Statistics Book 2007.pdf - Kerala Tourism
Statistics Book 2007.pdf - Kerala Tourism
Statistics Book 2007.pdf - Kerala Tourism
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2.1 KERALA TOURISM<br />
With it’s ideal location on India’s southernmost tip coast, <strong>Kerala</strong>, is fast becoming one of the top holiday<br />
destinations in the world. From its rich 2000 year old cultural history to its golden beaches, there is<br />
something for every holiday maker in <strong>Kerala</strong>.<br />
This beautiful State has a wide variety of ecological systems which include pristine beaches, coastal<br />
plains, the sloping hills of the highlands and the mountains. The <strong>Kerala</strong> backwaters join these contrasting<br />
terrains by a network of interlocking lakes, rivers and canals. All together, <strong>Kerala</strong> is the ideal destination<br />
for a relaxing holiday.<br />
<strong>Kerala</strong> has been well known for hundreds of years for it’s practice of Ayurveda - a system of medicine<br />
that believes in not simply treating the ailment but attending to the whole person. Travellers from the<br />
western world have been travelling here for spiritual and physical awakenings ever since the Beatles<br />
made their sojourn to India in the mid 60’s. <strong>Kerala</strong> has experienced a boom in the development of<br />
Ayurveda retreats, designed exclusively for Health Tourists. Recently <strong>Kerala</strong>, with the support of the<br />
Government of India, initiated assertive marketing initiatives to specifically promote <strong>Kerala</strong> as the premier<br />
health tourism spot in the world.<br />
Travelling to <strong>Kerala</strong> is made easier by the proximity of three international airports which cater to more<br />
than 6 million passengers each year. Travel within <strong>Kerala</strong> is equally accommodating with virtually every<br />
city and village being connected by roadways. The Indian Railways will transport you around the state<br />
providing a beautiful and unique view of the land. The <strong>Kerala</strong> backwaters offer another spectacular<br />
opportunity to see <strong>Kerala</strong> and are easily traversed by boat. Houseboat rentals are very popular with<br />
honeymooners!<br />
With <strong>Kerala</strong>’s proximity to the sea, combined with a beautiful harvest from its many farms, the visitor<br />
can look forward to a great cuisine with a variety of food to choose from. The local diet is mainly<br />
vegetarian served with delicately spiced sauces. Many restaurants catering to tourists serve continental<br />
food as well as Chinese, Thai and some American dishes.<br />
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