in the living of standard. The state is not highly enriched in culture and diversity but also richly populated in mind-blowing tourist destinations and breathtaking hill stations. The alluring beauty and picture-perfect landscape attract travellers across the globe. Understanding the scope of tourism the authorities of Kerala took the initiatives to enhance the tourist sites by providing the basic facilities irrespective of gender and age.
How beautiful is Kerala?
Within a decade Kerala has turned out to be the most popular and admired travel destination in the world. It not only marvels the hearts of the travellers by showcasing the outstanding scenic images with an amazing collection of fauna and flora roaming in the thickly populated forest regions. But also it provides immense opportunities to explore one’s talent and bravery by offering adventures activities such as paragliding, mountaineering, parasailing, nature walk, trekking, bamboo rafting, scuba diving and many more. In short, one could say Kerala is actually a fusion of both entertainment and adventures and it is cent per cent true in all terms.
Afraid of COVID-19

But with the impact of pandemic COVID-19 the whole is spending their every day and time with fear when and where would they life end or when they will lose their dear ones (friends, relatives and so on). Due to the Corona virus the people across the globe are afraid of leaving their house or to explore the unvisited tourist destination as they used to practise before the pandemic disease. When we take the graph most of the Middle-East countries and Western nations were badly infected with the disease. As a Keralite, it is really prideful moment to tell that our state was the only part in the world that adequate measures to prevent the wide spreading of the viral disease and was able to bring under the control. Therefore, when compared to any other developed nations Kerala, the southernmost state could invite the travellers along with their families to explore the audacious beauty of the lush green nature. It would be really unbelievable at least for some that there are many travellers from various corners of the world have already purchased the family tour packages.
How Kerala faced pandemic COVID-19?

It is really happy to know that Kerala is one of the few states that has the highest COVID recovery rate and lowest mortality in India. Kerala is the only state where a large number of COVID tests have been conducted on a weekly and daily basis in reputed private as well as government hospitals under the authorisation of the health department of Kerala. Kerala, popularly known as ‘god’s own country’ is the first state that to apply for Convalescent Plasma Therapy and received the ICMR approval. Travellers if unfortunately if you infected of the CORONA virus, do not worry as the state has two COVID hospitals in every district. For the betterment of the health of the patients, the health department of the state has appointed nearly thousands of medical practitioners in every district. Hence when you explore the state, without any fear you can enjoy your holidays with your family as in each nook and corner you could avail of services at cheap rates. Because of this exciting feature, many travel enthusiasts are purchasing tour packages to the state especially from the neighbouring state such as Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad and so on. There might be chances for travellers not to reach the hospitals and receive adequate treatments. Hence with the telemedicine service, you can buy the services and cure your illness. If you still think that state’ medical services are not up to the standard, I would like to just say one thing, there are two patients of age 88 years and 93 have been discharged from the government hospital after recovering from the pandemic COVID-19.
How Kerala government helped the common people during the pandemic COVID-19?

To help the common people, the Kerala state had issued a package of INR 2000 cr. It was for the first time in the history of Kerala the government issued free grain for a month irrespective of their financial status (i.e. APL and BPL). They also extended the period of loans, repay of bills such as electricity, school-college fees, and so on. The government tried its best to reduce the burden of the common people by implementing many new agendas and rules.
When you visit Kerala?
As the world is still going through the pandemic disease, when you visit the state for a period of fewer than 7 days, you will not be required to go for quarantine else you will be asked to produce a COVID negative certificate from ICMR or state-approved laboratory. Also, the travellers are requested to register themselves in the ‘COVID Jagratha Portal’. If you are purchasing the tour packages from Gogeo Holidays, they will provide adequate details about the same in a detailed manner.
Once Kerala was known to be as a home to many underrated superstitions. The whole world considered Kerala as the ‘mental asylum’, thinking that Keralites does not have any value towards education or economic development. As years passed Malayalees understood for what element they should give prime importance and what should be avoided. Their wisdom gained many attributes to the marvellous state. The state slowly came to know as one of the developing states and also the only state that gains cent per cent literacy every year. It is really not possible for one to list out all the noteworthy attributes that make the state so famous. Even though Kerala is in the developing path still people fear to visit the state and enjoy its beguiling beauty. The reasons may vary from person to person. Apart from attributes, the state is well-renowned for protecting many astounding tourist destinations such as Munnar, Wayanad, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram and so on. Many eminent writers have tried to best to portray the magnificent beauty of the alluring nature through words. But there are limitations to express the scenic charm of nature through the verbal method. Therefore the most effective way to marvel the surreal beauty is by purchasing the tour packages at affordable prices from authorised travel operators like Gogeo Holidays. An unexplored tour always becomes noteworthy only when you have a group of friends with you. Before talking more about the packages let us have a small glimpse on the mind-blowing tourist destinations situated in the various parts of the state. Kanaki hills situated in the northern district of Kerala called Kannur. Kanaki hills are known to be one of the fascinating hill stations present in the Malabar Coast. The scenic beauty the hill offers to the travellers could not be compared with anything else.
The striking Kanaki hills

Kanaki hills situated in the Iritty, Kannur are famously known as the ‘Queen of Hills’ in Kerala. The audacious beauty of the breathtaking Kanaki hills could not be described in mere words. To witness the stupendous beauty of the people of the surrounding from various corners of the nation such as Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bangalore by purchasing the tour packages at cheap prices from Gogeo Holidays. As the marvellous Kanaki hill station shares its space with the neighbouring state, Karnataka you can enjoy its beauty too without flying there. Isn’t it amazing? Kanaki hills mainly share the borders with Coorg forest therefore you can capture the amazing images of fauna and flora that are only seen in the neighbouring state. Even though the Kanaki hill is a captivating tourist destination there are many limitations for the travellers to visit the place. But as we all are familiar with the common English proverb called ‘where there is a will; there is away’. Therefore, when tourist decides to visit the region they will never consider the obstacles that come in front of them. Before you conquer the summit of the mountain you could encounter a beautiful dedicated to goddess Durga. Post to the Durga temple the lanes would be not well-conditioned hence the travel would be really critical and tedious. Therefore to make your journey more effective and intriguing you can opt for a 4X4 jeep rides. Upon reaching the top of the mountain you will truly remain speechless. The incredible beauty will rejuvenate your tiring body. When climbing the bare hills is careful, there might be chances for wild animals to wander in the richly populated forest regions. As Brahmagiri forest is situated next to the hills there are chances for the animals to harm you. Therefore before you start your trekking seek permission from the forest department. Another speciality of the Kanaki hills is the region is the scintillating place would be enveloped by the dark clouds as soon as the hour hand reaches 6 in the watch. Hence you should either vacate the place before the 6 pm or must obtain permission to stay back night on the top of the hills. By setting up the tent on the top of the mountain you can enjoy the beauty of the crystal clear sky in the dark mode. The ambiguity of the dark sky could not be explained in single words. While enjoying the beauty of the sky do not forget to listen to the conversation of the heavy clouds. Even though you do not understand their language you could enjoy their rhythm. The nocturnal fauna will help you to remain to awaken throughout the night. If unknowingly you fall into asleep don’t worry the day time birds especially the migratory birds and cuckoo will try their best to wake you up by singing melodious songs.
How to commute to Kanaki hills?

Kanaki hill is one of the fabulous hill stations that attract hundreds of travel lovers from various corners of the world. As mentioned earlier Kerala is on the enhancing path the state has opened many doors for making the transportation smoother and effective. Kanaki hill, situated in Kannur district shelter railway station and a well-functioning international airport. To make your exploration more safe and interesting, contact the customer representatives of Gogeo Holidays. They always provide outstanding hospitality services with excellent accommodation and modern amenities. To make your journey remarkable and memorable accompany your dear friends and family with you. Don’t be late to grab the tour packages before anyone else buys it. For more details establish a good relationship with their staff members.
Writing this blog is a kind of tedious task. It is nothing that I am not interested but the fact is I do not know how I should begin and what I should write first. Actually, I really want to share the sweet and unforgettable experience I and my family had in Kerala. The resplendent beauty of the state encompassed with wide varieties of natural resources always makes me speechless. For readers, it is really an easy and effortless task to enchant the beauty literally. But for a writer, it is really a cumbersome work. If someone asks me to explain the meticulous beauty of the lush green state in mere words without any doubt I would fantastic and fabulous. Annually the stupendous nature welcomes around hundreds of hundred tourists from various country. To avoid all kinds of constraints and stress most of the travellers like to buy the tour packages at cheap prices from an authorized travel agency. The alluring beauty and generous people of Kerala propelled us to extend our holidays but to other factors, with a broken heart we were forced to bid adieu to ‘god’s own country’. How could I forget to explain the sincere support and guidance provided to us by the well-renowned tour operator called Gogeo Holidays? More than the nature walk and shopping me and my cousins were deeply immersed in exploring the magnificent beauty of emerald surroundings by indulging in adventurous activities. To know more about it just narrow down the following paragraphs.

I mainly practised 4 major enthralling events namely canoeing and kayaking, trekking, wild safari, and bird watching. You might be thinking that the latter two events would be comparatively easy than others. But trust me those events was really tough for me and my family. Strolling through the midst of the forest, richly populated with tall trees is really a challenging task. When you once stepped into Kerala for a moment you will be totally confused whether it is really Kerala or Thailand because the edges of pavements in the state are bordered with pal,-fringed coconut trees. As the state is blessed with the moderate climate we were able to traverse through the unexplored lanes as much as we can. When strolling the through the forest we encountered many rare and unseen species of flora and fauna. To make our exploration more comfortable and intriguing we hired a 4 X 4 jeep. It was our luck that our driver was a Tamilan as we were hailing from Chennai. In fact, it was like applying icing on the cake. Along with we tried to capture the amusing images of many unknown birds including the migratory birds seen in various corners of the forest. I exactly do not remember the names of the forest but it was situated in the unexplored areas of Kannur and Wayanad. But these districts seem to carry many astounding wonders of nature. How I could conclude my jungle exploration without mentioning the stunning charm of the cascading waterfalls. Words are insufficient to express the stupendous beauty of the waterfalls in mere words.

If you ask me when and how the level of my self-confidence was increased without any doubt I could say it was when practising trekking on the breathtaking mountains. The mountains of Kannur and Wayanad were decorated with grasses up to knee-length and hence made our intriguing exploration tedious. But still, we did not lose our hope and with full confidence, we ascended to the summit of the mountain. I could not explain the view or the sight that we witnessed from the top of the mountain. It would be really a big loss for the people who fail to carry a binocular and a high-resolution camera with them. On reaching the top of the mountain it was really hard for us to decide what should be done first whether to enjoy eh fascinating charm of nature or to set a tent and get ready for the overnight games. When purchasing the tour packages of our family we had already mentioned our interest f overnight stay and campfire. As soon as the sunset we set up a tent and got ready to welcome the moon and stars, the source of light during the evenings. Even though there were only a few stars on the sky their illumination was enough to guide all kinds of minute creatures on the land. As everybody wanted to receive the first rays of sun rays we tried our best not to fall into a deep sleep. But at times unknowingly we immersed in deep sleep but the nocturnal birds and animals with their murmuring helped us to remain to awaken until the sun rises from the east.

Early morning along with the humming of birds our great source of light rose from the eastern side. Most of the plants bloom the moment the rays of the sun fall on them. The whole emerald surrounding across our tent was dazzling like a gemstone, we started our day by sipping a cup of hot black tea and some crispy toast. By 10 am we started our shopping. The districts are well-renowned for handicraft products, spices and homemade sweets and so on. All this would not have happened if Gogeo holidays had not appointed a well-efficient tour guide. They also curated an excellent itinerary for enjoying the surreal beauty of the green nature. if you really want to spend your holidays communicated with their staff members also.
Knowing that tomorrow is Sunday I did not set alarm and woke up at 8 am. I am such a person who loves to sleep a lot. But due to my office schedules and professional constraints, I am forced to wake up early. As Sunday is always known to be a fun day for everyone across the world, I had already decided to make this Sunday into a fabulous day. As per plans I and my friends decided to do a little bit shopping and followed it we also planned to watch our favourite hero’s movie and then to have a scrumptious meal. According to our timetable, I got ready and started to drive in my new celerio car to one of the well-reputed shopping malls in the city. Over there 2 of my friends called Rochelle, Disha was waiting for me as soon as I reached there Richelle also arrived there. As everybody knows girls are always fond of costumes and cosmetic items we first entered the shop that sells only branded items. After doing the shopping we ran to the multiplex. The movie was about to start when we entered the theatre. It was one of the blockbuster movies of the year called Chennai Express. We were really happy to be part of such a wonderfully entertaining movie. We enjoyed each and every second. Not only the actors and story but the location where it was cast was really fabulous. I was truly lured by the backdrops seen in every song.

While savouring the mouth-watering delicacies I was busy surfing on the internet to track the location where the movie especially the songs were cast. After browsing nearly for 10-15 minutes finally, I got a destination. It was none other than the captivating hill station called Munnar situated in the southern parts of Kerala. I showed some of the alluring pictures of Munnar as well as other nearby hill stations to my friends. After making glimpse of the photographs my Richelle asked ‘Guys, Why we can’t plan an exciting trip to Kerala?’ The question really struck us. Even though we 4 girls were fond of exploration; a journey to such a far place was really challenging for us. Although we really wanted to discover the natural bliss of Kerala; the long-distance hindered us to think more on it. But it was Disha and Richelle who forced me and Rochelle to change our minds and accept the adventurous task. They also added that to make the journey stress-free we can avail of tour packages from any of the reputed travel planners. The remedy reduces our fear and asked them to wait for a day until we receive a green signal from our parents. After pleading and requesting to our parents they agreed for the adventurous group trip. By the time Disha had contacted Gogeo Holidays that curates excellent travel packages for the group of travel enthusiasts.

In each and every part of the journey, we really felt it was really great idea of seeking the exciting services from Gogeo Holidays. Because they helped us not only in exploring the magnificent beauty of the tourist place but also ensured our privacy and safety. The moment we boarded the flight to Cochin International Airport the staff of the Gogeo treated us like a special guest and provided all sorts of modern amenities. As we reached Idukki district, (known as the haven of hill stations) by the noon soon after a savouring delicious meal we had a small nap and followed to it we started our exploration. Munnar was a little far away from our hotel and hence we decided to explore it beguiling beauty the next day. Our tour guide took us to Vattavada hill station. It is the only place in the entire district where one could find wide varieties of vegetables and fruits. The short tour from our hotel to Vattavada was truly alluring. The audacious beauty of tea leaves and serene beauty of nature lured our hearts, for a second we thought as if we were traversing in heaven. As we are residing in Bangalore it was really hard for us to enjoy the serenity of nature enriched with wide varieties of resources. As mentioned earlier Vattavada is known for the paradise of natural food products, the moment we entered the region our tour guide handed over a basket to each of us so that we could pluck as many fruits and vegetables as possible.

While plucking the beautiful and tasty fruits some of the butterflies of varied shapes and colours were roaming around us. All the butterflies were tweeting among themselves. For a second I thought they might be asking among themselves “who gave permission to these humans to trespass into our area?” The cool ambience and pleasant weather helped us to revitalize our tiring souls and refresh our minds. Situated at an elevation of 5000 m Vattavada provided us with an excellent panoramic view of the lush green surroundings. Standing on various parts of the tourist destination we clicked awesome images of us with the emerald environment as a backdrop. In the night we arranged a marvellous night camp by burning the logs of twigs and woods collected from various parts of the region. After spending an exciting day in Vattavada the very next day we proceeded to Munnar, one of the eye-catching tourist destinations in entire south India; situated 30 km east of Vattavada. Usually, the journey from Bangalore to Kerala used to be very expensive but as we purchased the tour packages from Gogeo Holidays the expenses remained within our budget. They always try to curate the packages at affordable prices and provide excellent hospitality services.
There are many people in the world who are in search of immense solitude and peace of mind. The present-day busy schedules and unreachable professional goals force mankind to work like robots or machines. When working like an ass for the whole day, knowingly or unknowingly you are ruining your precious moments with your families and friends. Always remember during your retirement age only the memories you weaved with your dear ones will be there with you. Therefore instead of dedicating your entire precious seconds to your financial aims to divide your time so that can entertain yourself in your way. You won’t find any difficulty in choosing the best tourist destination for you and your family. Nowadays most of the places are designed in such a manner that it enables people of all ages to celebrate their leisure time in their style. When speaking about the tourist destination the picture that runs into your mind will be that of beautiful surroundings encircled with tall trees oscillating in the cool breeze and amazing collection of fauna and flora roaming in the richly populated wood areas. While describing the dream tourist destination the picture that runs into my mind is none other than the bottom-most state of India called Kerala. One whole document would not be enough to explain the magnificent beauty of the state. Hundreds of travel enthusiasts along with their family members flock to the most beautiful state to enchant its audacious beauty and charm y purchasing the tour packages. Among the several famous tourist places in Kerala Udumbanchola plays a significant role in grabbing tourist from various corners of the world. To know more about the fascinating facts on Udumbanchola just scroll down the following paragraphs.
The fabulous Udumbanchola

Udumbanchola is known to be one of the largest taluks in Kerala. With its magnificent beauty and composition of evergreen trees and breathtaking hills attracts many adventure enthusiasts to practise various forms of trekking and nature walk. Even though it is situated in Idukki district, Udumbanchola shares its space with the neighbouring state called TamilNadu. Therefore when you interact with the local communities you may encounter people communicating both in Malayalam and Tamil languages respectively. There are many noteworthy features in Udumbanchola that make it a unique tourist destination in entire south India. It is the only place in Kerala where you can find nearly 40 different types of orchids! As the region is abundantly blessed in biodiversity, the Kerala state biodiversity has termed the Udumbanchola as ‘preservation of biodiversity-rich segments of Udumbanchola taluk’. Only to view it travellers along with their family members gush to Kerala by purchasing the tour packages at cheap prices. Some of the popular tourist attractions of the region are Karithode waterfalls and Mathikettanshola national park.

A leisure trip without your legs getting wet in the crystal-clear waterfall plunging from tall mountains would surely be a big loss. When compared to other waterfalls Karithode waterfalls seem to be reliable and safe as it does not consist of any kinds of hazards. Sprawled in an area of 350 m Karithode waterfalls seem to be an ideal destination for travel lovers and especially small kids. The three-layered waterfall will help you to maintain fresh vibes in you. The unpolluted air, calm ambience and immense solitude and pleasant environment of Karithode attract many people across the globe. The scenic nature over there will never disappoint you. Therefore when you are in Idukki make sure you visit the place. If you are a trek lover Mathiketan shola national park would be the correct destination for you. The stupendous charm of the park could be not described in simple sentences. Once you enter the park, I am dam sure you would be losing your path or get confused with the paths. Due to this characteristic, the park is named as Mathiketan shola that means ‘mind confuser’ in the Tamil language. The immense cultivation of cardamom made the region to be known as ‘cardamom reserve’. Mathiketan shola national park is known to conserve many rare and endangered species of wild animals. So when you are in the park, do not forget to carry a high-resolution camera to catch the glimpses of varied types of animals and birds. If you are lucky enough you can view the herds of elephants and other animals roaming in the dense forest areas.
Different Ways to Commute to udumbanchola

As Udumbanchola is situated in the midway of Munnar and Kumily in Idukki, you can explore the magnificent beauty of the regions when you are there. If you are planning to discover the magical beauty of the scenic place book the air tickets to either Cochin International Airport or to Madurai International Airport. If you are love to travel long you can purchase train tickets to Kottayam railway station. From the railway station, you are supposed to travel 85 km to the tourist destination, Udumbanchola.
To make your tour in Kerala awesome and inspiring, grab the tour packages from Gogeo Holidays. As they have the ability to read the desires and pulse of the customers, they curate tour packages accordingly. They not only fabricate packages to families but also to the group of travel enthusiasts. They always emphasize in designing tour packages to unexplored tourist destinations such as Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Malappuram and so on. To know more about their fascinating tour services contact with their extraordinary and smart customer support executives. To enjoy a stress-free journey, grab the packages before it expires.
Kerala is one of the alluring travel destinations in the world. It would be hard for a person to stroll the entire southernmost state of India in a few days. It would be a cumbersome task for one to point out the most captivating factor that grabs the tourist from various corners of the world to Kerala. Among the several fascinating features the picturesque landscapes, breathtaking hill stations, pristine beaches, tranquil backwaters, and mind-blowing collection of fauna and flora attracts the travellers across the globe and propel them to purchase an exciting group tour package from famous tour planners. Kerala is not only the land of wonders and marvellous scenic locations but also a haven for an adventure enthusiast. A wide array of enthralling activities makes Kerala a favourite destination among the tourists. Along with the natural resources, the unique ancient art forms also play a vital role in promoting tourism in the state. Every state and country have their art form and some of them will be a signature for them. One such art form that popularized the state of Kerala is the Margamkali. Margamkali is the eccentric dance art of Christians in the olden days. The peculiar dance steps and fanatic dance attires make the art a luring factor to grab the art lovers from various corners of the world. Narrow down the following paragraphs and absorb the important points regarding the amusing art form called Maragamkali.
Margamkali; a unique dance form of St. Thomas Christians
Even though Margamkali is practised among all the Christian communities, it first originated among the strong believers of St. Thomas and also Knanaya communities. Historians say that the ancient Christian art form has a strong resemblance with the art forms of Malabar Jews. Some others state that most of the dance steps of Margamkali has been adopted from the local art forms like Yathra Kali and Sangam Kali practised by the higher caste called Namboothiri of those days. In colloquial language ‘Margam’ means ‘path’ or ‘way’. The main context of the Margamkali is the brief story of the St. Thomas, the apostle of Jesus Christ. The art form elaborately explains the life history of the saint, his works, sufferings and the hospitality he enjoyed in Kerala and so on.
Some intriguing notes on Margamkali dance artform

As everybody knows most of the art forms of the olden days are disappearing from the surface of the earth. In olden days Margamkali was practised on special days such as church festivals, marriage ceremonies and so on. To preserve such artforms the state government of Kerala have included these spectacular dance forms in the various competitions in the school and college levels. Witnessing the ancient artforms will help you to learn the various incidents and cultures of the olden days that we haven’t heard or read in any history classes and books. It would be a golden opportunity for the present generations to participate in such events and to be part of ancient times. So, when you purchase the tour packages to Kerala at cheap prices don’t forget to watch the mesmerizing Margamkali. To make your journey hassle-free avail of the tour services from the well-renowned travel operators. Gogeo holidays curate the packages for the travel enthusiasts residing in the metropolitan cities such as Bangalore, Mumbai and Chennai.
Initially, a dozen male artists used to perform the scintillating dance form. Now the male dancers have been replaced by the female. The dancers appear on the stage by wearing the traditional clothes called dhoti and blouse, famously known as ‘mundu’ and ‘chatta’ in colloquial language with red and gold borders. Along with the unique costumes they also wear the ornaments that highlight the Christian religion such as ‘Mekka Mothiram’ and also by wearing bangles on the ankles and hands. Unlike any other dance forms, Markamkali dance forms do not use any external musical instruments other than the two palm-sized cymbals. They dance in front of the lighted lamp which denotes Jesus Christ. The 12 performers denote the 12 disciples of Jesus Christ. There will be two persons who sung the song describing the works of St. Thomas. The song consists of more than 5 stanzas.
MargamKali has strong similarities with other art forms

Many scholars have reported that Margamkali has a strong influence with other national and international art forms such as miracle plays of the United Kingdom and social amusements of famous Babylonia. Margamkali has a strong influence with the other Hindu art forms of Kerala called Chattira Ankam, Samghamakalli, and Panemkali of the upper caste known as Namboothiri. It was in 1910, a collection of famous Margamkali pattukal was published by the famous writer called Putehnpurakkal Uthup Lukose. Along with Markamkali, devotees also practised Vattakali or round dance and Pallipattu and so on.
Margamkali is widely practised in the southern parts of Kerala
Margamkali is widely practised by the Malankara Christians. To enjoy the beauty of the dancers’ avail of the packages to the southern parts of Kerala namely Thrissur, Ernakulum, Alleppey, Kottayam, Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram. But now you can catch its glimpses in the school and college-level competitions.
Hope you would have gathered the vital information regarding the marvellous art form of Kerala called Margamkali from the above paragraphs. If you want to learn more about the ancient art forms similar to Margamkali grab the packages from Gogeo Holidays. They curate the packages by inculcating mind-blowing destinations such as Munnar, Thekkady, Wayanad, Kannur and so on. To give a brief idea about the unique culture and traditions they include places where the eccentric artforms are performed. To avoid the last moment rush, grab the packages as soon as possible. You can clarify all your queries regarding the tour services by communicating with their customer representatives during the office hours. When you pack your bags for the thrilling Kerala trip do not forget to include a high-resolution camera with you so that you can capture the splendid images of the state and its unique features.
Are you getting mad with your daily chores? Do you think you need some sorts of rejuvenation and enjoyment? If so, avail of exotic tours to serene places in the nation. There are many places in the universe that helps mankind to relax and unwind their tired soul and minds with dear ones. According to the studies it is revealed that nature carries some magical power to heal the inner wounds and sorrows. Enchanting the beguiling beauty of unexplored places embodied with pristine water bodies, amusing flowers blooming under the bright rays of the sun, an amazing array of rare species of fauna and flora, scintillating backwaters carrying the houseboats and more. Words are not enough to describe the resplendent beauty of alluring nature and its resources. When speaking about India how one could forget to praise the undistinguished beauty of the bottom-most state called Kerala. Even though it is lying at the bottom, the state actually carries some incredible gems of nature. Mankayam waterfalls situated in the governing region of Kerala known as Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most captivating and thrilling tourist destinations. Hundreds of hundreds of travellers from various parts of the nation and world grab the tour packages at cheap packages from the well-renowned tour operators for their families. To know more about the fascinating features of Mankayam scroll down the following paragraphs and gather the information.
Mankayam Waterfalls

Positioned at a height of 500 m from the mean sea level Mankayam is located in Nedumangad taluk in Thiruvananthapuram. The glittering milky Mankayam waterfall is situated on the banks of the tributary of Chittar River called Mankayam River. It gives an awe-inspiring view when it cascades from the Chemunchi ranges when flowing through the Brimore forest at Agasthyarkoodam. When exploring the Manakayam River do not forget to enjoy the beauty of the two waterfalls called Kalkayyam and Kurishadi waterfalls. The latter one is prominent for bathing and fun activities. The former waterfall is known for its irreplaceable beauty and charm. Most of the nature enthusiast who purchases the tour packages for their family to the state will definitely include Kalkayam waterfalls in their itinerary. Do not forget to soak your feet in the pool formed by the waterfalls. The local residents’ comment that the water of the stream carries some rare medicinal properties. The short path from Mankayam to Kalkayam is overwhelming in green colour. The terrains are been decorated with trees of evergreen and semi-evergreen grasslands. Before exploring the splendid beauty of the region you are supposed to seek prior permission from the concerned forest authorities. On reaching the spot you can take the guidance from the forest guides working in the Vanasamrakshana Samithi (forest protection group) under the Forest department of Kerala. To enjoy the marvellous beauty of the meandering waterfalls and entire region blanketed by the emerald plantation of thick vegetation you will have to climb to the viewpoints. More than the Keralites it is non-Malayalees from Chennai, Bangalore, and Pune and so on visit the fabulous Mankayam to explore its magnificent beauty.
How to explore the fabulous surroundings of Mankayam waterfalls?

Mankayam is known to be a haven for photography enthusiast and nature lovers. Apart from enjoying the untouched beauty of waterfalls, you can also practise trekking through the unvisited paths of the tourist destination. To make your trekking into a memorable one you can accompany your dear ones with you. There are two ways to do trekking through the muddy lanes of the region. If time is a constraint then opt the Iruthala Moola- Ayampara trail it will take nearly half a day to enjoy the panoramic view of the nearby surroundings. If time is not a barrier then select the Mankayam-Varayadin Mottai trail. When compared to the previous one the latter will take through the deep valleys covered with rolling grasslands and bordered with shola trees on all the sides. If your camera is lucky, it can capture the awe-inspiring beauty of the classy green coloured nature and also the rare species of white goat called Nilgiri Tahr. To make your trip much more exciting and thrilling you can night camping after gaining permission from the forest department. The fascinating vantage points at Kalkkayam and Varadayin Mottai will delight your eyes with the unseen or virgin beauty of nature. Apart from Nilgiri Tahr, you can also spot some endangered species of wild animals. Do not conclude your expedition without visiting the Brimore estate situated 2.5 km apart from the waterfalls. It would be hard for you to find the good restaurants to satiate your appetite therefore you can rely on the nearby tea stalls or snacks bar.
When to visit the iconic Mankayam waterfalls?

Irrespective of seasons you can visit the exotic tourist destination any time throughout the year. Most of the experts recommend travellers to visit the place during monsoon season. As it is the perfect time to enjoy the beauty of nature drenched in heavy downpours. Famously known as ‘Idinjar waterfalls’, Kalkayam waterfall experiences a large number of travellers during the peak season.
How to reach to the Mankayam waterfalls?
The luring tourist destination is well-connected with roadways and airways. Situated at a distance of 49 km Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport and Thiruvananthapuram railway station located at a distance of 45 km is the adjacent railway station to the Mankayam waterfalls. From the arrival place, you can hire either private or public transport services to Brimore via Thampanoor.
To enjoy the gorgeous beauty of nature avail without any kind of interruption you can buy the tour services from Gogeo Holidays. They curate the packages at cheap rates and provide the first-class homestay for the customers. They wholeheartedly accept the suggestions from the customers and make changes accordingly. to know more about them browse their official website. Or can talk with their customer representatives. To avoid the last moment rush grab the packages as soon as possible before it expires.
Famously known as the land of looms and lores, Kannur is one of the most captivating districts in the state of Kerala. It would be hard for you to describe the beguiling charm of the district in mere words. Hundreds of travellers from various parts of the world flock to the iconic destination to participate in the ancient ritual and traditional art forms such as Theyyam prevailed for several years. The picturesque landscapes, lush green dense forest, sapphire rivers, pristine backwaters with houseboat sailing from location to location with goods and travellers, the calm ambience of the region enables visitors to enjoy the melodious chirps of birds and wild roars of the ferocious animals wandering in the jungle and many more make the district an ideal destination for tourist to enjoy their holidays in a marvellous way. Apart from the serene nature, the district is famous for scrumptious traditional delicacies including the mouth-watering Biriyani. Only to savour the delicious meals people from different corners of the world visit the place by purchasing the tour packages at cheap rates. The district is also encompassed with fabulous unexplored tourist places such as the Kavvayi Islands, Aripa sanctuary, Snake Park, and many more. Does anybody know that celebrating an exotic vacation in an isolated island is more exciting than spending days in a well-renowned popular travel destination? Dharmadam Island is one of the most exciting and scintillating tourist destinations. Even though the island is uninhabited it is able to delight the visitors’ minds with stupendous views of nature when touring the region.
Dharmadam Island

Famously known as the land of 3 Cs, Thalassery is happy to shelter to the most ravishing island of Kannur called Dharmadam Island. Formerly known as ‘Dharmapattanam’, Dharmadam Island was formed by the projection of laterite rocks occurred between Anjarakandi River and Sea. Situated at a distance of 100 m from Thalassery, the Dharmadam beach is an exquisite destination for beach lovers to spend their holidays. You can commute to the island by travelling nearly for 35 minutes from the beach to the ideal island, Dharmadam, only when the tides are low and only during noontime. The island is beautifully painted with palm-fringed coconut trees and colourful orchids. To traverse the 5-acre island, blessed with impeccable natural resources the evenings would be most preferable as the waves are calm. The iconic island is dotted with crystal clear and smoothly flowing rivers and the Arabian Sea on the direction of the sunsets add magnificent charm to the island. It is said that the island was once the important pilgrim place for Buddhist. To enjoy the astounding view of the spectacular Dharmadam Island nicknamed as Green Island, you will have to seek the permission from the concerned tourist department. If you are fond of sailing in traditional boats you can avail of it at reasonable prices from the Moidu Bridge situated at the south end of the island. While strolling through dense wood areas beware! Like any other islet in the world even the Dharmadam Island possess both poisonous and non-poisonous trees. The presence of well and numerous medicinal herbs and plants such as Aamakazhuthu, Cheru Tree, Thaani, Pullanzchi, and Nanjju and so on the island will let you know the island was once inhabited by the human beings! Even though the waters of the island taste saline, the water of the well of the island is sweet. The Nanjju tree seen abundantly in the islet is known to be a good friend of fishermen. The seed of the tree is crushed and given to fishes to make them unconscious in minutes. So when you tour the island take much care of your family and especially of the small children while you accompany them. It would be an awesome moment to capture the video of the tidal waves hitting the black-brown rocks. When interacting with local guide you will come to know that the plants can carry a few quantities of water.
Muzhappilangad Beach

The famous and the only drive-in-beach of the state called Muzhappliangad beach is situated a short distance of 200 m from the Dharmadam Island. Due to peculiar features, the island drastically gained popularity in a short span of time. As aforementioned more than the beach activities beach lovers’ move to the Muzhappilangad to practise bike riding and 4×4 jeep safaris. The smooth sand beds of the beach enable bike lovers to explore the audacious beauty of the stunning beach by purchasing the tour packages to Kerala. After enjoying the gorgeous beauty of scenery you can move to the nearby attractions such as Thalassery fort situated at a distance of 6.2 km and covering 6.8 km you can reach the Thalassery sea bridge viewpoint from the Dharmadam Island.
How to reach the Exotic Dharmadam Island?
There are many mainly two ways to reach the stunning Dharmadam Island. You can either board a flight to Kannur International Airport for travelling 45 minutes by covering 27 km. the next option is to avail of train tickets to either Kannur railway station located at a distance of 18 km or get down at Dharmadam railway station lying at 1 km apart from the island.
There are many more alluring tourist destinations in the district such as Ezhimala, Palakkayam thattu, Madayipara, Paithalmala, Peralassery, Baby beach, Thottada beach, St. Angelo Fort, and many more. To dig out the alluring beauty in these fascinating tourist destinations grab the packages from Gogeo Holidays for your family They draft the packages by inculcating exciting places at affordable budget prices. They are ready to customise the packages by accepting the opinions of the customers irrespective of genders. To respect the effort and willingness of the first comers they gift them with exciting prizes. So, try to grab the packages as soon as they issue it. To learn the specifications of the tourist places purchase the services from them. They provide excellent accommodation with modern amenities to the customers and also offer them thrilling adventure activities to spice their trips. If you have any doubts clear them by talking with the customer support team.
Is there anyone who does not like adventure or enthralling sports? Indulging in enthralling sports will help you to refrain you from slipping to stress life. Hundreds of travellers find adventure activities as an escapade for their busy schedules of life. There may be different purposes for people to learn the thrilling activities but the ultimate motive is to change the views about life and people. There are many places in India that help the adventure lovers to enjoy the scintillating beauty of the marvellous scenic nature. The northern states of India are known for a wide range of daring sports such as snow skiing, Himalaya explorations, nature walks, and mountaineering. It does not mean that the south Indian states are devoid of such sports. The southernmost states are no far from the northern cities in amusing travellers with mind-blowing scenic nature and breathtaking games. Out of several games, Kayaking seems to attract travellers from various corners of the world to purchase the tour packages to Kerala. Practising Kayaking with your dear family will make your holidays memorable. Especially children will be thrilled to row the paddles along with you. Let us narrow down and learn more about the kayaking.
Kayaking and different types of kayaking

When you hear about Kerala the first image that runs into mind will be of tranquil backwaters and the traditional wooden houseboat sailing on it. These houseboats are actually the captivating factor that grabs tourist to the state. The excellent amenities available in the houseboat will make your family trip awesome. But the houseboat has many limitations they cannot take you through the narrow paths. To enjoy the real beauty of surreal nature practise kayaking in emerald-blue waters. Kayaking through the shallow waters of the state will enable you to click the amazing pictures of hidden lagoons and naturally formed canals. Also, you can come close to the typical lifestyle of the common people busy in their daily routines such as angling, washing clothes and so on. Kayaking can be classified based on the types of kayaks.
1. Recreational Kayaking is focused on novice kayakers and practised on flat waters of Alleppey district. You will have to strictly follow the instructions of the professional trainers. Be careful while do the same as there might be chances of getting injured such as blisters and tendonitis. So when your small children practise recreational kayaking ensure their safety.
2. If you are interested in the kayak in deep seas and oceans such as the Arabian Sea, sea kayaking would be the best options. Sea kayaking is more suitable for professional kayakers. The most important benefit of practising sea kayaking is it not only provides enough strength but also aerobic exercise where you can burn nearly 500 calories.
3. White water kayaking is the final classification practised in the fast-flowing rivers of Kerala. To practise white water kayaking you must be self-confident and able to balance the kayak in adverse conditions.
Places where you can learn kayaking
Kollam is the best place to practise kayaking with your dear ones. The district is known to shelter the largest freshwater lake of the state, called Ashtamudi Lake. The lake is prominent for its amusing charm and palm-fringed coconut trees bordered on its shores. The lake calls professional kayakers from various parts of the diversified of the country. The district also gives special coaching for the novice and intermediate kayakers to improve their skill. Munroe Island is another portion of the district that enables the kayakers to explore the magnificent beauty of the untouched nature.
Kumarakom situated on the borders of Alleppey and Kottayam are known to be a haven for learning kayaking. The flat waters and soothing climate enables kayakers to explore the mesmerising nature by paddling the rows. To discover the magical spell hidden in nature people from various corners avail of the kayaking packages. Kayaking through the thickly populated forest will give you an opportunity to fill your memory card with lovely images of serene scenes of nature. Mostly tourists from various parts of the world flock to region to witness the undistinguished views of the rising and setting sun while paddling the rows. To witness the beauty of the sunrise and sunset purchase either the morning or evening the kayaking packages. Packages are available from INR 1000 to INR 4000 depending upon the kayaks and the place of practising. If you are practising the Kayaking with your family you can expect some sort of discounts. Kayaking can also be practised on the shores of paddy lands. While kayaking through the emerald rice fields you can enjoy the beauty of village. You can also come across the typical lifestyle of the local people. The mesmerising beauty of the untouched scenery and beautiful surroundings will help you to forget the stressed lifestyle of the metro cities like Chennai, Bangalore and Delhi. Exploring the country side will help you to inhale the unpolluted air and also enjoy the virgin charm of environment that is unavailable in the developed cities. To get the kayaks at reasonable rates including the breakfast and dinner avail of the services from Gogeo Holidays. They curate packages by including the prominent sightseeing places also.
When to practise the kayaking? and Where?
The most favourable time to do kayaking in the shallow waters is from November to February and June to September. The best places to explore the virgin beauty of the natural wonders hidden in the village sides by practising the kayaking are the famous hill station called Munnar, and Thekkady, the haven for cashew cultivation known as Kollam and famously known as ‘Venice of East’, Allapuzha. These places are overcrowded with kayak lovers. To learn more about the scintillating features of these places visit them during seasonal times. Before doing kayaking gain prior permission from the concerned authorities and try to keep the premises free from all kinds of plastic waste.
While doing kayaking do not forget to visit the noteworthy attractions near the lakes. To make your trip free from all discomforts purchase the packages from Gogeo Holidays So what are you waiting for? Purchase the tour packages from them and enjoy the glittering beauty of the scenic place with your friends and family. If you have any concerns regarding their service without any hesitation contact the customer support team and clarify your doubts. They also formulate packages to explore the historic monuments and pristine beaches with your better half. Along with it they also conduct educational tours So don’t be late hurry up grab the packages before it expires.
Visiting new places and doing something adventurous will definitely gift you sweet memories to be cherished in your early 60s. There are many factors that make trips marvellous. A few of them are the destinations and the persons who accompany you. It is said that even if the destination is not up to your expectation but if you have a good company of friends or cousins, the trip could be turn out to be the best trip ever. Explore the unexplored destinations and discover the gem hidden in nature. Nadukani is one such place situated in Idukki district in Kerala. The place is least visited by the tourist and therefore the region still maintains its natural beauty. The mind-blowing attractions of the region will definitely lure your hearts.
Nadukani

Nadukani is one of the serene places located in the hearts of Idukki. Standing 3000 m above mean sea level, the 2-storyed Nadukani pavilion will provide stupendous views of the emerald surroundings for you and your family members. You can reach the breathtaking hills by covering a distance of 25 km from the main town of Idukki. The stupendous sapphire mountains and Muvattupuzha on either side of the Nadukani hills makes it an abode of natural wonders. As the gorgeous Nadukani hills are situated next to Idukki wildlife sanctuary while trekking to the hills you can capture the amazing pictures of an elephant, sambhar, hornbill, and myna. The 2-storyed Nadukani Pavilion is administered by the Kerala state board of electricity. The soothing climate of the hilly region attracts the newlywed couples to celebrate their most waiting honeymoon. If you want your camera to capture the gargling rivulets and winding mountains ask your travel operator to inculcate Nadukani in your tour package.
The nearby attractions to Nadukani are as follows
Idukki Arch Dam

Idukki arch dam is one of the highest and stupendous dams in Kerala. The double concrete and parabolic curvature of the largest dam marvels thousands of hearts. The dam is situated in between the two lofty hills known as Kuruvan and Kurvathi hills. The dam is now under the administration of Kerala state board of electricity. Don’t forget to click your lovely family photo on the shores of the artificial lake formed by the three gorgeous dams namely Cheruthoni, Idukki and Kulamavu. Carry your binoculars when you ascend to the Idukki to lure your hearts with the breathtaking views of the nearby surroundings.
Hill View Park

Hill View Park is one of the best places for children to enjoy their fantastic holidays. When strolling the 8 acre land of the park you can come across the medicinal plants, crotons and flowers. The region is encapsulated with the natural wonders and serene environments. Situated at a height of 350 feet from the Idukki dam the park enthrals each and everyone with fascinating views of scenic nature. You can enjoy the panoramic view of the nearby surroundings when riding in the zipline. You can buy the spicy chocolates at cheap rates for your family from the local vendors. As part of your Kerala tour include the marvellous hill view park in your tour package.
Painavu

Located at a height of 3900 feet above the mean sea level Painavu is an exquisite place to learn trekking. Situated in the midst of Idukki wildlife sanctuary you can spot various species of endangered animals. Apart from trekking the region is known to be called as a paradise for shopaholics. You can purchase local handicrafts, silk cloths and many more items at reasonable rates from the local people. The most favourable time to visit the iconic destination is from September to May.
Thommankuthu waterfalls

When you hear about the waterfalls, the image that runs into your minds will be of a milky stream way cascading from a great height. But has anyone ever seen a 12 series of waterfalls? If not, gush to Thommankuthu situated in Thodupuzha. The Thommankuthu waterfall is a collection of 12 series of waterfalls. Each waterfall is situated at a regular interval of 1 km. Apart from the chains of waterfalls, the other noteworthy attraction of the region is mysterious caves. Once a tribal leader called Thumban was accidentally washed away in the waterfalls and hence as a remembrance to him the waterfall got the name Thommankuthu.
Nakkayam

If you are an adventure enthusiast then Nakkayam would be the perfect destination for you. The glittering waterfalls and intriguing caves will definitely make your day. Have a fun-filled time at Chekuthankuthu and Nakkayam waterfalls. Along with it explore the century’s old Plapothu cave, Chekuthankuthu cave and Nakkayam cave. The early you reach the more time you can spend in the forest. One whole day is enough to explore the magnificent beauty of the alluring forest with your dear ones.
Mesmerising hill stations

Hill stations are the perfect place for families and adventure enthusiast to rejuvenate and relax. Most popular hill stations near to the Nadukani are the Munnar and Thekkady. Hundreds of people purchase exciting tour packages to the above-mentioned tourist places and enjoy the quality time with their dear ones. The soothing climate and calm ambience makes the tourist places a haven for nature lovers. Apart from the nature walk, you can also practise adventurous activities such as trekking, rock climbing, mountaineering and so on. The lofty mountains and v-shaped valleys blanketed with green meadows of tea and spices will delight your eyes.
There are many more praiseworthy attractions are hidden in Idukki. Avail of tour packages from a well-reputed travel operator. To make your trip more exciting inculcates enthralling adventurous activities. If your tour operator hesitates to do so seek the services from Gogeo Holidays. They are one of the few travel planners who are ready to customise the tour packages on customer’s suggestion. Also, they formulate tour packages at affordable rates. To know more about them contact their customer support team at any time and clarify your doubts. So don’t be late avail of the tour services as soon as possible before it expires.