Rainy Season Greetings from Kerala the land blessed with Monsoon

Rain is slowly gaining control in Kerala. Water is overflowing in Rivers and Dams. Soon the landscape will change. The green carpet will cover the whole state and water brings back life to all living beings. Kerala at its best. The Monsoon season 2014 is here. Welcome to Kerala.

Nutmeg another Spice of Kerala

Nutmeg is another spice of Kerala which is used in curries to spice up the flavor. Large areas of Kerala has Nutmeg trees and it is a money spinner for serious farmers. Nutmegs provide a cool and green canopy and hence is attractive in the landscape of any homes.

Coffee Plantations in Kerala

Coffee is grown on the slopes of the hills along Kerala's western ghats. The upper reaches are suitable for Tea and the slopes downhill are ideal for Coffee. A cup of hot coffee in a small cafe in the hills is highly invigorating. A tour of the Coffee plantations is also highly recommended. The planting, tending and harvesting of Coffee beans, processing into Coffee powder and packaging can be informative and interesting activity.

Cocoa of Kerala one of the Best in the World

Because of the speciality and composition of the Kerala soil, spices and condiments grown in Kerala are more tastier than their counterparts from other countries. Cocoa grown in the slopes of the western ghats are preferred by Chocolate makers of reputed global companies.

Cashew Nut of Kerala the King of Nuts

Kerala boasts of the best variety of Cashew Nuts in the World. Although the fruit came from South America, the speciality of Kerala soil makes the nuts tastier, wholesome and hence highly expensive. Cashew Nuts are exported worldwide and people prefer the salted and spicy variants of Kerala Cashew Nuts as their favorite snacks. Nuts especially of Cashew are good for heart and for energy.

Cardamom the Tasty and Healthy Spice of All

Cardamom is one of the costliest spices from Kerala. The best quality Cardamom goes to various countries to garnish and flavor veg and non veg dishes, sweets and desserts, Tea and other health drinks, mouth freshners and as an aphrodisiac. Cardamom is grown mostly in the high ranges of the mist laden slopes of the western ghats.

Arecanut Palms in Kerala

Arecanut Palms are a common sight in Kerala. It is seen along with Coconut and Nutmeg plantations across the state. Arecanut is used as an ingredient in mouth refreshners and Pan Masala, a chewable concoction eaten after meals for digestion. The Palm leaves are used for various purposes and for making Palm dishes and serving plates etc. It is an eco friendly product and is exported worldwide due to its biodegradable nature. Cups, Plates, boxes and cases for soaps etc are made of the crown of Palm leaves.

Pure and High Quality Kerala Spices

Pure and high quality spices are produced in Kerala. The export of the spices is a big forex earner for the state and its people. Kerala Black Pepper, Cardamom and Cocoa are preferred by buyers from all over the world over other countries for its taste, quality and superior flavours. Call 9895039531 for export enquiries and details.

Kerala the Land of Spices

Kerala is the land of Spices and traders from all over the world eyed the tiny state for Spice trade. The Portugese, the Spanish, the British, the Jews, the Arabs, the Chinese and the rest of the world depend Kerala for pure Spices from olden times. The hills of the western ghats is ideal for spices like Pepper, Cardamom, Cloves, Nutmeg, Star Anise, Ginger, Turmeric etc. It is also suitable for Tea and Coffee etc.

Country Boats and River Cruises in Kerala India

There are several types of boats in Kerala. The common country boat made of wood, the bamboo raft, the large boats that haul material to long distances which have a small shade or arch for the oarsman, Catamarans and Jungars to transport vehicles and passangers, House Boats for tourists.... Snake or Dragon Boats for races, ceremonies etc. the list of boats is interesting...!!

The beautiful rivers of Kerala India

The main rivers of Kerala are itself a storehouse of its civilisation. The river banks are populated by people for its commercial and trading values. But these days, many people build homes to enjoy the view of the rivers. The serene, green and deep flowing rivers, the calm but wide and shallow rivers, the fast flowing streams near forests and hills... Kerala got it all. A boat ride through the river in Cities and country boat ride in the villages are equally enjoyable.

The grand rivers of Kerala Achankovilar

Kerala has numerous rivers which originate from the hills of the western ghats and flow through the dense forests and enters the plains and finally merges in the Arabian Sea. Some rivers flow out of the state and enters the Bay of Bengal crossing either Tamilnadu or Karnataka. The murky green water of this river indicates that it is coming from the dense forests and jungles washing along the thick foliage and uprooting trees and plants in its downhill rush. The rocks are pounded mercilessly to sand and soil and the thick foliage is churned and crushed by the roaring rapids and the whole wild stream then falls several meters down in a waterfall and the dark green juices of nature flows downstream to join the eternal sea.

White water rafting in Kerala

The dangerous adventure water sport of White water rafting is gaining popularity in Kerala. The rapids in Thusharagiri in Calicut district is a highly sought after destination for white water rafting in Kerala.

River rafting and Kayaking in Kerala India

River rafting with Bamboo rafts and Kayaking in the backwaters of Kerala, India is one of the adventure activity enjoyed by western tourists in Kerala. There are huge stretches of back waters and big rivers and wild streams to experience the thrill of water sports.

River rafting in the Jungle Rivers of Kerala

Bamboo rafts and inflated boats can take you through some of the virgin forests on the Planet in Kerala, India. The rivers originating from the Western ghats flow through some of the dense rain forests on Earth. Home to some of the big predators of the wild, those with an adventurous mindset can pursue this extremely risky journey.

Bamboo Rafting in Kerala India

Kerala offers the unique opportunity to explore its dense rain forests and reservoirs using Bamboo rafts. Selected spots in Kerala has the facility offered by the Tourism Dept or the Kerala Forest Department. The Dams and Wildlife preserves are better than that of South America or South East Asian countries like Malaysia, Thailand or Burma. The dense jungles are home to wild animals like Elephants, bison, tiger, leopard, deer and numerous birds. A bamboo raft ride through the streams and reservoirs will gift a once in a life time opportunity to get close with pristine nature in its purest form.

Thrissur Pooram the Grand Temple Festival of Elephants in Kerala India

People all over the world loves Elephants the biggest animal on land. They love to touch and feed it and if possible to have a joy ride on it. Thrissur Pooram offers the rare opportunity to experience the Elephant in the close quarters and indulge in all your fantasies related to the Pachyderm. Pooram is the time when hundreds of Elephants converge in the Town to rub shoulders in one of the grandest festivals on Earth. Millions of spectators will throng the main venue to witness the chivalry.

Thrissur Pooram the World famous festival of Elephants

Thrissur Pooram is world famous for the Elephant exhibition with hundreds of caparisoned and elaborately decorated Elephants stand face to face and people displaying colourful and attractive Umbrellas and other items infront of millions of "Pooram" fans from all corners of the globe. Tourists throng the Temple city during Pooram which falls in March - April months. There will be mind blowing performances by highly talented artists who show off their skills in various musical instruments like drums, flutes etc.

Rice or Paddy Carpets in Kerala a beautiful sight

Rice is grown on large areas of Kerala and the scenery from above is like a green carpet stretching the landscape of Kerala. Your mind body and soul will be refreshing by this green and serene picture of nature.