Top 5 Unique and Interesting things to do on your Kerala Trip
Indian tourism is very versatile. We have 29 states in the country and every state has unique landscapes, cultures, traditions etc. Tourism in every state is different from the other. Kerala too has a lot of unique things to offer its tourists, and hence it’s no wonder that Kerala is such a preferred holiday destination in India.
If you are planning a Kerala trip, then this list will provide you with information about indigenous and unique things you must see and try out. Here is a list of 5 unique things to do on your Kerala trip.
Explore the Kerala Backwaters in a Kerala Houseboat
The Kerala houseboat is akin to a floating house. It has all the amenities you need- bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, air-conditioning and you even get cooks! Houseboat packages range from a day to a week. The best thing about the houseboat is the majestic view it provides. One can see the ancient Chinese nets, water lilies, narrow canals, villages, and paddy fields, all in their natural setting.
Watch a Snake Boat Race
The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is the most popular Boat race in Kerala held in the month of August. To be precise it is held on the second Saturday of August each year. The boat racing is done on the Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha. Approximately 100 oarsmen row a single snake boat and complete with other similar snake boats. The snake boat racing is a sport unique to Kerala and is a must-see if you are in Kerala during August.
Get a Kerala Ayurveda Massage
Ayurveda is a medicinal system originated in Kerala and is still preferred over mainstream medicine by the locals even today. Kerala Ayurvedic treatments can be taken for healing various ailments, as beauty treatments or just for relaxation. The Ayurvedic centers are ubiquitous in Kerala and a must-do activity on your Kerala trip.
Watch the Traditional Art forms
Kerala is home to many traditional dance forms. Kathakali, Theyyam, Thiruvathira, and Mohiniyattam are some of the popular dance forms of Kerala. These shows are held in many theaters and centers all across the state. If you want to see and understand Kerala traditional arts, this is a must-watch.
Not just dance forms, Kerala is home to many traditional martial art forms as well. Kalaripayattu is a one of the oldest martial art forms in the world. So if you are on your Kerala trip, don’t miss a Kalaripayattu show.
See the Elephants in Kerala
In Kerala, Elephants are a common sight and something you can’t miss on your Kerala trip. You can watch elephants in their natural habitat in places such as the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary etc. You can also take a trip to the many Elephant training centers such as Kodanad Elephant Training Centre or Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary. Elephants are also a part of temple rituals in Kerala. Many temples in Thrissur have elephants, especially during their temple festivals. Or you could explore the countryside and take an elephant ride. There are myriad ways to see and interact with elephants in Kerala.
