DISTRICTS
Here we are introduced to all the districts in Kerala with details of their geography, area, population, interesting places and accessibility. Photos : 28 Audio : 1 Animated map.
GEOGRAPHY
This section will give you a bird’s eye view of Kerala, its origin and physiography. Journey through sweeping majesty of the highlands, the undulating slopes of the midlands and the magical green of the lowlands. See the glittering coastal plains, the snaking rivers and the the tranquil backwaters.
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CLIMATE
You can almost feel the palms swaying in the wind and rain. This section will answer all your queries on which is the best, the hottest, the coolest ,the wettest, the driest seasons of Kerala ‘s tropical climate.
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LOCATION
All the information on how to get to Kerala by land, air and water Air routes will show you 14 flight routes from Thiruvananathapuram airport to the major cities in the world. Sea routes show all shipping and bluewater shipping routes from the major seaports in India. Railways shows you the 12 major train routes and distances to and from various parts of India. Bus routes show all the 12 major bus routes to and from various parts of India. Boat routes shows you 6 boat routes to the tourist spots in the backwaters. Each section is well explained with the help of animated maps.
PROFILE
Do you want to know more about this enterprising race of people? Take a journey through the ages beginning from the foreign influences that shaped this land. Find out how the racial and communal groups came into being. Learn of Kerala’s demographic features, her working populace and the people’s passion for politics. Photos : 19
RELIGION
Which are the religions prevalent in Kerala? What are the origins of Buddhism and Islam in Kerala ? How did Christianity come to Kerala ? What is the Hindu Renaissance? This section on religions has all the answers.
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LIFESTYLE
This delightful section deals with the everyday lifestyle of Malayalees. ‘Rituals’ takes you on a guided tour of the marriage ceremonies of different religions. Pore over the intricate details of Kerala’s exquisite jewellery and attire and relish the variety of traditional Malayalee food. Photos : 55
FLORA AND FAUNA
Flora and fauna explores the mesmerizing greenery of Kerala in all its splendour. Listen to the chirping of the birds and note the different varieties. Get acquainted with the animals that are part of Kerala’s treasure–trove of faunal life.
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LANDMARKS
Landmarks in Kerala’s history have shaped her into what she is today. Read the details of the Gulf Boom, The Kerala Model of Development, the Public Distribution system, Library Movement, the impact of various reforms, the mass media and coalition politics.
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PERSONALITIES
This section showcases the prominent Keralites of the 20th century. They are well known for their outstanding contributions to Kerala’s culture and heritage. Over the years some of them have become legends. Raja Ravi Varma the painter, Thakazhi the novelist, Laurie Baker the architect, K.M Mammen Mapillai the industrialist, Dr. Kamala Suraiya the poetess, Yesudas the singer, Adoor Gopalakrishnan the filmmaker, Arundhati Roy the writer and P.T Usha the athlete are some of those of international renown.
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