A Touch of History
Kerala takes its name from the ancient Tamil kingdom of Kerala (Chera), which traded with the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans. The state is governed by a chief minister responsible to an elected unicameral legislature and by a governor appointed by the president
Kerala - The Tourist Paradise
Kerala enjoys unique geographic features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destination in Asia – an equable climate, a long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters.
Lush hill station and exotic wildlife, waterfalls, Ayurvedic health, 
holidays, Enchanting art forms, Magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine..... All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, each of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.
India's Most Advanced Society:
- A hundred percent literate people
- World-class health care systems:
- India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates
- The highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine
- India's cleanest state
Much of Kerala's exotic appeal is centred in the highland area of the Western ghats. Rising to an average height of 1520 m, the tropical forests of the ghats house rich flora and fauna. Not to speak of expansive, loamy plantations of tea, coffee, rubber and fragrant cardamom.
