Explore the Gods Own Country (Kerala) by

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Kerala the Gods Own Country is a perfect destination for adventure, culture and relaxation. With its
laid-back beach scene, swaying elephant rides and gentle houseboat cruises along tropical backwaters,
you'll soon see why National Geographic Traveller voted Kerala one of its ten Paradise Found' Land of
Coconuts, State of Enlightenment (National Geographic), one of the 6 destinations of the millennium
(Khaleej Times), one of the 50 must-see destinations of a lifetime (National Geographic Travel), but for
once it is also a place that justifies the hype. The glossy photos in travel magazines and online travel
guides dont lie Kerala, the surreal tropical paradise, is truly enigmatic and beautiful. There are many
fascinating elements that make Kerala a good tourist spot. Of them the thick forests with coconut trees
allure many people all over the world. The hospitality shown by the keralites makes people to visit Kerala
often. The Literacy rate here is almost 100%, the only state to have all literates in India.
The state of Kerala sits in sharp contrast to the rest of India with its highest literacy rate, women
outnumbering the number of men, newspaper readership among the highest in the world, world-class
health care systems and being the most developed society in India. This petite state synonymous with
wellness is popularly referred to as the Land of Ayurveda.
With the Arabian Sea in the west, Western Ghats towering 500-2700 meters in the east and a network of
44 rivers cutting across the state, it is Keralas unique geographical features that make it one of the most
sought after tourist destinations in Asia. The state is divided into 14 districts, all of which offer unique
combinations of - shimmering backwaters, bio-diversity hotspots, tropical forests, golden sand beaches,
historic monuments, Wildlife Reserves et cetera. Cosmopolitan Magazine, in apt recognition of the states
romantic charms, rates Kerala as one of the top 10 love nests in India.
The state stays abreast with other developed nations of the world. The proactive policies has helped
catapult the state into one of the major IT hubs of India, on par with that of Bangalore and Hyderabad.
Watch dazzling kaleidoscopic visions of a landscape painted with many shades of green unfold before
your eyes as you travel from one end of the state to the other. Kerala is, beyond the power of words to say
it, a lovely destination, or to be more precise, the loveliest of all destinations in India. Sit back and enjoy
the sights and sounds of this timeless land.




About Fortune Tours
Fortune Destination Management India Pvt Ltd. a.k.a Fortune Tours is a professionally run Package Tour
Operator functioning under the Indian Companys Act. In a more greener words, Fortune Tours are a
Group of Recognized and Renowned Travel and Holiday Experts Who Offers Way beyond than What
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The expertise of Fortune Tours lies in conducting packaged tours to all popular Indian and International
destinations. Fortune Tours specialize in providing the entire gamut of travel-related services under
one roof. Under this umbrella, Fortune Tours offer right from exploratory Group Expeditions to
mesmerizing Honeymoon packages to ready-made tour packages and even allow one to develop an
amazing customized tour program.
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For the last 9 years, dedicated teams at Fortune Tours have provided cost effective tours throughout India
and abroad to suit the travellers requirements and desires. Fortune Tours guarantee much more than the
value for money, here with us every smile of you is what we toil for.
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Fortune Tours take pride in serving our guest with high spirit of hospitality and ensure that they give
more than his or her expectations. Each guest is so important to us and Fortune Tours make sure they
have a single point of contact from customising the package to till they stay with us, thus ensuring
complete peace of mind throughout the process.
Everlasting Honeymoonpackages, remarkable Holidays packages, poetic pilgrim packages, aesthetic
House boat cruise, hereditary Ayurvedic retreats and Rent-A-Car service throughout the Kerala are some
of focal features of Fortune Tours. For Fortune Tours travellers are not only guests but also friends too.
Fortune Tours never miss the chance to treat their friends in a charming atmosphere.
Today clientele of Fortune Tours includes the idyllic family tour, the energetic adventure tours, the serene
beach packages, the ayurvedic therapeutic holidays, the corporate outings and the honeymooners special
among others. Fortune Tours experience of the industry and knowledge of the terrain has helped us design
end to end itineries and packages that ensures that you do not miss out on anything that mother nature or
human hands has to offer. The scintillating natural splendor, culture, hospitality, deep routed traditions
and cuisines will leave an indelible impression on your mind and a lifetime of memories to linger on.
So join hands with Fortune Tours to explore Gods own country and savour its beautiful creations.
Experience the hospitality that Fortune Tours have to offer.

Best Destinations in Kerala
Aleppey the land snake boat and canals
Aleppey is known as the Venice of the East. It is inter connected with well designed canals. Aleppey is
rich in its back water also. House boat cruises through the beautiful rivers and canals of Aleppey are
amazing. Snake Boat races in Aleppey are famous to the entire world especially Nehru Tophy Boat Race
at PunnamadaKayal. Long walking beach is one of the major attractions of Aleppey. Kuttanad , the Rice
bowl of kerala is located in Aleppey. Interestingly this land is created under the water level.
The Grassy Munnar
Gods Own Countrys tourist capital is Munna. Munnar is with such a greenish beauty. Traveller will feel
the signature of God in each and every corner of Munnar. Munnar is rich in its vast array of flora and
fauna, the tea plantations and grassy meadows are a visual treat, Clouds are your close companions and
waterfalls will light up your mind with their melody. Munnar is gifted with moderately cool climate for
throughout the year.
Kochi the queen of Arabian Sea
The National Geographic Channel recommended Kochi as the 50 must see destinations in life time. It
reveals this queens potential in tourism. Vasco de Gama died and buried in the land of Fort Kochi. Later
his body was carried to his home land. The Jews, the Portuguese, the Dutches and so many otherss
cultures were flourished here in the land of Kochi. Kochi is the gate way to the back waters of Kerala.
The memorable Thekkady
Thekkady is the dream destination to every tourist who visits India. Indias most fabulous natural wildlife
sanctuary is located here. Wild animal can be seen very close through boating. Snctuary can be reached
through nature walk or through boating. The area of sanctuary is 77 Sq.Kms. Out of which 140
Sq.Kmsare totally thick and green forest. 120 year old Mullaperiyar Dam is here which is constructed by
using Surki.
The serene beach Kovalam
Kovalam is considered as the safest beach in the world. For a certain extent Kovalam is Keralas pride.
Every tourist can take bath here without fear. Endless sight of coconut trees is a memorable experience to
the guests. The coastline of Koavalam extended up 17 km. So many shops are here to offer the tourists all
the type of good and services. In 1930s itself the Europeans discovered the calibre of Kovalam as a beach
tourist destination in South India.


Kumarakom with Back water
Kumarakom is equal to back water. All the guests who wish experience back water cruise is must to see
Kumarakom. It is very near to Kottayam Town. So every body can here very easily. Famous bird
sanctuary is also situated here. Kayal (river) is very much blessed here with its wild beauty.
Lord Padmanabhans Trivandrum (thiruvananthapuram)
Once upon a time the legendary Mahatma Gandhi called this city as Ever Green city of India. The land of
Lord Padmanabhan keeps this appreciation till now. Still now it is considered as the one of the 10
greenest cities in India. The richest temple in the world, Sri padmanabhaSwamy Temple is in the hear of
this city.
The scenic Kanyakumary
The scenic Kanyakumary is located in the tip Indian peninsula. It is a pilgrimage centre also. The sunrise
and the sunset are can be seen at one place at Kanyakumary. The sunrise can be viewed throughout the
year, but the sunset is viewed only from October 15 to March 15. But from MuruganKundram can watch
the sunrise and sunset through out the year. The serene beach filled with multicoloured sand is very
charming.
Silent Valley National Park
The SilentValley National Park, with an area of 90 sq.kms, is situated in the north eastern corner of the
district.It rises abruptly to the Nilgiri Plateau in the north and overlooks the plains of Mannarkkad in the
south.The river Kundhi descends from the Nilgiri hills above, a altitude of 2000 meters traverses the
entire length of the valleys and rushes down to the plains through a deep gorge.RiverKunthi never turns
brown, it is crystal clear, perennial and wild.TheSilentValley National Park, is probably one of the most
magnificent gift of nature to mankind, a unique preserve of tropical rain forests in all its pristine glory
with an almost unbroken ecological history.Thanks largely to its difficult terrain and remoteness the
extent of degradation is minimum comparison with other sanctuaries. There is a huge wild tree of
Kattualyingvariety.It is hollow within and can hide at least 12 people in it.
Wayanad
Wayanad district stands on the southern tip of the Deccan plateau and its chief glory is the majestic
rugged terrain of the Western Ghats, with lofty ridges interspersed with dense forest, tangled jungles and
deep valleys. Quite a large area of the district is covered by forest but the continued and indiscriminate
exploitation of the natural resources point towards an imminent
Thenmala
Thenmala is a tourist place near Punalur town, Kollam district in Kerala. Thenmala is the first planned
eco-tourism destination in India. The Thenmala dam was built across Kallada River. Thenmala is famous
for being the shooting location in Malayalam and Tamil movies.
Thenmala attracts foreign and domestic tourists with a host of attractions. Boating on the lake, a rope
bridge, trekking, mountaineering, biking and a musical fountain.Thenmala is approachable both from
Trivandrum and Punalur by road. The waterfall called Palaruvi is a prime attraction nearby. Also nearby
is a deer rehabilitation center where visitors can see deer in a forest setting and have a peep into a
traditional tree house used by forest dwellers to escape harm from wild animals. Other places near
Thenmala are Kulathupuzha, Anchal, Punalur, Kamukumchery and Shenkottah in
Tirunelvelidistrict(Tamil Nadu). Themala is 72 km from Thiruvanathapuram and 16 km from Palaruvi
Falls.
Kozhikode
The city is surrounded by a lush green country side, rivers, scenic hills, beautiful beaches, historic sites
and wildlife sanctuaries.
Travellers like Marco Polo, the Italian Nicola de Conti, the Russian Afanas and the Arab IbnBatuta
mention Calicut in their travel writings. Kozhikode is the third most populous city of Kerala State. The
city was traditionally known as the city of spices for its trade in pepper, cardamom, cinnamon and
ginger. In fact the Portuguese sailor Vasco da Gama landed in 1498 at a beach near Calicut when he came
searching for the spices of India.
Kozhikode was traditionally ruled by the powerful Zamorins. Their descendants still live in the city
Athirapilly-Vazhachal
The scenic beauty of Athirapilly waterfalls presents a spectacular visual extravagance to visitors. A very
popular picnic spot, Athirapilly is located close to Chalakudy in Kerala. The falls are located amidst dense
forests and the entire region looks picture-perfect in every way. Athirapilly-Vazhachal waterfalls are
situated on the edge Sholayar forest ranges, just 5 kmsapart.This sparkling cascade of silvery water, falls
from a height of approximately 80 mts to join the Chalakudy river below.