Kerala is also popularly nicknamed as ‘God’s Own Country’ and is located on India’s southwestern tip. To the east is the Western Ghats that towers at about 500m to 2700m height and on the west is the Arabian Sea. There are three regions created in this state, namely the highlands, fertile midlands and the coastal lowlands. Its lowlands re networked with unending backwaters as well as deltas drained by 44 rivers. The forested highlands boast of being rich in coffee, tea, spice and rubber plantations along with wildlife reserves. The midlands are abundant with coconut, cashew, coconut, banana, tapioca, ginger, rice, sugarcane, pepper including other vegetable plantations.
The state is known to have amazing geographical features, considered to be the primary reason for its becoming the most sought over Asian tourist destinations. The long shoreline with mesmerizing and serene beaches, equable climate, emerald backwaters in stretches, waterfalls, exotic wildlife, lush hill stations, festivals, enchanting art forms, Ayurveda, cultural monuments, festivals and exotic cuisines is what has been luring tourists to visit here time and again to have a unique experience.
Regarded as a top fascinating destination for honeymooners, this article provides you with an insight about the five top popular honeymoon destinations here, frequented by western and Indian tourists. The exotic destinations to be to enjoy the honeymoon with the spouse are Munnar, Kochi, Thekkady, Kovalam and Alleppey. Each destination can be stated to have its own unique and specialty and is said to offer honeymoon couples with lifetime opportunity to enjoy the peaceful, beautiful and serene peaceful spots in God’s own country.
Cochin / Fort Kochi
It is located in Ernakulum district on the Arabian Sea coast and with Allappuzha and Kottayam districts to the south, Thrissur to the north and Idukki to the east. Thrissur is known to be the region’s most cosmopolitan city, claiming to be among the world’s finest natural harbors. Cochin also has rich history and regarded to be a major center with regards to trade & commerce that took place with the Arabs, Chinese, Dutch, British, Portuguese, etc. Kochi’s honeymoon tour is sure to offer couples with the opportunity to make the most of their precious time spent here.
Few of the places in Kochi / Cochin to visit by honeymoon couples include Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church established by the Portuguese Franciscan friars in 1503, Mattacherry Palace (the Dutch built Palace that remains closed on Fridays), Chinese Fishing Net, Kaladi – considered to be Adi Sankaracharya’s birth place, Jew Town, Jewish Synagogue (that remains closed on Jewish holidays & Saturdays), Willingdon Island, Cherai Beach, Fort Kochi, etc. The best way to know more about this historic fort is to take a leisurely walk across the city. Kochi also boasts of having a colorful and eventful history. A popular activity that is simply loved honeymooners getting a glimpse of the setting sun from Chinese Fishing Nets.
Munnar
It is regarded to be Kerala state’s most nature rich as well as the finest hill station, located in the district of Idukki. This destination is just ideal for honeymooners similar to Wayanad, Ponmudi and other popular hill stations here. It offers a healthy climate and picturesque charisma. Munnar is located at the confluence 3 mountain streams, namely, Kundala, Nallathanni and Mudrapuzha. This hill station is at a height of about 1,600m from sea level. It was also once the erstwhile British Government’s summer resort in South India. The winding lanes, picture book towns, sprawling tea plantations and innumerous holiday facilities and amenities available here is what makes this hilly town to be popularly visited by both Indian and foreign tourists.
Neelakurinji is one of the exotic floras that are available in the grasslands and forests here. This flower is said to bloom and can be noticed spread across the hills showcasing blue color in every 12 years. The next date for its bloom is 2018. South India’s highest peak Anamudi is also in Munnar with a height of about 2,695m, a favorite amongst trekkers. Couples from across the globe, mesmerized by its beauty, visit this place to spend quality time.
Munnar has currently become part of the honeymoon tour package in Kerala for every international and domestic honeymoon traveler. Honeymoon couples are able to indulge in various types of activities during their honeymoon trip to Munnar like explore tea plantations, trekking or just relax at exotic locations.
Thekkady
It is in Kerala’s Idukki district that Thekkady is located. This small town is very much attractive and also famous for its wildlife tourism. You can get to see the rich flora & fauna here. Among the fascinating sanctuaries in Thekkady that showcases natural wildlife is Periyar Wildlife sanctuary. Majority of the honeymoon couples do like to spend their time here in Periyar due to its rich and beautiful flora & fauna. Also, they can get to explore the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Scenic beauty, exotic wildlife and geomorphology is what Thekkady is popular for.
Travelers from across the globe are attracted to Periyar Tiger Reserve. You can find evergreen forests here that cover 360 sq. km. out of the total sanctuary area of 777 sq. km. There is also an artificial lake of an area of about 26 sq. km., across Periyar River, created by Mullaperiyar Dam. Here, honeymoon couples can enjoy boating sessions from 7am to 6pm. It is also the country’s only wildlife sanctuary, where it is possible to observe and photograph wild elephants up very close, but from a boat. Availing a boat cruise and moving on the lake waters is undoubtedly a great way to check out the fascinating wildlife at the reserve.
Alleppey
To its west is the Arabian Sea along with vast network of fresh water rivers, lagoons and lakes crisscrossing the region. Alleppey is locally referred to as Allapuzha and is regarded to be a place of natural beauty. Kerala also boasts of having several backwater destinations to visit like Thiruvallam, Kottayam, Kollam, Alleppey, Kumarakom, etc. Alleppey is however, considered to be the most popular among them. Honeymooners visit this place from across the globe have nicknamed it as ‘Venice of East’. This backwater destination is considered to be the home to diverse bird and animal life. The town being located close to the sea is known to have an age-old maritime history.
Alleppey, currently has achieved importance as a popular backwater tourist destination, attracting international and domestic honeymoon travelers in thousands throughout the year. this place has also occupied the top list of must visit by global travelers due to its boat races as well as houseboat holiday packages, a popular option available to honeymoon couples allowing them to live in the beauty of the region’s beaches, backwaters, sea food, marine product and coir industry. ‘Kuttinad’ is this land’s individual characteristic having lush paddy fields, thus deriving the title ‘Kerala’s rice bowl’ and a place where farming is carried out below sea level.
Kovalam
If the plan is to have a honeymoon tour in the beautiful state of Kerala, then serenity, calmness, picturesque and privacy is what comes to the minds of the couples. Kovalam beach is perhaps the right place to be for couples to spend precious honeymoon moments. It is in Trivandrum district on India’s southwestern tip that this famous beach is located, bordering Tamil Nadu to its east and Arabian Sea to its west.
