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From cow painting to boat racing: the 8 best festivals in South IndiaOct 24, 2019 • 5 min read
You haven’t seen South India until you've seen it at festival time. Here are eight of the best celebrations to attend in the region.
Kerala Travel Stories
artBollywood and beyond: South India filming locationsSep 26, 2019 • 5 min read
Contrary to what many believe, India’s multi-billion-dollar film industry is not hinged solely on Mumbai based, Hindi-centric Bollywood. A colossal number of…
hotelsA perfect weekend in KochiSep 18, 2019 • 6 min read
Many who touch base with Kerala in Kochi (Cochin) simply make a mad dash for the palm-fringed backwaters, which unravel just south. But linger for a…
wildlife and natureThe other South India: getting lost in steamy northern KeralaMay 12, 2017 • 5 min read
If you have ever dreamt of spending a night on a kettuvallum (rice barge) houseboat, cruising the backwaters while an on-board chef prepares fresh…
foodWhen in Kerala: 10 must-dos in India's deep southAug 30, 2011 • 3 min read
Kerala has been a favourite haunt of travellers from around the world for nearly 600 years; it's been known to exhilarate, enchant and enthral. Here's a…
wildlife and nature5 reasons to go to Kerala during the monsoonSep 9, 2010 • 2 min read
Most people would think to avoid travelling during monsoon season, but there are some unexpected advantages to travelling in Kerala at that time. Lonely…