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Places in Kerala

The beaches, food, heritage and experiences in and around Kerala - each reviewed in depth, with the Avacasa homes nearby.

28 places

Athirappilly Waterfalls
Waterfall
Athirappilly Waterfalls
Kerala

Majestic waterfalls, often called 'Niagara of India'.

Thrissur City
City Center
Thrissur City
Kerala

Thrissur City in Kerala.

Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife Sanctuary
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
Kerala

Rich biodiversity and a significant dam, great for ecotourism.

Vazhachal Waterfalls
Waterfall
Vazhachal Waterfalls
Kerala

Scenic falls amidst dense forests, close to Athirappilly.

Dream World Water Park
Amusement Park
Dream World Water Park
Kerala

Family-friendly water park with various rides and attractions.

Silver Storm Water Theme Park
Amusement Park
Silver Storm Water Theme Park
Kerala

Popular theme park offering thrilling water and dry rides.

Chimmony Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife Sanctuary
Chimmony Wildlife Sanctuary
Kerala

Home to diverse flora and fauna, ideal for nature lovers.

Kerala Kalamandalam
Cultural Center
Kerala Kalamandalam
Kerala

Renowned institution for learning Kerala's traditional arts.

Sholayar Dam
Dam/Reservoir
Sholayar Dam
Kerala

One of the largest dams in Kerala, offering scenic views.

Charpa Falls
Waterfall
Charpa Falls
Kerala

Picturesque waterfall on the way to Athirappilly.

Garden/Dam
Thumboormuzhi Dam & Butterfly Garden
Kerala

Beautiful garden and dam site with a vibrant butterfly park.

Vizhinjam Lighthouse
Lighthouse
Vizhinjam Lighthouse
Kovalam 2

Iconic landmark offering panoramic views of the coastline.

Beach
Hawah Beach (Eve's Beach)
Kovalam 2

Hawah Beach (Eve's Beach) in Kovalam.

Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Temple
Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Kovalam 2

Historic Hindu temple known for its intricate architecture and spiritual significance.

Poovar Island
Island/Backwater
Poovar Island
Kovalam 2

Picturesque island known for its backwater cruises and estuary.

Napier Museum
Museum
Napier Museum
Kovalam 2

Art and natural history museum showcasing Kerala's cultural heritage.

Kowdiar Palace
Palace
Kowdiar Palace
Kovalam 2

Former residence of the Travancore Royal Family, an architectural marvel.

Vellayani Lake
Lake
Vellayani Lake
Kovalam 2

Freshwater lake, popular for boating and its serene environment.

Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
Zoo
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
Kovalam 2

One of the oldest zoos in India, home to a variety of animals.

Shankumugham Beach
Beach
Shankumugham Beach
Kovalam 2

Popular beach known for its beautiful sunsets and Matsyakanyaka sculpture.

Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
Temple
Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
Kovalam 2

Famous for the annual Attukal Pongala festival, drawing millions of devotees.

Theme Park
Magic Planet
Kovalam 2

Unique magic-themed amusement park offering entertainment for all ages.

Vembanad Lake
Lake
Vembanad Lake
Kumarakom

Houseboat cruises

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Park
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Kumarakom

Diverse bird species

Kottayam
Town
Kottayam
Kumarakom

Cultural hub

Pathiramanal Island
Island
Pathiramanal Island
Kumarakom

Scenic island retreat

Bay Island Driftwood Museum
Museum
Bay Island Driftwood Museum
Kumarakom

Unique driftwood art

Munnar
Hill Station
Munnar
Kumarakom

Tea plantations