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Yoga- The Extreme Satisfaction of Soul Yoga, the extreme heights of peacefulness attained through the silencing of the soul. Yoga, the oldest way of spiritual practice is one of the six schools in Hindu philosophy. Towards the end of twentieth century, yoga teachers moved to the West and travelers from the West to India led to the flourishing of Yoga in western countries. In the West, yoga gives stress on different postures associated with it. The Bhagavad Geetha, The Upanishads, The Yoga Sutras of Patajali, the Hatha Yoga Pradi Wilderness Camping in Kerala The chance of full enjoyment of an outdoor recreational activity-wilderness camping. The participants, known as campers, get away from civilization and enjoy nature while spending one or more nights, usually at a campsite. Camping may involve the use of a tent, a primitive structure, or no shelter at all. Trivandrum – Capital City of Kerala Trivandrum, the southern tip of kerala is one of the top most centers of tourist attractions. This capital city homes a number of centers of tourist attraction. Trivandrum proudly exhibits its numerous places of historical importance and tourist centers. Trivandrum is located 8.50 N 76.90E on the West coast. Trekking Trekking often refers to multi-day hiking trips through rural, often rugged territory. Many people who are trekkers engage in longer trips through entire regions of the world, using trekking as a way of getting from place to place. It can be incorporated with a number of other outdoor sports, such as rock climbing or backpacking. Tiger Trail in Kerala You can see a tiger feeding its cubs real close, while staying safely mounted on an elephant's back, provided you are in Kerala forests and you are lucky enough for such a marvellous sight. While tiger trail in Kerala you will be led by a small team of highly experienced guides – who have quit their former jobs as poachers of tigers, elephants and plants such as sandalwood and teak – you’ll hike into cool, green forests and out again into vast, sunny meadows; and hang out with an astounding array of wildlife including elephants, sambar deer, birds like the brilliant blue kingfisher and the great pied hornbill, and more than 100 species of butterflies. Oh yes, you might also catch a glimpse of one of Periyar’s 41 protected tigers, too. The Fun & Thrills of Mountaineering Mountaineering, otherwise known as Alpinism, is the sport, profession, or recreation of Climbing or going up mountains. It is a more challenging form of hiking; where one have to trek on higher altitudes. Although the toughest, this outdoor activity is also the most fulfilling. Sree Sankara Ayurveda hospital- in service of humanity Sree sankara Ayurveda Hospital situated at Perunna, Changanassery, Kottayam, Kerala has a history past more than 25 years. It has other sister institutions at Changanassery, Trivandrum, Khajuraho, Kochi, Goa and Delhi Special Ayurvedic Treatments for Karkkidaka The Malayalam month Karkkidaka is known for big monsoon rains. It is the season when most people stay indoors, no farming work, and physique becoming weak. The whole environment wears a gloomy look and it is time for mental stress, lethargy and several problems. Southern Splendour Kerala the Southern tip of India welcomes you to have a beautiful tourism experience through the Southern Splendour tourism packages. Rock Climbing In the shortest answer, it means "going vertical." But that can include sport climbing in a gym, bouldering without ropes (either at the gym or outside) close to the ground with spotters or crash pads in case you fall, cragging at local outcrops that require use of climbing ropes but no hikes to get to the rock, and alpine climbing, where you travel on foot quite a distance to get to your destination. Rappelling Rappelling is the practice of sliding down a rope in a controlled manner. There are several ways to rappel, the safest and most common way is with the use of a harness, locking carabineer and a belay device. The rope is fed through the device to add friction as the person controls the rate of descent. Climbers, Spelunkers and the Armed Forces use rappelling to safely descend steep slopes and rocks. Rappelling or abseiling is the process of descending a fixed rope. Ramzan Ramzan is one of the greatest feasts of Muslims of Kerala, India. It is observed in the ninth month of the lunar year. Since the festive is connected with the month of Ramadan, it is also called as Ramadan. Muslims, not only in Kerala but also in the whole world observe fasting in order to prepare for the great feast as part of purifying from the sins. The whole period is to be in prayers and spiritual worship. Muslims spend a good part of their time in Mosques studying the Quran during this time. Night prayers are also done in addition to the regular prayers daily. Para Gliding A paraglider is the ultimate portable aircraft, entirely packing up into a rucksack when not in use! Originally based upon square ram-air parachuting canopies, modern paragliders have ample performance for soaring in the gentle lifting air on windward slopes, and in suitable conditions, thermal lift makes it possible to fly substantial distances across the country. Palmistry Reading in Kerala The word Palmistry that is widely used nowadays is a practice of hand reading or fortune telling. It has a wide history that exists more than hundred years. Palm Sunday in Kerala Palm Sunday is celebrated every year throughout Kerala that falls in the month of April. Palm Sunday is otherwise known as Osana Njayarazhcha or Kuruthola Perunnal in Malayalam. Palm Sunday is celebrated in preparation to the Holy Week. On this day, people go in procession around the church premises or through the streets holding tender palm leaves. The faithful practices this in remembrance of the day on which Jesus Christ’s victorious entry into the city of Jerusalem. ‘Hosanna to the son of David…” the multitude cried out before Christ 20 centuries ago. In remembrance of this incident, hymns of hosanna will be sung throughout the procession. Onam Feast - Kerala Festival Cuisine Onam feast is an indispensable part of Onam Celebrations. Onasadya is served on naturally available plates- plantain leaves. It is almost impossible to use a spoon or forks to eat onasadya. Onasadya gives an idea about the traditional Kerala cuisine. Oil Bath: Stress Management, Physical Health and More Massaging your body with oil before you take a bath brings physical and mental advantages. Regular oil massage with appropriate oil – coconut oil or sesame oil – has its advantages like lowered stress, better physical fitness, lower blood pressure, etc are some of them. Night Trekking in Kerala During night trekking you can enjoy the nocturnal beauty of the wildlife. Trekking has remained men's passion from the day he took his first step on the earth. He always ventured out of home and his natural surroundings to explore something new, a world that was unknown to him. It is astonishing to learn that the human race migrated from one continent to another when there were no means of communication, no helping hands, and most of them who left their home could never return back. Naturopathy in Ayurveda “All healing powers are within your body”- is the core content of all naturopathic treatments. Naturopathy teaches that the cause of all illness is the toxins that persist in the body a person. Complete healing is possible by the expulsion of these toxins. Strict vegetarian food is provided in all naturopathic centers. Fasting, the most favorable way of recovery is practiced in these centers. Mystic Hill and Natural Medicinal Plants – Agastyar Koodam Agastyarkoodam (agastyar kudam or agastya malai) is a 1,868 metres (6,129 ft) peak in the Western Ghats of South India. The mountain lies on the border between the Indian states of Kerala (in Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram District) and Tamil Nadu (in Tirunelveli). The perennial river Thamiarabarni originates from this hill and flows in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. My Kerala-God’s Own Country My Kerala, also known as God’s own Country for its unique geography, climate and Cultural diversity. My Kerala is a small piece of land on the southwestern tip of peninsular India, lying in North-South direction and occupying 1% of the total land of India. Mural Paintings of Kerala India Mural paintings are the valued treasures of Kerala. These fresco paintings are classified as ‘Frecco-secco’. The paintings are done on walls that are completely dry and a lime medium is used. It originated from the Dravidian art of Kalamezhuthu. This traditional painting has a history back from 9th to 12th century A.D. Mountain Hiking Mountain Hiking is a form of walking, undertaken with the specific purpose of exploring and enjoying the scenery on the way and from the top. Anyone enjoy the good walk will also enjoy the hiking experience within the mountainous regions of Kerala. The lower attitude regions of Nilgiri Hills provide some pretty good options to enjoy a hike. Mountain Biking Mountain Biking is a sport of endurance, skills and self-reliance. From a back yard to a gravel road, from country sides to mountain slopes, fire roads to the thrills of biking down narrow tracks through forests, mountains, deserts – mountain biking offers incomparable thrills and fun. Meditation- a way to contemplation Meditation an ancient practice is rooted in Vedic Hinduism. It is a state in which the mind dissolves and is free of thoughts. Full fledged in Western culture, meditation is a common practice known to everyone. It includes a wide variety of spiritual practices that masters on the mental activity of a person. Most of them approach Meditation for achieving peace of mind. Medicinal Plants in Kerala Kerala forests are rich with a variety of medicinal plants that usually find its way to several ayurvedic medicines. From down south Agastyarkoodam to northern Nilamboor, there are different forests, which provide a rich supply of Kerala medicinal plants. Maramon Convention On the banks of Pamba River is Maramon; the center where the great Christian religious gathering takes place. Maramon has a history past many years. This is a place where the largest Christian gathering takes place in Asia. The great reformer of the Syrian Church in Kerala, Palakkunnathu Abraham Maplah was a part of Maramon. Maramon convention is held every year on the sand bed stretches of Pamba River below the Kozhenchery Bridge. Kumarakom Houseboats Kumarakom, 12km from Kottayam Kerala India is a major backwater destination. It lies between Western Ghats and Arabian Sea and is considered as the gateway to the backwaters of Kuttanad. Kozhikode Kozhikode has a prominent place in the pages of history. Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese navigator came to this place in the year 1498. This center was once a prominent center of Zamorins. All those beautiful beaches, historical monuments and the cultural background of Kozhikode are more attractive Kollam House Boats Kollam, a prime center for houseboat cruise proudly stands at the west coast of India, in the southern state of Kerala. Kollam, surrounded with Ashtamudi Lake, is blessed with the charm of blue waters and elegant greenery. It is one of the known trade centers. Ashtamudi Lake, that envelops thirty percent of Kollam and Sasthamkotta, the largest fresh water lake in Kerala are its pride. Backwater cruise through Ashtamudi Lake, backwaters of Kollam and Alleppey adds to the thrill of this trip. The temples with attractive architecture Kerala Tree Houses After the beaches, hill stations and backwaters, Kerala tree houses are now capturing the fascination of both inland and foreign tourists to this land. These tree houses are usually atop 50 feet or more tall trees. Tree houses in Kerala are a part of efforts to promote eco-friendly tourism in the state. Kerala Travel Mart Kerala Travel Mart is a biannual showcase that attracts far and near people to the charm of Kerala. Kerala Travel Mart is one of a kind event that promotes Kerala as not only a tourism destination, but also all season convention center for corporate houses from around the world. Kerala tourism Calm serene beaches, eco tourism and palm grove resorts were the trademarks of Kerala_tourism. Now Kerala-tourism is also redefined as Kerala health tourism, Kerala adventure tourism, Kerala backwater tourism and a lot more. Kerala tourism also stands high in Indian tourism and world tourism with the calm serene beaches, backwaters, house boat journeys, rolling hills blanketed with forests or tea plantation, scopes of adventure, forest and wildlife, trekking, bird watching, best climate, and a fairly long monsoon season. Kerala Tour Packages If you like to visit God’s own Country, you can choose from Kerala tour packages that offer different options to enjoy Kerala. Kerala tour packages are packed in different flavors, and there is plenty of choice in the form of Ayurveda treatment package, sight seeing package, backwater tourism package, eco-tourism package, adventure tour package, forest, wildlife and trekking package etc. There is always a choice for every need of tourists. Kerala Dance Forms Centuries old Kerala Dance Forms are noted for the variety, youthfulness and charm. Some Kerala dance forms like Kathakali is world renowned, and a dance form Koodiyattom is recognized by UNESCO as human heritage art. All Kerala dance forms and dance forms of India are based on the instructions of ‘NatyaSastra’, the science of acting, which can be attributed to Sire Bharata who lived some 20 centuries ago. He described ‘navarasangal’ or the nine emotions viz. Sringaram (Love and seduction), Roudram (Aggressive), Hasyam (Humorous), Bhayanakam (Frightening), Veeram (Courage), Karuna (Compassion), Adbhutam (Wonder) and Shantam (Peace). Kerala dance forms seem to draw a narrow line between male and female performers. Kerala Boat Race Kerala Boat Race is a festival occasion at rivers and backwaters of Kerala. Boat races Kerala are characterized by color, sweat, high-pitched folk music, excitement and teamwork. A typical snake boat team has 115 to 125 members. There will be 10 to 14 such teams competing. There are several snake boat race events, among them Nehru Trophy Boat race, is the most spectacular one. This annual boat-racing event at Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha district of Kerala was started in 1952 to commemorate the visit of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Kasargod Kerala Kasargod, the land of lakes is one of the prides of Kerala. It is the northern most district of Kerala that has Western Ghats in the East and Arabian Sea in the West. Kannur Kerala Kannur, a seacoast town in Nothern Malabar is one of the places of historical importance. This age-old district in Kerala stands as a commemoration of the European powers in Kerala. Kannur is land bound with myths and legends. The word Kannur came out from Kannan (Lord Krshna) and Ur (Place). Many renowned historians and writers have gone through this place. Kannur Kerala Kannur, a seacoast town in Nothern Malabar is one of the places of historical importance. This age-old district in Kerala stands as a commemoration of the European powers in Kerala. Kannur is land bound with myths and legends. The word Kannur came out from Kannan (Lord Krshna) and Ur (Place). Many renowned historians and writers have gone through this place. Kalamandalam Kerala- Center for Performing Arts Thrissur, the cultural center of Kerala cradles this named center. The center is at the banks of Bharathapuzha (Nila) Cheruthuruthy. This primary center for performing arts in Kerala follows Keralite traditions of classical dance forms, where ancient gurukula system is disciplined. It offers training for Kathakali, Koddiyattom, Mohiniyattom and Thullal. Regular, Long Term, Short Term and Intensive courses are available that makes an amateur into a professional. Jeep Safari in Kerala Forests Like Camel and Horse safaris in India, another popular form is the Jeep Safari. The Jeep Safari not only refreshes and revitalises but one feels close to nature while driving through the quiet and beautiful countryside. Let your senses sway to the romance of the surroundings as you pass forts, palaces, historical landmarks and villages. Hair Loss: Causes, Prevention & Treatments Beautiful shining hair is akin to beauty & health. However, many people experience unjustified loss of hair loss, which negatively affects their social life and self perception. Hair loss can be attributed to several reasons including hormone changes, dandruff, exposure to chemicals, side effects of strong medications, side effects of radiation, etc. Sometimes hair loss can be the most visible aspect of some serious diseases, inadequate nutrition, or serious physical conditions. Forest Expedition The forest expedition is arranged for the travellers to thoroughly experience the hidden natural wonders of what you can discover in the wildness. The quiet streams and picture skew lakes will be mind blowing. All the forest is bursting with biology. A forest is a thriving planet of dense greens and a home to hundreds of species of birds and animals. Festival of Kerala - Onam National festival of Kerala, onam is the most important annual event for every Malayalees. Onam is celebrated on the ‘Thiruvonam’ day of Malayalam month ‘Chingam’, to mark the visit of Mahabali (also called Maveli) to his land. All people irrespective of religious beliefs or color difference celebrate this festival. The national festival of Kerala coincides with the harvesting season of Kerala. The atmosphere also seems to join the celebration, with the blooming of a variety of flowers and sighting of a lot of butterflies, and songs of birds. Exotic birds and serene backwaters of Kottayam Kotttayam a beautiful place at the heart of Kerala is attractive by its serene water bodies and rolling hills and mountains. Kottayam is bordered with Western Ghats in the East and Kuttanad and Vembanad Lake in the West. Kottayam is surrounded by Ernakulam in the North, Pathanamthitta in the South, Alappuzha in the West and Idukki in the East. Kottayam is one of the Christian dominated centers of Kerala. Ernakulam Ernakulam, one of the finest harbors of the world is also the commercial capital of Kerala. Ernakulam or Kochi has a remarkable position in the history of Kerala. Elephant Safari in Kerala The adventure tour in India is popular and especially the elephant safari trips. Elephant safari helps the visitor to travel through such difficult terrains where even jeeps cannot venture. And why not, riding an elephant takes you back to the royal era, when only the kings use to ride on these majestic beasts, since nothing can even compare to the majesty of a Pachyderm. Easter Festival in Kerala Likewise Christmas, Easter is another festival celebrated by Christians in Kerala and the whole of India. Christians celebrate Easter in remembrance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ who died for humanity in the cross on Good Friday. It usually falls on the month of April. Destination Kerala It is always Destination Kerala for traveler who wants to spend their time with tranquilizing environment in the laps of nature. Destination Kerala offers some of the most soothing experience of life for both domestic and foreign travelers. Although there are beautiful beaches, hill stations, five-star hotels, etc. the most preferred experience is the soothing journey through the backwaters of Kerala. CVN Kalari in Kerala CVN Kalari, a center of martial arts training is situated at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, South India. The center focuses in the over all growth and welfare of the disciple through the spiritual and ritual practices of training process. Kalaripayattu is the major martial art trained in this center. The kalaripayattu means martial training inside an arena or it is otherwise called military training ground. Birds Sanctuary in Kerala You can watch a wide variety of beautiful exotic birds at the bird's sanctuaries of Kerala. Birds sanctuaries of Kerala have excellent moist deciduous teak forests and marshes dominated by bamboo and other grasses, most favourable environ for aerial population in India. These forests are also said to be amongst the most extensively forested belts in the Indian Peninsula housing some of the most desired homes of migratory birds in Kerala. On the travel vacations to Kerala the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary, and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary offers some of the excellent photography options. Bakrid Festival in Kerala All over Kerala, the Muslim community celebrates Bakrid, the great celebration. It usually falls on the tenth day of Lunar year. The celebration is conducted in remembrance of Prophet Ibrahim who was willing to kill his only son Ismail by the command of God. When he was about to kill his son, God send a goat inside of killing him. As a remembrance of this act Muslims sacrifices a goat or Bakr (Urdu). Back Waters and House Boats in Kerala The Kerala backwaters are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea. The network includes five large lakes linked by canals, both manmade and natural, fed by 38 rivers, and extending virtually half the length of Kerala state. The backwaters were formed by the action of waves and shore currents creating low barrier islands across the mouths of the many rivers flowing down from the Western Ghats range. Ayurveda- An Ancient Form of Medication System Ayurveda the most widely used term now a days is one of the oldest form of treatments. This named treatment system is the proven practice of the new millennium. Valuing the importance of Ayurveda, even people from far of land come to experience this rejuvenating natural treatment. Healthy mind and body has become the most discussed aspect of the new generation. Ayurveda is divided into eight branches called Ashangaveda. Ayurveda Honeymoon Tour Packages Ayurveda honeymoon tour packages are the latest craze among young tourists visiting Kerala. Honeymoon with Ayurveda packages receive tourists to a one of a kind travel experience, where they experience abundance and fullness of life. Aivar Natakom Aivar natakom is a prominent rural drama of Kerala. Aivar natakom or Aivar Kali literally means a play of five people or Pandavas. People of Viswakarma community of Kerala perform this art form. It includes five communities that are Aasari (carpenter), Mussari (Brassmith), Thattaan (Gold smith), Kalthachan (Mason) and Kollan (Blacksmith).

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