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Districts in Kerala

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
KOLLAM
PATHANAMTHITTA
ALAPPUZHA
KOTTAYAM
IDUKKI
ERNAKULAM
THRISSUR
PALAKKAD
MALAPPURAM
KOZHIKODE
WAYANAD
KANNUR
KASARAGOD

Kerala has 14 separate districts, each famous for its own set of unique destinations and features. Following is a list of that can be used to gain information on each individual district based on your preference. This is to aid you in the process of gaining more data regarding the areas you would like to visit and plan your trip accordingly.

Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. The district Located in the southwestern tip of India and is noted for internationally renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage.

Kollam

Kollam was one of the leading trade capitals of the Old World. This district is the centre of the country’s cashew trading and processing industry. The district’s Ashtamudi Lake is the gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala

Pathanamthitta

Pathanamthitta – a district is noted for its temples, rivers, mountain ranges, water fiestas, and heritage villages like Aranmula and Vasthu Vidya Gurukulam. The district is home to the world famous Aranmula Kannadi or metal mirrors.

Alappuzha

Alappuzha, famous for its boat races, beaches, marine products and coir industry, is a world renowned backwater tourist destination of India. Kuttanad, Alappuzha backwaters and Alappuzha Beach are the must-see tourist attractions here.

Kottayam

Kottayam district is the nerve centre of Kerala’s newspaper industry. The majestic Vembanad Lake and the stunning backwaters of Kumarakom are its prime attractions. The district is also noted for Christian missionaries

Idukki

Idukki, the second largest district of Kerala, is famous for its hill station destinations like Munnar and Thekkady

Ernakulam

Ernakulam district is considered to be one of the business metropolises of India. A fascinating mixture of the old and the new, the district comprises many interesting cities including Kochi (Cochin) the Commercial Capital of Kerala

Thrissur

Thrissur district, cultural capital of Kerala, is noted for its Pooram Festival. The district is also the abode of several cultural centres like Kerala Kalamandalam, Sahitya Academy and the Sangeetha Nataka Academy

Palakkad

Palakkad district is known as the Granary of Kerala. It is a vast expanse of verdant plains interspersed with hills, rivers, mountain streams and forests.

Malappuram

Malappuram has a rich and eventful history. The district is a famous centre for Hindu-Vedic learning and Islamic philosophy, the temples and mosques of this region are well known for their spectacular festivals.

Kozhikode

Kozhikode district in Kerala is one of the most important regions of the Malabar Coast. Serene beaches, historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers and hills make Kozhikode a popular destination.

Wayanad

Wayanad is a bio-diverse district with beautiful hill stations. It is located on the southern tip of the magnificent Deccan plateau in Kerala.

Kannur

Bounded by the Western Ghats in the east and the Lakshadweep Sea in the west, Kannur district in Kerala showcases its remarkable history in the form of ancient forts, old shrines and august cultural and educational institutions that dot its scenic landscape.

Kasaragod

Kasaragod district is home to the largest and best preserved fort in the State, Kerala, India – Bekal. It is also noted for its spectacular art forms of Theyyam, Yakshagana, Poorakkali and Kolkali