Eco Tourism : A Theme Ecotourism primarily means marketing the serene natural habitats as tourism 'product' with an inherent element of nature education. It is aimed to provide awareness to the visitor of the protective, productive and regulatory functions of the ecosystem.
It is a purposeful travel to natural areas for understanding the natural and cultural history of environment, but taking due care not to alter the integrity of the ecosystem, while producing and providing economic opportunities that make conservation of natural resources beneficial to local inhabitants.
It is a fast growing segment within international tourism.more»»
Kerala backwaters are a world of serenity and wonderment. The network of waterways, inlets from the sea, estuaries of over forty rivers, lakes and natural canals conne- cting coastal towns. This interlinked body of waterways is known as the backwaters in Kerala. more»»
Backwater cruises in Kerala are carried out on large converted traditional boats. These boats called Kettuvalloms (House Boat) were traditionally used as grain barges, to transport the rice harvested in the fertile fields alongside the Kerala Backwaters.
Kettuvallams, the stitched boats are the traditional house boats of Kerala. They provide the best way to experience the colourful backwaters of Kerala. more»»
The tree houses of the Kerala is a truly amazing place to stay. Kerala is fast becoming popular for its tree houses besides the beaches, wildlife and hill stations. You can stay in wooden lodges high up on trees in the forests of Kerala on your Kerala tours. The tree houses of Kerala seek to bring guests closer to the natural environment of Kerala. Live up in the tree houses of Kerala, wake up to the sound of birds, look out of yourmore»»
The charm of the Athirampally & Vazhachal nature cannot be described by words, Starting calmly from the high ranges, and crashing through gorges overhung with trees, these waterfall is one of the best places in India to re-capture a real sense of the classical idea of the "Picturesque"...not just calm and sweet, but something wild and natural. Affording to the onlookers, one of the most bewitching more»»
Ayurveda is a perfect ancient science of life; the word Ayur literally means life and Veda the science or knowledge. Ayurveda briefly explains the knowledge of the do's and don'ts one has to follow, which favours the well being of each individual to lead a healthy, happy, comfortable and advantageous life both physically, mentally and socially. Ayurveda also emphasizes that prevention is better than cure. In the Ayurveda philosophy all living organisms are made up of more»»
Kerala Beaches Most of India's finest beaches are in Kerala. Virtually its entire 900km length coastline is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms. Beaches are same everywhere, however, once in Kerala, you will realize that this is not so. Kerala's beaches are renowned for the gentle surf and blue waters. Beach travel has never before been so exciting! and you will be left with a feeling of seeing and experiencing something new everytime. Every more»»
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