5 Things to do in Kerala

Situated on the south-western coastline this land of vast forests, waterways, and abundant in nature – God’s Own Country, Kerala. There are actually a million things to do in Kerala but these things are are must-do even if you visit this state for once.

You cannot say that you have visited the God’s own country without participating in these Top 5 Things to do in Kerala.

1. Visit a History Museum in Kerala

The first choice for history buffs is the museum of history and heritage situated in the capital city of Trivandrum. There are several different museums in this state stretching along the Arabian Sea coast. The top 3 of the famous museums are Hill Palace Museum, Museum of History and Heritage of Kerala, in Ernakulum, and Kerala Folklore Museum in Cochin. This land of spices and God’s own country is rich in the historical and mythological stories and there isn’t a better place to find out the relics at one of these museums.

2. Watch a Kathakali Performance

This is another activity that must are on top of your things to do in Kerala list. This land is so famous for this performance that even the non-regional people know they have to watch this dance show live. It is another way to know the culture of Kerala. The famous place to catch a live cultural show of Kathakali is at the Kerala a Kathakali Center with specialist performers, in their painted faces and costumes. It is relaxing and definitely best seen after a hectic day of walking tour or sightseeing in Kerala. If you are planning any trip to Kerala in a luxury way then you can take a ride the Golden Chariot luxury train.

3. Hit the Beaches along the Malabar Coastline

This activity does not need any introduction as the entire state is lined by the sea coast of Arabian sea. There are different types of beaches – natural – untouched by man’s invasion, and the fully bustling beaches full of adventure water sports, eateries, etc. One thing is promised – the soft sands of the sea coast, sunshine in the most wet atmosphere too, and excellent views of the ocean. If you would like the relaxing mind peace type of surroundings, head to Marari Beach and if you’re the partying beach bum then check out the very famous Kovalum Beach.

4. Walk through the Garden of Spice

Kerala is also known as ‘land of different spices’ and earned this title due to the massive spice plantations within this state. It would take 3 hours or more to go through these plantations for a refreshment of air. The aroma of the Garden of Spices will definitely refresh your senses. In addition to the spice lands, there are also the vast coffee plantations and the refreshing tea plantations that are worth the stroll. It is one of the best things to remember on your holiday trip to India.

5. Trekking through the Perriyaar Jungle

The jungle walk amidst the popular wildlife sanctuaries of the Periyaar region is one of the best things to do in Kerala. It gives a taste of the wild nature through the jungles where you can even spot rare species like giant squirrels, a million monkeys, and the massive Asian elephants and also see over 200 varieties of birds chirping in the forests. 

This is a must-do on your Golden Chariot itinerary if you’re visiting Kerala over the weekend. Walking in this jungle set against the backdrop of the scenic Western Ghats is a memorable experience that will remain forever.

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These things listed above are some of the top things to do in Kerala that are not most popular but definitely worth doing even on a one-day trip to Kerala. A trip to Kerala is incomplete without participating in these activities and facilities listed above.

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