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The hills of Kerala nestles on the lap
of the Western Ghats and is happily accessible from all major destinations
of Kerala. Enjoy a trek through the lush green surroundings. Visitors
can discover the unmarred splendour of the woods by themselves or
with local guides arranged by the resorts. One can also pick up some
exotic samples of Indian spices or aromatic tea and can take home
to relish Indian flavour for a few more days. For more tourist related
information, one can contact the District Tourism Promotion Council
office at every major destination of Kerala.
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The best way to explore the well preserved national
reserves is by taking an elephant safari through the wilds. One can
also go for a boat cruise on the lake at the Periyar Wildlife Park.
There are boat services, which will take you around the lake, while
you keep an eye open for not-to-be-missed sightings of the wild. A
boat cruise from Boothathanketu to Thattekad is an unforgettable experience
through the evergreeen forests nesting migratory ans indigenous birds.
Travellers can also indulge in trekking and elephant rides in other
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| One should not miss the enthralling tiger
trails in tiger reserves. The tour is conducted by trained guards
of the jungle and usually lasts for the whole night. The programme
also includes 'dusk to dawn' bamboo rafting amidst some of the finest
passageways of the forests. Stuff your bags with one or two warm clothes
because it can be chill at night. Get a well brimmed hat, a few bottles
of water and a bottle of sunscreen lotion to shield the scorching
sun of the afternoon. |
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Lakshadweep Islands an archipelago consisting of 12
atolls, 3 reefs and 5 submerged banks. there are 10 inhabited islands
and 17 uninhabited islands with a total geographical area of 32 sq.
Kms., 220 to 440 Kms. away from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala,
in the emerald Arabian sea. The Lakshadweep islands are a geographical
extension of the Maldives island chain. Referred to by many as the
'ultimate island paradise', each island floats serenely in a sea whose
water range from palest aquamarine and turquoise. |
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marine life and an array of remarkable coral formations that provides
a background to the lagoons and the islands within them. Some Water
Sports like Kayaking, Canoeing and Snorkeling are available for tourists.
The place is ideal for a real holiday that brings you away from the
maddening crowd, hustle and bustle of city life. A Water Sports Institute
functions on the island. Water sports crafts like kayaks, pedal boats,
sailing yachts, skiing boats and glass bottomed boats are available
on hire. The scuba diving center in the island has become an attraction
for water-sport enthusiasts. |
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