13/08/2026
Kerala is a state on the southwestern coast of India. Known as "God's Own Country", it covers 38,863 square kilometers between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. Its capital is Thiruvananthapuram, and the main language is Malayalam. It is famous for high literacy, backwaters, and spices. You can explore official travel information on the Kerala Tourism Official Website. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Geography and Climate
Land: Narrow coastal plain with lush hills and lagoons.
Highest Peak: Anamudi at 2,695 meters.
Weather: Tropical with heavy monsoon rains from June to September. [1, 2, 3]
Culture and Society
Literacy: Highest in India at over 96 percent.
Arts: Home to Kathakali dance and Kalaripayattu martial art.
Festivals: Onam is the major harvest celebration. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Economy and Food
Crops: Spices, rubber, tea, coffee, and coconuts.
Food: Rice, fish curry, appam, and the grand Sadya feast.
Tourism: Houseboat cruises on backwaters and hill stations like Munnar. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
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