Some resorts, hotels and special centers are devoted to Ayurvedic health programs. [242] However, Kerala's high ratio of taxation to GSDP has not alleviated chronic budget deficits and unsustainable levels of government debt, which have impacted social services. [368][369] Over 95% of Keralite births are hospital delivered and the state also has the lowest Infant mortality rate in the country. [500][501][502][503][504] Later, writers like O. V. Vijayan, Kamaladas, M. Mukundan, Arundhati Roy, Vaikom Muhammed Basheer, have gained international recognition. Located near Lake Vembanad, Kumarakom is a quiet little hamlet with breathtaking scenery, sometimes beautiful weather and exotic flora and fauna; making it one of the most beautiful tourist spots in Kerala. [413]Jainism has a considerable following in the Wayanad district. The average length of the rivers is 64 kilometres (40 mi). [459] "Elephants, firework displays and huge crowds" are the major attractions of Thrissur Pooram. [107] They lost to Dutch at Quilon after 1661 and later, the Portuguese left south-western coast. [248] A package of ₹2.5 million (US$35,000) was declared for each of the cities to develop service level improvement plan (SLIP), a plan for better functioning of the local urban bodies in the cities of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Palakkad. [33] From the time of Cosmas Indicopleustes (6th century CE) itself, the Arab sailors used to call Kerala as Male. [531][534] Football is one of the most widely played and watched sports with huge support for club and district level matches. [160] The "Arabian Sea Branch" of the Southwest monsoon first hits the Western Ghats,[161] making Kerala the first state in India to receive rain from the Southwest monsoon. ", Jeffrey, Robin. [535][536][537] Also, Kozhikode hosts Gokulam Kerala FC in the I-League as well as the Sait Nagjee Football Tournament. [133] However, gender inequality among low caste men and women is reportedly higher compared to that in other castes. [343] By 1999–2000, the rural and urban poverty rates dropped to 10.0% and 9.6% respectively. 5 talking about this. [185] The Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation is the largest corporation in Kerala while Kochi metropolitan area named Kochi UA is the largest urban agglomeration. Kerala's economy depends significantly on emigrants working in foreign countries, mainly in the Arab states of the Persian Gulf, and the remittances annually contribute more than a fifth of GSDP. [76][77][78] Arabs also had trade links with Kerala, starting before the 4th century BCE, as Herodotus (484–413 BCE) noted that goods brought by Arabs from Kerala were sold to the Israelis [Hebrew (Jews)] at Eden. [483] Kerala's visual arts range from traditional murals to the works of Raja Ravi Varma, the state's most renowned painter. [436] Though the cost of education is generally considered low in Kerala,[438] according to the 61st round of the National Sample Survey (2004–2005), per capita spending on education by the rural households was reported to be ₹41 (57¢ US) for Kerala, more than twice the national average. [303][304][305] It is the first metro system in India to use a communication-based train control (CBTC) system for signalling and telecommunication. [52] Foreign cultural contacts have assisted this cultural formation;[53] historians suggest a possible relationship with Indus Valley Civilization during the late Bronze Age and early Iron Age. [326] Kerala is one of the first states in India to form a welfare policy for the transgender community. [547][550] In 2012, it overtook the Taj Mahal to be the number one travel destination in Google's search trends for India. [432] In 2006–2007, the state topped the Education Development Index (EDI) of the 21 major states in India. This creates an upward spiral for both the women and children of the community that is passed on to future generations. The Zamorin allied with Arab and Chinese merchants and used most of the wealth from Kozhikode to develop his military power. [96] Ma Huan (1403 AD), the Chinese sailor part of the Imperial Chinese fleet under Cheng Ho (Zheng He)[97] states the city as a great emporium of trade frequented by merchants from around the world. [474], Kerala is home to a number of performance arts. Miller, E. Roland. According to the Human Development Report of 1996, Kerala's Gender Development Index was 597; higher than any other state of India. [103] The Zamorin of Kozhikode permitted the new visitors to trade with his subjects such that Portuguese trade in Kozhikode prospered with the establishment of a factory and a fort. The Kannur District surrounds Mahé on three sides with the Kozhikode District on the fourth. He won the war against the Devas, driving them into exile. [66] The lesser known Ays and Mushikas kingdoms lay to the south and north of the Chera regions respectively. [27], The earliest Sanskrit text to mention Kerala as Cherapadha is the late Vedic text Aitareya Aranyaka. [224] The Central Coir Research Institute was established there in 1959. [457] A common characteristic of these festivals is the hoisting of a holy flag which is brought down on the final day of the festival after immersing the deity. Enjoy water sports and the best Ayurvedic treatments. [296] The railway network in the state is controlled by two out of six divisions of the Southern Railway; Thiruvananthapuram Railway division and Palakkad Railway Division. Kerala - God's own country 1. In the 15th century, the status of Cochin was reduced to a vassal state of Kozhikode. [141][142] The Western Ghats form a wall of mountains interrupted only near Palakkad; hence also known Palghat, where the Palakkad Gap breaks. 9 . However, the dominance of Middle East traders was challenged in the European Age of Discovery. [367], The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization designated Kerala the world's first "baby-friendly state" because of its effective promotion of breast-feeding over formulas. Since Kerala is a coastal state, seafood is widely available with plenty of tempting dishes. Kerala, God's Own Country. Tulu and Kannada are spoken mainly in Kasargod district. The best way to discover the things to do in Kerala, is to immerse yourself in cultural encounters and explore the beautiful countryside. While on a boat cruise, spot uncommon migratory birds such as egret, heron, waterfowl, and Siberian crane. [364] According to a study commissioned by Lien Foundation, a Singapore-based philanthropic organisation, Kerala is considered to be the best place to die in India based on the state's provision of palliative care for patients with serious illnesses. [184], There are six Municipal corporations in Kerala that govern Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode and Kannur. [147], Kerala's western coastal belt is relatively flat compared to the eastern region,[56]:33 and is criss-crossed by a network of interconnected brackish canals, lakes, estuaries,[148] and rivers known as the Kerala Backwaters. The ocean breeze mesmerizing you, the astonishing climate, and the unimaginable affiliation are the central components for a normal time at Bekal. When Francisco de Almeida was appointed as Viceroy of Portuguese India in 1505, his headquarters was established at Fort Kochi (Fort Emmanuel) rather than in Kozhikode. [300], Kochi Metro is the metro rail system in the city of Kochi. [88][89] Under Kulasekhara rule, Kerala witnessed a developing period of art, literature, trade and the Bhakti movement of Hinduism. [487] Since the 1980s, actors Mohanlal and Mammootty have dominated the movie industry; Mohanlal has won five National Film Awards (four for acting), while Mammootty has three National Film Awards for acting. Until the arrival of the East India Company, the term Malabar was used as a general name for Kerala, along with the term Kerala. [435], The educational system prevailing in the state's schools specifies an initial 10-year course of study, which is divided into three stages: lower primary, upper primary, and secondary school—known as 4+3+3, which signifies the number of years for each stage. [460] Other known festivals are Makaravilakku,[461] Chinakkathoor Pooram, Attukal Pongala and Nenmara Vallangi Vela[462] Other than these, festivals locally known as utsavams are conducted by many temples mostly on annual basis. Some occupational communities such as Kaniyar were known as native medicine men in relation to the practice of such streams of medical systems, apart from their traditional vocation. [437] Other educational boards are the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), the Central Board for Secondary Education (CBSE), and the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). [434] According to the 2011 census, Kerala has a 93.91% literacy, compared to the national literacy rate of 74.04%. You may get all of these delicasies across the state at restaurants and small eateries, or even in a localâs home. For other uses, see. DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sciences, Wayanad, Kerala Dr. Ravindran in his own words: Hi I am Dr. Chettanbath Ravindran, from Kerala. Though the contribution of the agricultural sector to the state economy was on the decline in 2012–13, through the strength of the allied livestock sector, it has picked up from 7.03% (2011–12) to 7.2%. [321] Opportunities for women such as education and gainful employment often translate into a lower birth rate,[citation needed] which in turn, make education and employment more likely to be accessible and more beneficial for women. [139] No Kerala trip can end without exploring the backwaters. It’s probably the most famous place to experience some of Kerala’s offbeat backwaters. In Kerala, highways are 45 metres (148 feet) wide. They were also the runners-up eight times.[541]. Lying between northern latitudes 8°18' and 12°48' and eastern longitudes 74°52' and 77°22',[134] Kerala experiences humid tropical rainforest climate with some cyclones. [531][542] Volleyball is another popular sport and is often played on makeshift courts on sandy beaches along the coast. The latter section consists of majority Salafists (the Mujahids). [87] A second Chera Kingdom (c. 800–1102), also known as Kulasekhara dynasty of Mahodayapuram (present-day Kodungallur), was established by Kulasekhara Varman, which ruled over a territory comprising the whole of modern Kerala and a smaller part of modern Tamil Nadu. Mahé, a part of the Indian union territory of Puducherry,[182] though 647 kilometres (402 mi) away from it,[183] is a coastal exclave surrounded by Kerala on all of its landward approaches. [559] Kerala tourism is a global brand and regarded as one of the destinations with highest recall. km (15,005 square mile) Number of districts : 14 Population : 31,841,374 Economy : Agricultural Literacy : 90.9 3. "Fort Cochin in Kerala 1750–1830 The Social Condition of a Dutch Community in an Indian Milieu." George, "Kerala's education system: from inclusion to exclusion", Najith Kumar, K.K. Kerala ; God's Own Country !! Description; Itinerary; Location; Reviews; Special Tour 10 days 9 Nights . Owners. [390][391] According to some scholars, the Mappilas are the oldest settled Muslim community in South Asia. [283] National Highway 66, with the longest stretch of road (1,622 kilometres (1,008 mi)) connects Kanyakumari to Mumbai; it enters Kerala via Talapady in Kasargod and passes through Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Guruvayur, Kochi, Alappuzha, Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram before entering Tamil Nadu. 2015. [210]:1 as 11.2% of people are over the age of 60,[209] and due to the low birthrate of 18 per 1,000. [514][515][516] Seafood specialties include karimeen, prawns, shrimp and other crustacean dishes.[517]. If you plan to visit Kerala, this is the itinerary people usually follow : Kochi, the backwaters, then Munnar and back to Kochi. The state has numerous backwaters, which are used for commercial inland navigation. The third National Family Health Survey ranks Kerala first in "Institutional Delivery" with 100% births in medical facilities. Adi Shankara was a religious philosopher who contributed to Hinduism and propagated the philosophy of Advaita. Over 16.7 million tourists visited Kerala in 2018 as against 15.76 million the previous year, recording an increase of 5.93 per cent. The tagline Kerala- God's Own Country, originally coined by Vipin Gopal, has been widely used in Kerala 's tourism promotions and soon became synonymous with the state. [314] The main constraints to the expansion of inland navigation are; lack of depth in waterways caused by silting, lack of maintenance of navigation systems and bank protection, accelerated growth of the water hyacinth, lack of modern inland craft terminals, and lack of a cargo handling system. [289][290] The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has threatened the Kerala state government that it will give higher priority to other states in highway development since political commitment to better highways in Kerala has been lacking. Seating graciously in the Idukki region of Godâs Own Country, Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls is another delightful offerings of the Kerala tour packages. [48] Rock engravings in the Edakkal Caves, in Wayanad date back to the Neolithic era around 6000 BCE. 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The famous backwaters of Kerala are filled with little villages full of vibrant local people and customs. Thiruvananthapuram airport shares civilian facilities with the Southern Air Command of the Indian Air Force. [61] Along with the Ay kingdom in the south and the Ezhimala kingdom in the north, the Cheras formed the ruling kingdoms of Kerala in the early years of the Common Era (CE). [566] Munnar is 4,500 feet above sea level and is known for tea plantations, and a variety of flora and fauna. While the tag line âGodâs Own Countryâ was actually a successful marketing campaign for tourism, travelers enticed to visit Kerala are never disappointed. The wealth of natural beauty in the form of placid backwaters, lush greenery, picturesque hill towns, and beautiful beaches has resulted in the name âGodâs Own Country.â Munnarâs stunning tea plantations and Alappuzhaâs serene backwaters make it into every list of what to see in Kerala. Quarantined? Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. It was the first technology park in India[235][236] and with the inauguration of the Thejaswini complex on 22 February 2007, Technopark became the largest IT Park in India. Load up some locally grown tea in Munnar, which is 3 hours away from Kochi. [315], Kerala is home to 2.76% of India's population; with a density of 859 persons per km2, its land is nearly three times as densely settled as the national average of 370 persons per km2. [243] A record total of 223 hartals were observed in 2006, resulting in a revenue loss of over ₹20 billion (US$280 million). Wayanad is among Kerala’s most vegetated regions explored by nature lovers. [558] Marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation, the government agency that oversees the tourism prospects of the state, resulted in the growth of the tourism industry. [159] The moisture-laden winds of the Southwest monsoon, on reaching the southernmost point of the Indian Peninsula, because of its topography, divides into two branches; the "Arabian Sea Branch" and the "Bay of Bengal Branch". With around 80,000 miles of tea farm, a vague degree of sweet-smelling trees, decrease valleys, and low-flying hazes, Munnar is a slant station which is preferred by a lot of travelers of all kinds. There is a large Keralan diaspora in the Middle East. [463] Processions often include traditional music such as Panchari melam or Panchavadyam. The Puranas. [298] Kerala's major railway stations are: Major railway transport between Beypore–Tirur began on 12 March 1861, from Shoranur–Cochin Harbour section in 1902, from Kollam–Sengottai on 1 July 1904, Kollam–Thiruvananthapuram on 4 January 1918, from Nilambur-Shoranur in 1927, from Ernakulam–Kottayam in 1956, from Kottayam–Kollam in 1958, from Thiruvananthapuram–Kanyakumari in 1979 and from the Thrissur-Guruvayur Section in 1994. Kerala's annual total of road accidents is among the nation's highest. If you are fond of sweets then try the payasam. Some common questions people ask regarding Kerala are as below â. [276] This contributes to about 3% of the total economy of the state. The accidents are mainly the result of the narrow roads and irresponsible driving. Lunch dishes include rice and curry along with rasam, pulisherry and sambar. 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