Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Friday, November 16, 2012
Kerala trip
Wayanad
Wayanad
Wayanad - Explore the wilderness of the Western Ghats
Wayanad, fondly called the ‘green paradise’ is tucked away in the mountains of the Western Ghats. Only a short distance from some of the popular tourist destinations in South India like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg, Wayanad is an easily accessible and important tourist destination in Kerala. The name Wayanad literally translates into the land of forests and even today, it has large tracts of virgin forest lands, wild life and blissful nature trails that will awaken your senses.
Wayanad is a rich treasure trove of some of the relics of the New Stone Age civilizations in the forms of engravings and pictures in the caves of Edakkal and Ampukuthimala, which offer clues about the past civilizations.
Wayanad sight seeing includes various attractions like the Chembra Peak, Edakkal Cave, Kuruva Island and Lakkidi, which is the highest point in Wayanad. No trip to Wayanad can be complete without a trip to Muthanga wild life sanctuary and Pakshipatahalam, which represent the wilderness and the wild life of this part of Kerala at its best. In case you are looking for some adventure sporting activities, you can set out on jungle trails or trekking and hiking expeditions.
Check out the Wayanad packages for the best possible activities that suit your needs. A boating trip in the serene Pookot Lake and a stop over the picturesque Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls will top off the Wayanad holidays in style. The Banasura Sagar dam is another attraction. Located at a distance of 15 Km from Wayanad, Banasura Dam is the largest earth Dam in India, which is flanked by verdant hills on all three sides. The spectacular views offer ample photo shoot opportunities; speed boating facilities are also available.
Wayanad tourism has a rich smattering of cultural and historical attractions too. There are many ancient religious places like Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple and Valliyoorkavu Temple. Wayanad has the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Sita and the twin sons of Lord Ram, Lava-Kusha.
Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all round the year; however the best time for sightseeing is between October and February. Wayanad is famous for its monsoon holidays as well that fall between July and September where you can enjoy the charm and fury of the tropical monsoon at its best. There are many shops that sell fresh spices, coffee beans and tea of different flavors. The ethnic crafts made of cane, wood and coconut shells can also be shopped locally. Tourists can hire cabs or auto rickshaws or jeep taxis to explore Wayanad. For short trips tourists can hire cycles too.
Wayanad tourism offers an eclectic experience for the tourists who reach here in quest of tranquility, adventure or fun. Spend a day in the lap of nature at Kuruva Island, a lovely island on the Kabini River, which is spread over 900 acres. Relatively unexplored, this island is a haven for many rare birds, animals and plant life. You can also see tribal people in small country boats, fishing in the island. So, in case you are looking for a pleasant holiday destination in the midst of nature, where you can be at your own pace, your search might lead you to Wayanad!
Wayanad
Wayanad - Explore the wilderness of the Western Ghats
Wayanad, fondly called the ‘green paradise’ is tucked away in the mountains of the Western Ghats. Only a short distance from some of the popular tourist destinations in South India like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg, Wayanad is an easily accessible and important tourist destination in Kerala. The name Wayanad literally translates into the land of forests and even today, it has large tracts of virgin forest lands, wild life and blissful nature trails that will awaken your senses.
Wayanad is a rich treasure trove of some of the relics of the New Stone Age civilizations in the forms of engravings and pictures in the caves of Edakkal and Ampukuthimala, which offer clues about the past civilizations.
Wayanad sight seeing includes various attractions like the Chembra Peak, Edakkal Cave, Kuruva Island and Lakkidi, which is the highest point in Wayanad. No trip to Wayanad can be complete without a trip to Muthanga wild life sanctuary and Pakshipatahalam, which represent the wilderness and the wild life of this part of Kerala at its best. In case you are looking for some adventure sporting activities, you can set out on jungle trails or trekking and hiking expeditions.
Check out the Wayanad packages for the best possible activities that suit your needs. A boating trip in the serene Pookot Lake and a stop over the picturesque Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls will top off the Wayanad holidays in style. The Banasura Sagar dam is another attraction. Located at a distance of 15 Km from Wayanad, Banasura Dam is the largest earth Dam in India, which is flanked by verdant hills on all three sides. The spectacular views offer ample photo shoot opportunities; speed boating facilities are also available.
Wayanad tourism has a rich smattering of cultural and historical attractions too. There are many ancient religious places like Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple and Valliyoorkavu Temple. Wayanad has the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Sita and the twin sons of Lord Ram, Lava-Kusha.
Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all round the year; however the best time for sightseeing is between October and February. Wayanad is famous for its monsoon holidays as well that fall between July and September where you can enjoy the charm and fury of the tropical monsoon at its best. There are many shops that sell fresh spices, coffee beans and tea of different flavors. The ethnic crafts made of cane, wood and coconut shells can also be shopped locally. Tourists can hire cabs or auto rickshaws or jeep taxis to explore Wayanad. For short trips tourists can hire cycles too.
Wayanad tourism offers an eclectic experience for the tourists who reach here in quest of tranquility, adventure or fun. Spend a day in the lap of nature at Kuruva Island, a lovely island on the Kabini River, which is spread over 900 acres. Relatively unexplored, this island is a haven for many rare birds, animals and plant life. You can also see tribal people in small country boats, fishing in the island. So, in case you are looking for a pleasant holiday destination in the midst of nature, where you can be at your own pace, your search might lead you to Wayanad!
Monday, October 29, 2012
WAYANAD-KERALATRIP
Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Wayanad
Estabilito nel 1973, il Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Wayanad, è contigua alla rete delle aree di Nagarhole e Bandipur di Karnataka nel nord-est e Mudumalai di Tamil Nadu nel sud-est. Ricco di biodiversità, il santuario è parte integrante della Riserva Biosfera di Nalgiri, che è stata fondata con l’obiettivo specifico di conservare il patrimonio biologico della regione. Il santuario è molto ricco di flora e fauna. L’amministrazione pone l’enfasi sulla conservazione scientifica con la dovuta considerazione degli stili di vita generali delle tribù e di altri che vivono nella regione della foresta e dintorni.
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Estabilito nel 1973, il Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Wayanad, è contigua alla rete delle aree di Nagarhole e Bandipur di Karnataka nel nord-est e Mudumalai di Tamil Nadu nel sud-est. Ricco di biodiversità, il santuario è parte integrante della Riserva Biosfera di Nalgiri, che è stata fondata con l’obiettivo specifico di conservare il patrimonio biologico della regione. Il santuario è molto ricco di flora e fauna. L’amministrazione pone l’enfasi sulla conservazione scientifica con la dovuta considerazione degli stili di vita generali delle tribù e di altri che vivono nella regione della foresta e dintorni.
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CHINNAR-KERALA TRIP
Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Chinnar
Ubicazione: Circa 60 km da Munnar, distretto di Idukki.
Una singolare foresta di sterpaglia spinosa di specie di piante xerofile, Chinnar è l’ambiente del Ratufa Macroura, scoiattolo a rischio di estinzione in India. Il numero totale è stimato a meno di 200. Situato nella zona poco piovosa dei Ghat Occidentali, a differenza degli altri santuari di Kerala, Chinnar riceve meno di due mesi di pioggia all’anno. Ricco di natura, le foreste decidue miste sono un luogo ideale per fare il trekking.
Un’estensiva foresta di legno di sandalo è un’ulteriore attrazione di Chinnar. Questo è anche un luogo ideale per osservare branchi di gaur e di elefanti mentre passeggiano. Foreste decidue secche, alte foreste shola ed alcune distese erbose si aggiungono alla diversità del santuario. Mentre si viaggia da Karimuthi a Chinnar, gli elefanti, i cervi pomellati, i sambar, i semnopithecus e persino i pavoni possono essere visti qui da entrambi i lati della strada. www.keralatrip.in
Ubicazione: Circa 60 km da Munnar, distretto di Idukki.
Una singolare foresta di sterpaglia spinosa di specie di piante xerofile, Chinnar è l’ambiente del Ratufa Macroura, scoiattolo a rischio di estinzione in India. Il numero totale è stimato a meno di 200. Situato nella zona poco piovosa dei Ghat Occidentali, a differenza degli altri santuari di Kerala, Chinnar riceve meno di due mesi di pioggia all’anno. Ricco di natura, le foreste decidue miste sono un luogo ideale per fare il trekking.
Un’estensiva foresta di legno di sandalo è un’ulteriore attrazione di Chinnar. Questo è anche un luogo ideale per osservare branchi di gaur e di elefanti mentre passeggiano. Foreste decidue secche, alte foreste shola ed alcune distese erbose si aggiungono alla diversità del santuario. Mentre si viaggia da Karimuthi a Chinnar, gli elefanti, i cervi pomellati, i sambar, i semnopithecus e persino i pavoni possono essere visti qui da entrambi i lati della strada. www.keralatrip.in
KERALA TRIP
Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Idukki
Ubicazione: Circa 40 km da Thodupuzha, distretto di Idukki, Kerala Centrale.
Il distretto senza sbocco Idukki, è una delle aree di Kerala più ricche di natura. Il Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Idukki si estende qui su un’area di 77 km2 nei taluk Thodupuzha e Udumpanchola del distretto. Situato ad un’altezza di 450 – 748 m s.l.m., questo santuario occupa il tratto di foresta tra i fiumi Cheruthoni e Periyar. C’è un lago pittoresco attorno al santuario, coperto da un’incantevole volta di alberi tropicali sempreverdi e decidui, e offre escursioni in barca.
Elefanti, bisonti, cervi sambar, cani selvatici, gatti della foresta, tigri, cinghiali ecc. possono essere osservati qui, oltre a varie specie di serpenti inclusi il cobra, la vipera, i krait e numerosi serpenti innocui. Gli uccelli includono il gallo grigio della foresta, il bucero grigio del Malabari, alcune specie di picchio, i pycnonotidae, i turdoides subrufa ecc. La flora e fauna selvatica locale è simile a quella di Thekkady. Questo santuario si trova adiacente alla Diga ad Arco di Idukki, famosa nel mondo.www.keralatrip.in
Ubicazione: Circa 40 km da Thodupuzha, distretto di Idukki, Kerala Centrale.
Il distretto senza sbocco Idukki, è una delle aree di Kerala più ricche di natura. Il Santuario di Flora e Fauna Selvatica di Idukki si estende qui su un’area di 77 km2 nei taluk Thodupuzha e Udumpanchola del distretto. Situato ad un’altezza di 450 – 748 m s.l.m., questo santuario occupa il tratto di foresta tra i fiumi Cheruthoni e Periyar. C’è un lago pittoresco attorno al santuario, coperto da un’incantevole volta di alberi tropicali sempreverdi e decidui, e offre escursioni in barca.
Elefanti, bisonti, cervi sambar, cani selvatici, gatti della foresta, tigri, cinghiali ecc. possono essere osservati qui, oltre a varie specie di serpenti inclusi il cobra, la vipera, i krait e numerosi serpenti innocui. Gli uccelli includono il gallo grigio della foresta, il bucero grigio del Malabari, alcune specie di picchio, i pycnonotidae, i turdoides subrufa ecc. La flora e fauna selvatica locale è simile a quella di Thekkady. Questo santuario si trova adiacente alla Diga ad Arco di Idukki, famosa nel mondo.www.keralatrip.in
Waterfalls-Kerala Trip
Athirappalli e Vazhachal
Ubicazione: Athirappalli, 63 km da Thrissur, e Vazhachal, 68 km da Thrissur.
Athirappalli e Vazhachal, due pittoresche e note cascate nel margine della catene di foreste Sholayar, distano soltanto 5 km una dall’altra. La precipitazione di Athirappalli congiunge con il fiume Chalakkudy, dopo una caduta ripida di 80 piedi. Vazhachal è parte del fiume di Chalakkady. Entrambe le cascate con le loro acque fresche e nebbiose che precipitano giù nello sfondo della fitta foresta verde e del terreno roccioso, si rivelano un’esperienza scintillante per i visitatori.
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Ubicazione: Athirappalli, 63 km da Thrissur, e Vazhachal, 68 km da Thrissur.
Athirappalli e Vazhachal, due pittoresche e note cascate nel margine della catene di foreste Sholayar, distano soltanto 5 km una dall’altra. La precipitazione di Athirappalli congiunge con il fiume Chalakkudy, dopo una caduta ripida di 80 piedi. Vazhachal è parte del fiume di Chalakkady. Entrambe le cascate con le loro acque fresche e nebbiose che precipitano giù nello sfondo della fitta foresta verde e del terreno roccioso, si rivelano un’esperienza scintillante per i visitatori.
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BACKWATER - KERALA
Kuttanad
È la risaia maggiore di Kerala, dove vaste estensioni di verdeggiante risaie si intrecciano con le incantevole backwater, creando alcuni paesaggi indimenticabili.
Kuttunad, la ciotola di riso di Kerala, è una comunità agricola che trova armonia con lo scenario ambientale. Famosa per la coltivazione sotto il livello del mare (circa 4 a 10 piedi), la terra di Kuttanad possiede un tessuto socio-culturale tutto suo. Quattro dei fiumi maggiori di Kerala sfociano in questa regione, e sono il Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil e Manimala.
Kuttanad è accessibile da luoghi sull’Highway National – 47, da Harippad alla città di Alappuzha nel distretto di Alappuzha, e da posti come Thiruvalla e Changanasserry sulla Main Central (MC) Road, attraversando il Distretto di Kottayam.
Il percorso più usato per avvicinarsi ed esplorare Kuttanad è la strada Alappuzha-Changanasserry. Questa strada attraversa il cuore di Kuttanad e da i visitatori molte opportunità di vedere la vita quotidiana di Kuttanad. La strada migliore per il visitatore a Kuttanad è quella, si possono percorrere altre deviazioni da entrambi i lati della strada Alappuzha-Chanaganasserry per raggiungere i villaggi, dove si trovano principalmente gli agricoltori. Durante la stagione del raccolto nelle vaste distese di risaie, con delle isolette di alberi di noce di cocco in alcune zone, sono animati da agricoltori indaffarati, intenti a compiere diverse attività; fatto nella maniera tradizionale. Di buon ora di mattina, è possibile vedere le donne recarsi verso le risaie portando un portapranzo e il falcetto, e dell’altra parte vedere gli uomini già nei campi lavorando la terra, seminando i semi, tirando erbacce, deviando canali di acqua ecc.
L’area di Kuttanad è anche ricca in popolazione aviaria, ed è facile trovare stormi di pappagalli che sorvolano le risaie, specialmente in quei campi dove le piante di riso sono in fiore. Si potrebbe anche vedere un manto nero attraversare il cielo, che, se guardato con attenzione, si rivelerà essere un altro stormo di uccelli. Stavolta sono gli uccelli anhinga, che frequentano le backwater attorno a Kuttanad e il Lago Vembanad adiacente.
Mentre voi esplorate i villaggi, non bisogna dimenticare di fare una passeggiata lungo i numerosi canali che si interseccano a Kuttanand, costeggiati dagli alberi di noce di cocco che ondeggiano nella brezza. Per la maggior parte della giornata, questi lunghi canali sono animati da diverse attività. Ci sono i venditori sulle barche che vendono verdure, generi alimentari e pesce alle famiglie che vivono sulle rive dei canali.
Si possono incontrare anche barche grandi da campagna chiamate Kettu Vallams, sulle quali prodotti come l’involucro di noce di cocco, chicchi di riso ecc vengono trasportati in grande quantità ai mercati vicini. Tra tutte le cose da vedere sulle backwater a Kuttanad, la più affascinante sono ovviamente le anatre, che schiamazzano insieme in decibel alti, spostandosi attraverso le backwater in gruppi numerosi; condotti da uomini in piccole barche. E’ anche possibile trovare uomini che lavorano sulle backwater; alcuni che si tufano per raccogliere le conchiglie dalle profondità ed altri che pescano con reti e il tradizionale cesto di canna chiamato Ottal.
Per loro che vorrebbero provare alcuni piatti locali, si possono fare visitando le piccole strutture di ristorazione, costruite in maniera tradizionale, che si trovano al bordi dei backwaters, famose per le specialità di pesce dalle backwater e di tapioca. Una bevanda popolare di estratti naturali è la toddy, che è abbondante e apprezzato da molti per il suo gusto speciale.
E’ possibile trovare Kuttanad ancora più entusiasmante se si noleggia una barca. Si possono noleggiare barche a motore, case gallegianti ecc. dal molo delle barche gestito dal governo oltre che dai gruppi privati, vicino alla Stazione Bus KSRTC a Alappuzha, oppure si possono ottenere da posti come Kindangara, che si trova sulla strada Alappuzha-Changanasserry. Alcuni dei posti che meritano di essere visitati nella zona di Kuttanand sono Nedumudy, Kaavalam, Champakkulam ecc.
È la risaia maggiore di Kerala, dove vaste estensioni di verdeggiante risaie si intrecciano con le incantevole backwater, creando alcuni paesaggi indimenticabili.
Kuttunad, la ciotola di riso di Kerala, è una comunità agricola che trova armonia con lo scenario ambientale. Famosa per la coltivazione sotto il livello del mare (circa 4 a 10 piedi), la terra di Kuttanad possiede un tessuto socio-culturale tutto suo. Quattro dei fiumi maggiori di Kerala sfociano in questa regione, e sono il Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil e Manimala.
Kuttanad è accessibile da luoghi sull’Highway National – 47, da Harippad alla città di Alappuzha nel distretto di Alappuzha, e da posti come Thiruvalla e Changanasserry sulla Main Central (MC) Road, attraversando il Distretto di Kottayam.
Il percorso più usato per avvicinarsi ed esplorare Kuttanad è la strada Alappuzha-Changanasserry. Questa strada attraversa il cuore di Kuttanad e da i visitatori molte opportunità di vedere la vita quotidiana di Kuttanad. La strada migliore per il visitatore a Kuttanad è quella, si possono percorrere altre deviazioni da entrambi i lati della strada Alappuzha-Chanaganasserry per raggiungere i villaggi, dove si trovano principalmente gli agricoltori. Durante la stagione del raccolto nelle vaste distese di risaie, con delle isolette di alberi di noce di cocco in alcune zone, sono animati da agricoltori indaffarati, intenti a compiere diverse attività; fatto nella maniera tradizionale. Di buon ora di mattina, è possibile vedere le donne recarsi verso le risaie portando un portapranzo e il falcetto, e dell’altra parte vedere gli uomini già nei campi lavorando la terra, seminando i semi, tirando erbacce, deviando canali di acqua ecc.
L’area di Kuttanad è anche ricca in popolazione aviaria, ed è facile trovare stormi di pappagalli che sorvolano le risaie, specialmente in quei campi dove le piante di riso sono in fiore. Si potrebbe anche vedere un manto nero attraversare il cielo, che, se guardato con attenzione, si rivelerà essere un altro stormo di uccelli. Stavolta sono gli uccelli anhinga, che frequentano le backwater attorno a Kuttanad e il Lago Vembanad adiacente.
Mentre voi esplorate i villaggi, non bisogna dimenticare di fare una passeggiata lungo i numerosi canali che si interseccano a Kuttanand, costeggiati dagli alberi di noce di cocco che ondeggiano nella brezza. Per la maggior parte della giornata, questi lunghi canali sono animati da diverse attività. Ci sono i venditori sulle barche che vendono verdure, generi alimentari e pesce alle famiglie che vivono sulle rive dei canali.
Si possono incontrare anche barche grandi da campagna chiamate Kettu Vallams, sulle quali prodotti come l’involucro di noce di cocco, chicchi di riso ecc vengono trasportati in grande quantità ai mercati vicini. Tra tutte le cose da vedere sulle backwater a Kuttanad, la più affascinante sono ovviamente le anatre, che schiamazzano insieme in decibel alti, spostandosi attraverso le backwater in gruppi numerosi; condotti da uomini in piccole barche. E’ anche possibile trovare uomini che lavorano sulle backwater; alcuni che si tufano per raccogliere le conchiglie dalle profondità ed altri che pescano con reti e il tradizionale cesto di canna chiamato Ottal.
Per loro che vorrebbero provare alcuni piatti locali, si possono fare visitando le piccole strutture di ristorazione, costruite in maniera tradizionale, che si trovano al bordi dei backwaters, famose per le specialità di pesce dalle backwater e di tapioca. Una bevanda popolare di estratti naturali è la toddy, che è abbondante e apprezzato da molti per il suo gusto speciale.
E’ possibile trovare Kuttanad ancora più entusiasmante se si noleggia una barca. Si possono noleggiare barche a motore, case gallegianti ecc. dal molo delle barche gestito dal governo oltre che dai gruppi privati, vicino alla Stazione Bus KSRTC a Alappuzha, oppure si possono ottenere da posti come Kindangara, che si trova sulla strada Alappuzha-Changanasserry. Alcuni dei posti che meritano di essere visitati nella zona di Kuttanand sono Nedumudy, Kaavalam, Champakkulam ecc.
KERALA TRIP
Le Festa
Le feste sono veri e propri cerimonie nel Paese di Dio; sono occasioni durante il quale la grandezza prevale sulla caratteristica semplicità dello stile di vita a Kerala. Sia per la festa dello stato di Onam che per quella celebrata nel più vicino luogo di culto, nuovo abbigliamento e banchetti sontuosi sono indispensabili per le festività.
Oltre ad essere occasioni per fare baldoria, le feste di Kerala tradizionalmente salvaguardano l’arte e la cultura di questa terra. Che sia religiosa o sociale, tradizionale o moderna, una festa qui non è mai completa senza un evento artistico, che vanno dai Kutiyattam, di 2,000 anni di età, agli spettacoli contemporanei di palcoscenico.
Sfogliare il Calendario delle Feste per conoscere di più sulle festività, le loro specialità e le date. Si potrebbe anche visitare Festivalwiki, un sito web della comunità, sulle feste di Kerala. www.keralatrip.in
Le feste sono veri e propri cerimonie nel Paese di Dio; sono occasioni durante il quale la grandezza prevale sulla caratteristica semplicità dello stile di vita a Kerala. Sia per la festa dello stato di Onam che per quella celebrata nel più vicino luogo di culto, nuovo abbigliamento e banchetti sontuosi sono indispensabili per le festività.
Oltre ad essere occasioni per fare baldoria, le feste di Kerala tradizionalmente salvaguardano l’arte e la cultura di questa terra. Che sia religiosa o sociale, tradizionale o moderna, una festa qui non è mai completa senza un evento artistico, che vanno dai Kutiyattam, di 2,000 anni di età, agli spettacoli contemporanei di palcoscenico.
Sfogliare il Calendario delle Feste per conoscere di più sulle festività, le loro specialità e le date. Si potrebbe anche visitare Festivalwiki, un sito web della comunità, sulle feste di Kerala. www.keralatrip.in
AYURVEDA-KERALATRIP
Ayurveda
Ayurveda - armonia del corpo, della mente e dell’anima
L’Ayurveda si sviluppò in India circa 600 a.C. Questo nuovo metodo di medicina si concentra sulla prevenzione di disturbi del corpo, oltre a curarli. Seguito dai Dravidiani e anche dagli Ariani, l’Ayurveda è stata praticata da allora. Oggi, è un singolare, indispensabile ramo della medicina – un sistema completamente naturalistico che dipende dall’analisi delle forze vitali del corpo – vata, pitta e kapha – per raggiungere il giusto equilibrio.
L’Ayurveda crede nel trattamento dell’intera persona, non soltanto della parte affetta. Ciò lo rende un modo naturale di ristorare il corpo, eliminare tutti i squilibri tossici dal corpo, recuperando resistenza e buona salute.
Kerala, la Terra dell’Ayurveda
Il clima sereno di Kerala, l’abbondanza naturale di foreste (con un gran numero di piante medicinali), e la stagione fresca dei monsoni (da giugno a luglio, e da ottobre a novembre) sono particolarmente adatte ai pacchetti curativi e ristorativi Ayurveda.
Effettivamente, oggi Kerala è l’unico Stato dell’India che pratica questo metodo curativo con dedicazione assoluta.
I Monsoni, il periodo perfetto di ringiovanimento
Testi tradizionali rivelano che il periodo dei monsoni è la stagione migliore per programmi di ringiovanimento. L’atmosfera rimane libera dalle polveri e fresca, aprendo i pori del corpo al massimo, rendendolo più ricettivo agli oli erbali e alle terapie. www.keralatrip.in
Ayurveda - armonia del corpo, della mente e dell’anima
L’Ayurveda si sviluppò in India circa 600 a.C. Questo nuovo metodo di medicina si concentra sulla prevenzione di disturbi del corpo, oltre a curarli. Seguito dai Dravidiani e anche dagli Ariani, l’Ayurveda è stata praticata da allora. Oggi, è un singolare, indispensabile ramo della medicina – un sistema completamente naturalistico che dipende dall’analisi delle forze vitali del corpo – vata, pitta e kapha – per raggiungere il giusto equilibrio.
L’Ayurveda crede nel trattamento dell’intera persona, non soltanto della parte affetta. Ciò lo rende un modo naturale di ristorare il corpo, eliminare tutti i squilibri tossici dal corpo, recuperando resistenza e buona salute.
Kerala, la Terra dell’Ayurveda
Il clima sereno di Kerala, l’abbondanza naturale di foreste (con un gran numero di piante medicinali), e la stagione fresca dei monsoni (da giugno a luglio, e da ottobre a novembre) sono particolarmente adatte ai pacchetti curativi e ristorativi Ayurveda.
Effettivamente, oggi Kerala è l’unico Stato dell’India che pratica questo metodo curativo con dedicazione assoluta.
I Monsoni, il periodo perfetto di ringiovanimento
Testi tradizionali rivelano che il periodo dei monsoni è la stagione migliore per programmi di ringiovanimento. L’atmosfera rimane libera dalle polveri e fresca, aprendo i pori del corpo al massimo, rendendolo più ricettivo agli oli erbali e alle terapie. www.keralatrip.in
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Turismo Responsabile
Come mezzo migliore per incrementare al massimo gli impatti positivi del turismo, minimizzando quelli negativi, oggi Turismo Responsabile (RT) sta guadagnando larghi consensi in tutto il mondo. I pionieri dell’iniziativa del RT in India, è Kerala. Kumarakom, nello Stato di Kerala, ha l’onore di essere il primo luogo del paese ad aver implementato RT con successo. Questa forma olistica di turismo aiuta i viaggiatori, la popolazione che ospita e il settore, per trarre i maggiori benefici possibili dal turismo, evitando la creazione di danni ambientali o sociali. La cosa più incredibile è il fatto che RT fornisce condizioni di vita migliori per la comunità locale. A seguito del successo di Kumarakom, oggi RT viene attuato in altre località turistiche in tutto lo Stato.
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Come mezzo migliore per incrementare al massimo gli impatti positivi del turismo, minimizzando quelli negativi, oggi Turismo Responsabile (RT) sta guadagnando larghi consensi in tutto il mondo. I pionieri dell’iniziativa del RT in India, è Kerala. Kumarakom, nello Stato di Kerala, ha l’onore di essere il primo luogo del paese ad aver implementato RT con successo. Questa forma olistica di turismo aiuta i viaggiatori, la popolazione che ospita e il settore, per trarre i maggiori benefici possibili dal turismo, evitando la creazione di danni ambientali o sociali. La cosa più incredibile è il fatto che RT fornisce condizioni di vita migliori per la comunità locale. A seguito del successo di Kumarakom, oggi RT viene attuato in altre località turistiche in tutto lo Stato.
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Wayanad- coorg
Day 01
Arrival at Calicut Airport and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon proceed for local sightseeing in and around Calicut.
The sightseeing attractions include Calicut Beach,
Thali Temple, Kappad Beach, Pazhassiraja Museum and Beypore Beach.
Overnight stay in Calicut.
Day 02
After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to to Wayanad,
check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Wayanad.
Day 03
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Wayanad. Set at an altitude of 700 - 2100 m above sea level, Wayanad is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. The fast-flowing rivers - Panamaram, Mananthavady and Kabini add to the beauty of this region. Sightseeing attractions in Wayanad include Pookoda Lake, Lakkadi, Kuruva Island and Edakkal Cave. Overnight stay is arranged in Wayanad.
Day 04
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Coorg, on arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Coorg.
Day 05
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing in and around Coorg. Overnight stay in Coorg.
Day 06
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Mysore, on arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 07
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing in and around Mysore - the city is situated at a distance of 139 km to the south–west of Bangalore. Mysore is one of the most beautiful, calm and quiet city offering many attractions. Places of Interest : Chamarajendra Art Gallery, Mysore Zoo Gardens, St. Philomena’s Church, Maharaja’s Palace, Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens, Bylakuppa. Overnight stay is arranged in Mysore.
Day 08
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore Airport for onward journey
Arrival at Calicut Airport and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon proceed for local sightseeing in and around Calicut.
The sightseeing attractions include Calicut Beach,
Thali Temple, Kappad Beach, Pazhassiraja Museum and Beypore Beach.
Overnight stay in Calicut.
Day 02
After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to to Wayanad,
check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Wayanad.
Day 03
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Wayanad. Set at an altitude of 700 - 2100 m above sea level, Wayanad is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. The fast-flowing rivers - Panamaram, Mananthavady and Kabini add to the beauty of this region. Sightseeing attractions in Wayanad include Pookoda Lake, Lakkadi, Kuruva Island and Edakkal Cave. Overnight stay is arranged in Wayanad.
Day 04
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Coorg, on arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Coorg.
Day 05
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing in and around Coorg. Overnight stay in Coorg.
Day 06
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Mysore, on arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 07
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing in and around Mysore - the city is situated at a distance of 139 km to the south–west of Bangalore. Mysore is one of the most beautiful, calm and quiet city offering many attractions. Places of Interest : Chamarajendra Art Gallery, Mysore Zoo Gardens, St. Philomena’s Church, Maharaja’s Palace, Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens, Bylakuppa. Overnight stay is arranged in Mysore.
Day 08
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore Airport for onward journey
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Kerala Trip: Kodagu - Coorg
Kerala Trip: Kodagu - Coorg: Kodagu - Coorg The Picture Perfect Kodagu A tiny district perched at a height of 4000 ft, Kodagu stood isolated from the rest of the la...
Kodagu - Coorg
Kodagu - Coorg
The Picture Perfect Kodagu
A tiny district perched at a height of 4000 ft, Kodagu stood isolated from the rest of the land till recently when its immense tourist potential was discovered. With its dense green rainforests, pepper, cardamom, and coffee estates sprawled over misty mountains and valleys, the place is definitely the dream of any nature lover or honeymooning couple. The rivers Kaveri, Bara Pole and Payaswani and their tributaries crisscross the landscape and the virgin forests here are home to animals of all kinds, including wild elephants.
The climate of Kodagu is pleasantly cold throughout the year, which makes it one of the most visited tourist destinations of Karnataka. Drenched in the heavy monsoons, the place gives an altogether different feel, although the tourists might find traveling difficult. Kodagu is also one of the major producers of orange, timber, arecanut, pineapple, papaya etc as well. A drive through one of the plantations is bound to be an enchanting experience.
The native inhabitants of Kodagu are called Kodavas, who have a unique religion and culture of their own. Initially, Kodagu was under the kingdom of Ganges. Later, it saw invasions by the Cholas and the Changalvas, followed by the Hoysalas. Kodagu was officially part of the kingdom of the Hoysalas and Vijayanagar from the 14th to the 16th centuries. The Nayaks followed and established their supremacy till the arrival of Hyder and Tippu Sultan. Legend goes that Chandravarma, the son of Siddhartha, once visited the area while on a pilgrimage and was inspired to settle down there with his eleven sons. As Goddess Kaveri blessed the eldest son of the King, her sari knot turned, resulting in a twist in the course of the river.
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The Picture Perfect Kodagu
A tiny district perched at a height of 4000 ft, Kodagu stood isolated from the rest of the land till recently when its immense tourist potential was discovered. With its dense green rainforests, pepper, cardamom, and coffee estates sprawled over misty mountains and valleys, the place is definitely the dream of any nature lover or honeymooning couple. The rivers Kaveri, Bara Pole and Payaswani and their tributaries crisscross the landscape and the virgin forests here are home to animals of all kinds, including wild elephants.
The climate of Kodagu is pleasantly cold throughout the year, which makes it one of the most visited tourist destinations of Karnataka. Drenched in the heavy monsoons, the place gives an altogether different feel, although the tourists might find traveling difficult. Kodagu is also one of the major producers of orange, timber, arecanut, pineapple, papaya etc as well. A drive through one of the plantations is bound to be an enchanting experience.
The native inhabitants of Kodagu are called Kodavas, who have a unique religion and culture of their own. Initially, Kodagu was under the kingdom of Ganges. Later, it saw invasions by the Cholas and the Changalvas, followed by the Hoysalas. Kodagu was officially part of the kingdom of the Hoysalas and Vijayanagar from the 14th to the 16th centuries. The Nayaks followed and established their supremacy till the arrival of Hyder and Tippu Sultan. Legend goes that Chandravarma, the son of Siddhartha, once visited the area while on a pilgrimage and was inspired to settle down there with his eleven sons. As Goddess Kaveri blessed the eldest son of the King, her sari knot turned, resulting in a twist in the course of the river.
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Wayanad
Wayanad
Wayanad - Explore the wilderness of the Western Ghats
Wayanad, fondly called the ‘green paradise’ is tucked away in the mountains of the Western Ghats. Only a short distance from some of the popular tourist destinations in South India like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg, Wayanad is an easily accessible and important tourist destination in Kerala. The name Wayanad literally translates into the land of forests and even today, it has large tracts of virgin forest lands, wild life and blissful nature trails that will awaken your senses.
Wayanad is a rich treasure trove of some of the relics of the New Stone Age civilizations in the forms of engravings and pictures in the caves of Edakkal and Ampukuthimala, which offer clues about the past civilizations.
Wayanad sight seeing includes various attractions like the Chembra Peak, Edakkal Cave, Kuruva Island and Lakkidi, which is the highest point in Wayanad. No trip to Wayanad can be complete without a trip to Muthanga wild life sanctuary and Pakshipatahalam, which represent the wilderness and the wild life of this part of Kerala at its best. In case you are looking for some adventure sporting activities, you can set out on jungle trails or trekking and hiking expeditions.
Check out the Wayanad packages for the best possible activities that suit your needs. A boating trip in the serene Pookot Lake and a stop over the picturesque Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls will top off the Wayanad holidays in style. The Banasura Sagar dam is another attraction. Located at a distance of 15 Km from Wayanad, Banasura Dam is the largest earth Dam in India, which is flanked by verdant hills on all three sides. The spectacular views offer ample photo shoot opportunities; speed boating facilities are also available.
Wayanad tourism has a rich smattering of cultural and historical attractions too. There are many ancient religious places like Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple and Valliyoorkavu Temple. Wayanad has the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Sita and the twin sons of Lord Ram, Lava-Kusha.
Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all round the year; however the best time for sightseeing is between October and February. Wayanad is famous for its monsoon holidays as well that fall between July and September where you can enjoy the charm and fury of the tropical monsoon at its best. There are many shops that sell fresh spices, coffee beans and tea of different flavors. The ethnic crafts made of cane, wood and coconut shells can also be shopped locally. Tourists can hire cabs or auto rickshaws or jeep taxis to explore Wayanad. For short trips tourists can hire cycles too.
Wayanad tourism offers an eclectic experience for the tourists who reach here in quest of tranquility, adventure or fun. Spend a day in the lap of nature at Kuruva Island, a lovely island on the Kabini River, which is spread over 900 acres. Relatively unexplored, this island is a haven for many rare birds, animals and plant life. You can also see tribal people in small country boats, fishing in the island. So, in case you are looking for a pleasant holiday destination in the midst of nature, where you can be at your own pace, your search might lead you to Wayanad!
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Wayanad - Explore the wilderness of the Western Ghats
Wayanad, fondly called the ‘green paradise’ is tucked away in the mountains of the Western Ghats. Only a short distance from some of the popular tourist destinations in South India like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg, Wayanad is an easily accessible and important tourist destination in Kerala. The name Wayanad literally translates into the land of forests and even today, it has large tracts of virgin forest lands, wild life and blissful nature trails that will awaken your senses.
Wayanad is a rich treasure trove of some of the relics of the New Stone Age civilizations in the forms of engravings and pictures in the caves of Edakkal and Ampukuthimala, which offer clues about the past civilizations.
Wayanad sight seeing includes various attractions like the Chembra Peak, Edakkal Cave, Kuruva Island and Lakkidi, which is the highest point in Wayanad. No trip to Wayanad can be complete without a trip to Muthanga wild life sanctuary and Pakshipatahalam, which represent the wilderness and the wild life of this part of Kerala at its best. In case you are looking for some adventure sporting activities, you can set out on jungle trails or trekking and hiking expeditions.
Check out the Wayanad packages for the best possible activities that suit your needs. A boating trip in the serene Pookot Lake and a stop over the picturesque Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls will top off the Wayanad holidays in style. The Banasura Sagar dam is another attraction. Located at a distance of 15 Km from Wayanad, Banasura Dam is the largest earth Dam in India, which is flanked by verdant hills on all three sides. The spectacular views offer ample photo shoot opportunities; speed boating facilities are also available.
Wayanad tourism has a rich smattering of cultural and historical attractions too. There are many ancient religious places like Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple and Valliyoorkavu Temple. Wayanad has the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Sita and the twin sons of Lord Ram, Lava-Kusha.
Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all round the year; however the best time for sightseeing is between October and February. Wayanad is famous for its monsoon holidays as well that fall between July and September where you can enjoy the charm and fury of the tropical monsoon at its best. There are many shops that sell fresh spices, coffee beans and tea of different flavors. The ethnic crafts made of cane, wood and coconut shells can also be shopped locally. Tourists can hire cabs or auto rickshaws or jeep taxis to explore Wayanad. For short trips tourists can hire cycles too.
Wayanad tourism offers an eclectic experience for the tourists who reach here in quest of tranquility, adventure or fun. Spend a day in the lap of nature at Kuruva Island, a lovely island on the Kabini River, which is spread over 900 acres. Relatively unexplored, this island is a haven for many rare birds, animals and plant life. You can also see tribal people in small country boats, fishing in the island. So, in case you are looking for a pleasant holiday destination in the midst of nature, where you can be at your own pace, your search might lead you to Wayanad!
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Vythiri - Wayanad
Vythiri
Vythiri Tours- Discover the unseen beauty of the high ranges
Vythiri is a resort town located deep within the pristine forests of Wayanad. Vythiri tours will be an overwhelming experience for your senses. Ideal for a business holiday, family day out or honeymoon, Vythiri has everything to hold your attention and to keep you well engaged. A mosaic of the classic and the contemporary, vythiri welcomes tourists all round the year.
In case you are a budget or hard pressed for time, Vythiri tour packages will be the best choice to ensure a wonderful holiday experience. A great holiday spot for a relaxing holiday and to chuck out the hustle and bustle of urban living, Vythiri has a range of accommodation options for every budget as well. There are many tourist attractions nearby including Pookote Lake, which is only half a mile away. A trip to Chempara peak and Soojipara Falls, could easily be included in a day trip. Vythiri sight seeing also includes many other tourist
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Vythiri Tours- Discover the unseen beauty of the high ranges
Vythiri is a resort town located deep within the pristine forests of Wayanad. Vythiri tours will be an overwhelming experience for your senses. Ideal for a business holiday, family day out or honeymoon, Vythiri has everything to hold your attention and to keep you well engaged. A mosaic of the classic and the contemporary, vythiri welcomes tourists all round the year.
In case you are a budget or hard pressed for time, Vythiri tour packages will be the best choice to ensure a wonderful holiday experience. A great holiday spot for a relaxing holiday and to chuck out the hustle and bustle of urban living, Vythiri has a range of accommodation options for every budget as well. There are many tourist attractions nearby including Pookote Lake, which is only half a mile away. A trip to Chempara peak and Soojipara Falls, could easily be included in a day trip. Vythiri sight seeing also includes many other tourist
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Calicut – Wayanad – Coorg
Calicut – Wayanad – Coorg – Hassan – Belur - Halebid – Shravanabelagola – Bangalore
Day 01:
Upon arrival at the Calicut Airport our representative will cordially welcome you and transfer you by road to the hotel. Afternoon embark on an exciting sightseeing tour of Kozhikode. Formerly known as Calicut, the town was the erstwhile capital of Northern Kerala under the Zamorin rulers. The town, lying on the Malabar Coast of Kerala, was a leading hub for spice and ivory trade from the pre-medieval times. It was here the Portuguese navigator Vasco Da Gama landed in 1498 AD, leading to the discovery of a direct sea route to India. Visit the historic Kappad Beach, Pazhassiraja Museum, and the Beypore Beach. Return for an overnight at the hotel.
Day 02:
Following breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Wayanad; on arrival check-in into hotel. Rest of the day is at your disposal to enjoy at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03:
After a refreshing breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Wayanad. Wayanad, a highland region located at a 700-2100 m altitude above MSL, is the land of exotic spice plantations and pristine forests. The verdant landscape and salubrious climate makes Wayanad one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Kerala. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04:
Drive to Coorg after a filling breakfast at the hotel; on arrival check-in into hotel. Rest of the day is at your disposal to enjoy at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05:
Following breakfast proceed for an exciting sightseeing tour of Coorg. Kodagu or Coorg, known as the ‘Scotland of India’, is the most picturesque hill station of Karnataka. Located on the Western Ghats at an altitude of 4000 ft, Kodagu has dense forests, coffee and tea plantations, orange orchards and lush paddy fields dotting its terrain. The majority of the population here belongs to the Kodava community; an ancient martial race with distinct culture and traditions. The people of Kodagu are considered the most beautiful of the people in India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06:
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Hassan; on arrival check-in into hotel. Rest of the day is at your disposal to enjoy at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07:
Embark on a full day sightseeing tour of the historic attractions near Hassan. The town of Hassan lies at a distance of around 190 km from the capital city of Bangalore. It is ideally located close to places like Belur, Halebid and Shravanbelagola. Nothing much is known about the history of Hassan, except that it was under the rule of the great Hoysala Empire between 11th and the 14th century. Explore the many historic places located close to the town. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08:
After an early morning breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore; on arrival check-in into hotel. Afternoon, proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Bangalore City. Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is popularly known as the city of Gardens. The city is today the Silicon Valley of India apart from being the principal administrative, commercial and industrial hub of Karnataka State. It lies at an altitude of 920 m above MSL. The present day Bangalore City was founded by Kempe Gowda, a chieftain under the Vijayanagara Empire, in 1537 A.D. With the support from king Achutaraya, he built a mud fort here and established petite towns inside the fort. Places of tourist interest here include the Lalbagh Gardens, Vidhana Soudha, Cubban Park and Museum, The Govt. Museum, Cariappa Memorial Park, Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum, Tippu’s Palace, The Fort, Bull Temple, Venkatappa Art Gallery. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09:
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore Airport for your onward journey.
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Calicut - Wayanad - Coorg - Kabini
Enchanting Malabar Tours
Tour Duration : (08 Days / 07 Nights)
Destinations Covered : Calicut - Wayanad - Coorg - Kabini
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Day 01 : Arrive Calicut
Arrive in Calicut and check in to Kadavu, Calicut - North Kerala's Riverside Resort. Relax for the evening.
Day 02 : In Calicut
In the morning enjoy a Boat Cruise on the River Chaliyar. Late afternoon proceed for local sightseeing. Evening will be at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 : Calicut - Wayanad
Morning you proceed to Wayanad by surface. Afternoon you arrive in Wayanad & check-in to Vythiri Resort. Evening proceed for a visit to Tea garden & view the sunset. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 : Wayanad - Coorg
Morning you leave for Coorg by surface. On arrival check-in to Orange County Resort. Late afternoon you will visit the plantation. Relax for the evening. Enjoy common resort facilities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : In Coorg
After breakfast leave for Dubare Elephant camp. Afternoon you will take a tour of Nisargadhama Bylakuppe (Tibetan Settlement) Return in the evening at the resort. Overn ight at the hotel.
Day 06 : In Coorg
Morning you will take a Nature walk into Dubare reserve forest. Rest of the day at leisure to relax or enjoy common resort facilities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Coorg - Kabini
After breakfast leave for Kabini River Lodge. On arrival check in at Kabini River Lodge. Afternoon you will take a Jeep Safari into Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole. Return in the evening at the resort. Overn ight at the hotel.
Day 08 : Kabini - Bangalore
Early morning you will go on a Jeep safari into National Park, followed by boat cruise or elephant safari. Return to the resort for breakfast. After breakfast leave for Bangalore Railway 'station I Airport
Bangalore - Coorg - Mysore - Ooty.
South India Holidays Tours
Tour Duration : (09 Days / 08 Nights)
Destinations Covered : Bangalore - Coorg - Mysore - Ooty.
Day 01 : Arrive Bangalore
Arrive in Bangalore. Check in at the hotel. Local sightseeing of Bangalore - Cubbon Park, Lalbaug, Bull Temple, Vidhan Soudha & High Court. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 : Bangalore - Coorg
Early breakfast, depart for Coorg. On arrival check into hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 : In Coorg
Post breakfast, visit Omkareshwara Temple, Raja's Seat, Fort, Abbi Fails, and Nisargadhama. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 : Coorg - Mysore
Post breakfast, depart for Mysore. Check in at the hotel. Evening at leisure or free for shopping. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : In Mysore
Post-breakfast depart for half-day excursion to Srirangapatanam and visit Palace of Tipu Sultan. Lunch Visit the local sights in Mysore - Mysore Palace, Charnundi Hill & the church. Evening visit to Brindavan garden for musical fountain show. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06 : Mysore - Ooty
Post breakfast drive to Ooty. Check-in at the hotel. Visit lake in the evening, enjoy boat ride (on own). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : In Ooty
Post-breakfast a half-day excursion of Coonoor. Visit the local sights in Coonoor & Tea Gardens. Post lunch, Ooty Lake, Dodabetta peak. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08 : Ooty - Madurai
Early departure for Madurai. Visit Meenakshi temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Thirupparankundram temple, Alagar Koil and Mariammam Teppkulam. Evening for leisure/ shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 : Madurai - Bangalore / Chennai
Post breakfast; depart for Bangalore/Chennai or destination of choice.
Wayanad & Coorg
Tour Duration : ( 04 Nights / 05 Days)
Destinations Covered : Wayanad & Coorg.
Day 01 : Calicut - Wayanad (100 kms)
On arrival at Calicut Airport/Railway station met & assist at the airport & transfer to hotel in Wayanad. On arrival hotel check in & relax amidst the comfort of your room. Or take a leisure walk to enjoy the nature beauty around. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 : Wayanad
Post breakfast proceed for sightseeing of the greenery & waterfalls of Wayanad. The places of attractions are Pookot Lake & Soochipara WaterFalls. Boating in the Pookot Lake is a memorable experience. Tall trees and dense forests that line along the pathway around the lake provide a visual treat. Soochipara Falls the natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer several opportunities for adventure tourism. Banasura Sagar Dam, the 02nd largest earth dam in Asia where Speed boats are also available. Edakkal caves whereetchings are found on the walls have drawn serious attention of archeologists and historians worldwide. Other sightseeing places are Pakshipathalam & Meenmutty Water Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 : Wayanad - Coorg (120 kms)
After breakfast proceed to Coorg. On arrival hotel check in. For sometime relax at the amidst the comfort of your room. Coorg is famous for oranges & coffee plantations. The town reflects an old world charm and is famous for undulating hills, garrulous rivers and is home to some of the finest tourist attractions. The major tourist attractions are mesmerizing Abbey Falls. Later proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can enjoy panoramic views. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day 04 : Coorg
After breakfast proceed to see the other attractions of Coorg. Talacauvery (the origin point of River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later proceed to the ancient temple, Omkareshwara which was built in 1860. Proceed to Madikeri town in the evening and enjoy shopping for honey, coffee and spices as souvenirs of your tour. In the evening fall back to the hotel for another stay. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 05 : Coorg - Calicut (200 kms)
After breakfast proceed to Calicut Airport/Railway station for onward journey.
Monday, September 17, 2012
MTB - Kerala Mountain cycling competition
MTB - Kerala Mountain cycling competition
MTB Kerala 2012, an international mountain cycling competition is being organised at two holiday destinations in Kerala in November this year. Organised by the government of Kerala and Kerala Tourism, the three-day global event will be held at Thenmala in Kollam district and at Kovalam.
"To promote and encourage adventure tourism in the state, Kerala Adventure Tourism Society will be formed," said Mr. A. P. Anilkumar, Minister for Tourism, Kerala, after launching the logo and website of MTB Kerala.
The State's adventure tourism potential is yet to be explored and as a beginning, Kerala will conduct India's first Mountain Cycling competition, MTB Kerala.
"MTB-Kerala 2012 would attract a large number of domestic as well as foreign sports lovers and tourists to the State," the tourism minister added.
The cross-country race, the main part of MTB Kerala will be held at Thenmala, the country's famous eco-tourism destination, on 2nd and 3rd November. The event aims to make Kerala as the future hub of annual International Mountain Cycling events and is the first time that the State is hosting such an event.
'Kabani Theeram' opened in Wayanad
'Kabani Theeram' opened in Wayanad
To tap the enormous tourism potential of the hill district of Wayanad, the first phase of Kabani Theeram, a rural tourism project was inaugurated at Panamaram in Wayanad District.
An initiative of District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC), Wayanad the first phase of the project includes the construction of a tourist facilitation centre with a multipurpose hall, food court, toilet block, vehicle parking area and a business centre.
The second phase includes a riverside walkway, similar to the one on the Veli beach in Thiruvananthapuram District, up to the Thalakkal Chandu Museum in Panamaram and a bird-watching tower to watch and study the different species of migratory birds at a heronry by the Kabani River. The construction of a permanent trade fair centre, an amphitheatre, a children's park, food court, garden, and a boat jetty have also been included in the second phase of this project.
The Kabani Theeram project aims at setting up a rural tourism complex on three acres of land on the banks of the Panamaram River, a tributary of the Kabani River.
KTM -2012
Kerala Travel Mart 2012
The seventh edition of the Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) will be held from September 27 to 30 at Le Meridien Convention Centre in Kochi, Kerala. KTM is India's largest tourism buyer-seller meet and is a unique travel mart in the sub-continent that brings together the business fraternity and entrepreneurs behind the tourism products and services of Kerala.
This year's KTM will have 108 tables, 296 modules and 12 houseboat parking bays. International buyers from countries like Malaysia, Singapore, China, Australia, U.K., U.S.A., Germany, France and from countries in South Asia have registered as delegates in KTM 2012. More than a thousand buyers from other states of India will also participate in this popular travel mart of the country. 1795 buyers have registered so far, out of which 460 are international and 1335 are domestic.
KTM 2012 will have state-of-the-art online facilities, which will enable buyers and sellers to interact better. All the editions of KTM have been successful ones, which is held as a biennial event during the last Thursday, Friday and Saturday of September.
Today, in the domain of travel and tourism in India, KTM has become the largest gathering designed, planned and scheduled to facilitate meetings involving buyers, sellers, media, government agencies and other related bodies. Its strength is reflected in the increasing participation of sellers and buyers every year.
Pallipuram Fort
Pallipuram Fort
Stepping into Kochi is like stepping into the labyrinthine alleyways of history where you encounter the fresh wafts of the bygone era that comes from the ancient streets, palaces, museums, synagogues, cathedrals… Kochi is all this and more. This time, we invite you for a trip to Pallipuram in Vypeen Island near Kochi to behold and feel the earliest of all European memories in India.
Amid the huge trees that romance the skies, untouched by the hubbubs of the town, enduring the snags of time, there stands a fort in its geezerhood - the Pallipuram Fort. Built in 1503 by the Portuguese the Pallipuram Fort is considered as the oldest surviving European monument in India. Also known by the name Ayikotta or Alikotta the fort is a gigantic hexagonal structure.
The architecture of the fort is quite fascinating with a hexagonal outpost and the lowest floor raised to a height of five feet. Laterite, mortar and wood are used for the construction. The layout enables to mount as many guns as possible commanding all quarters round the fort. There is a cellar inside the fort, which was used at that time as a magazine. There is an open space inside, affording easy passage to the cellar. The local people believe that the cellar is a tunnel that leads to the Cheraman Masjid in Kodungallur (Kodungalloor).
The fort fell into the hands of the Dutch army in 1663. In 1798 the fort was purchased by the Travancore Maharaja and is now a protected monument of the Kerala State Department of Archaeology.
Pallipuram got its name from the nearby Manjumatha Church, dedicated to the Lady of Snow (manju in Malayalam denotes mist or snow) which was also built by the Portuguese roughly at the same time as the Fort. In Malayalam the word Palli means church and thus the surrounding areas of the church became Pallipuram. There is an interesting legend associated with the name of the church. Accordingly, when Tipu Sultan attacked Kochi and tried to destroy the church a miraculous mist came down, enveloped the church and hid it from him.
Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Ernakulam Junction, about one km from the main boat jetty to Vypeen Island
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 20 km from Ernakulam town to Vypeen Island
The woman who gave birth to a forest
Monday, August 27, 2012
WAYANAD - COORG - MYSORE - OOTY - CALICUT
Day 01: Wayanad
Arrive at Calicut / Kozhikode International airport or the railway station, our representative will take you to Wayanad (about 4 hrs’ drive). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. So much beauty, so much charm all around; you feel a thunderbolt within. Leisure and ecstasy will wipe the weariness of long drawn journey off your brow; yes, you are safe, happy and comfortable in our guidance. We take you to the caves of Wayanad for they have a story of some ancient natives to tell you.
We are with you as you move leisurely through the forests singing the tune of birds in the forests. We are with you as your feet carelessly touch the cool dew drops from the morning grass and the eyes watch a thousand suns above. On your arrival at Vyttri / Kalpetta, you are cordially led into the leisure of a hotel room. You are free for the evening or can visit Lakkidi – the Gateway of Wayanad (700 Mts MSL), Pookot lake-3 km south of Vythiri. The enduring fresh water lake nestled among wooded hills. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you.
Day 02: Wayanad
In the morning, after breakfast you are off for a full day local sightseeing during which you will be led to the famous Edakkal caves-12 kms from Sulthan Bathery. There are three (3) caves located at a height of 1000 mts on Ambukuthi mala near Ambalavayal. The new Stone Age pictographic writings on the walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are the indication of the civilizations that existed in the regions in the pre-historic times. Chethalayam Falls: Chethalayam is one of the minor waterfalls in Wayanad. Its surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts. Stay for the night at the hotel
Day 03: Wayanad
In the morning, after breakfast visit Kuruwa Deep (with packed lunch). Mananthavady Kuruwa Island is 955 acres of green forest on the tributaries of the east flowing river Kabani. The island is unoccupied and truly a paradise with myriad birds. Have packed lunch, relax for an hour so and proceed to Tholpetty Wild life sanctuary. You can find here spotted deer, elephants, bison, leopard, tiger…etc. It is a 25 km drive inside the sanctuary wherein you will come across a unique variety of wildlife. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you.
Day 04: Wayanad - Coorg
In the morning, after breakfast you proceed to Coorg (100kms). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills and caves; lakes surrounded lustrous forests and small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. On your arrival at Coorg, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. Later visit the spectacular Abbi Falls which is a must be visited location for tourist to Coorg. Proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the misty Coorg valley. Stay for the night at the hotel.
Day 05: Coorg
In the morning, after breakfast you will proceed to Talcauvry (the origin point of River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later visit the ancient temple and in the evening, go to Madikeri town and enjoy shopping for honey, coffee and spices as souvenirs of your travel to Coorg. Gandhi Mantap, A memorial to the father of the nation built at the site where Mahatma Gandhi sat and addressed the people of Madikeri during his visit in 1932.Night stay at hotel.
Day 06: Coorg - Mysore
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from hotel and you proceed to Omkareshwara Temple and enjoy at leisure this spectacular hill retreat. Head towards the Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole in the morning and later proceed to ‘The Cultural Capital of Karnataka’-Mysore (125kms / 3hrs) about 770 m above the sea Level. On arrival at Mysore, check in to hotel, and enjoy the overnight stay there.
Day 07: Mysore
Morning proceed to Mysore local sight seeing. Visit Srirangapatna - Tippu’s Summer Palace, St. Philomena’s church and world famous Brindavan Garden on the Krishna Raja Sagar curves, fearful tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation, small streams and tea gardens. Take a walk along this enchanting garden and at sun set watch the musical fountains and colored lights along the dam. Over-night will be stay at the Mysore hotel.
Day 08: Ooty
In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Ooty (155kms). Ooty also known as Udhagamandalam is the "Blue Mountains” and the capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist resorts in India. It is a land of picturesque picnic spots. It is located at an altitude of 2,245 meters above sea level. It winds up its way through many hair-raising Coonoor is the second largest hill station in the Nilgiris. It is surrounded by tea plantations, with its ravines, valleys, and waterfalls. Bird watching is a popular leisure here. Coonoor is famous for a variety of wildflowers and birds, like cormorants, pipits, thrushes, parakeets, skylarks, Nilgiri verditer vultures, eagles and owls, song birds, bulbuls, , babblers, larks cuckoos, robins and several others.
Sims Park is situated in a deep ravine at an elevation of 1,768 to 1,798 Mts. The Sim's Park is an important place to visit in Coonoor. It is a 12-hectare park, having a collection of over 1,000 species of plants, including magnolia, pines, tree ferns, and camellia. The botanical garden developed here partly in the Japanese style got its name after J. D. Sim who was the secretary of the Madras Club in 1874. The key attraction of the park is the annual fruit and vegetable show held in May every year. Sim's park was inaugurated in 1874. Over-night will be stay at the Resort.
Day 09: Ooty
In the morning, after breakfast proceed for a full day sight seeing which includes: Botanical Garden: - This is a 55-acres garden absolutely beautiful, founded in 1847 by the Marquis of Tweedale. Catherine Falls: - It is from Kotagiri at a distance of 8 kms away from Ooty. One can have a wonderful view of St. Catherine Water falls which is about 250 feet height from Dolphin's Nose of Coonoor. Laws Falls: - From a height of about 180 feet this fall offers a spectacular view for the visitors. Situated on the Coonoor-Mettupalayam Road at a distance of 7 Kms away from Coonoor, it is also a beautiful picnic spot. Kattery Falls: - Kattery falls are one of the highest falls in the Nilgiris situated about 5-km from Coonoor on the Kendala road.
At the beginning of the century a Hydro power station was built on it. It was the first ever-Hydro power plant in the country to harness the fall to generate electricity for Cordite factory. Lady Caninng's: - Seat: -it is situated about 9 kilometers away from Coonoor. It is marked by a small house and commands panoramic sight of the tea estates. Dolphin Nose: -The Dolphin's Nose, which is 11 kms from Coonoor is a unique rock of marvelous size. Dolphin's Nose has spectacular views onto St. Catherine's falls on the one side and Coonoor and Kotagiri streams, tributaries of the Bhavani, on the other. The Droog: -The Droog at 6000 feet is located about 15-km away from Coonoor. It is also a famous picnic spot.
This place was used as an outpost by Tippu Sultan. Ooty Lake Deer Park: -The Lake here is an irregular 'L' shaped structure placed in a picturesque setting. The lake offers a variety of boats for boating. This end of the lake also has a children's park, a deer park, a mini-garden etc. Over-night will be stay at the Resort.
Day 10: Ooty - Kozhikode Departure
In the morning, after breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to the Kozhikode (172kms) airport/railway station to board your flight/train. As you go home let the ever-relishing memory of Gods own Country remain in your mind.
WAYANAD - COORG - CALICUT
Day 01: Wayanad
Arrive at Calicut / Kozhikode International airport or the railway station, our representative will take you to Wayanad (about 4 hrs’ drive). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. So much beauty, so much charm all around; you feel a thunderbolt within. Leisure and ecstasy will wipe the weariness of long drawn journey off your brows; yes, you are safe, happy and comfortable in our guidance.
We take you to the caves of Wayanad for they have a story of some ancient natives to tell you. We are with you as you move leisurely through the forests singing the tune of birds in the forests. We are with you as your feet carelessly touch the cool dewy grass from the morning and the eyes watch a thousand suns dew drops above. On your arrival at Vyttri / Kalpetta, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. You are free for the evening or can visit Lakkidi – the Gateway of Waynad (700 Mts MSL), Pookot lake-3 km south of Vythiri. The enduring fresh water lake nestled among wooded hills. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you.
Day 02: Wayanad
In the morning, after breakfast you are off for a full day local sightseeing during which you will be led to the famous Edakkal caves-12 kms from Sulthan Bathery. There are three (3) caves located at a height of 1000 mts on Ambukuthi mala near Ambalavayal. The new Stone Age pictographic writings on the walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are the indication of the civilizations that existed in the regions in the pre-historic times.Chethalayam Falls: Chethalayam is one of the most attractive waterfalls in Wayanad. Its surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts. Over-night will be stay at hotel.
Day 03: Wayanad
In the morning, after breakfast visit to Kuruwa Deep (with packed lunch.) Mananthavady Kuruwa Island is 955 acres of green forest on the tributaries of the east flowing river Kabani. The island is an unoccupied and a paradise with myriad birds. Have your packed lunch, relax for an hour or so and further proceed to Tholpetty Wild life sanctuary. Here you will find spotted deer, elephants, bison, leopard, tiger…etc. It is 25-kms drive inside the sanctuary exploring wildlife. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you.
Day 04: Wayanad - Coorg
In the morning, after breakfast you are proceed to Coorg (100kms), You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. On your arrival at Coorg, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. Later visit the spectacular Abbi Falls which is a must visit tourist spot anyone visiting Coorg. Proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the misty Coorg valley. Night halt at the hotel already booked for you.
Day 05: Coorg
In the morning, after breakfast you proceed to Talcauvry (the source of the River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later visit the ancient temple and in the evening, go to Madikeri town and enjoy shopping for honey, coffee and spices as souvenirs of your travel to Coorg. Gandhi Mantap, A memorial to the father of the nation built at the site where Mahatma Gandhi sat and addressed the people of Madikeri during his visit to Coorg in 1932. Over-night will be stay at hotel.
Day 06: Coorg
In the morning, after breakfast you will proceed to Omkareshwara Temple and enjoy the scenic beauty at leisure in this spectacular hill retreat. Head towards the Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole in the morning and enjoy the same screening throughout the day. Try your luck spotting the ferocious tiger. In the evening, return to the hotel and spend the night here.
Day 07: Coorg- Calicut / Kozhikode
In the morning, after breakfast you can proceed to the Calicut / Kozhikode (208 kms) airport/railway station to board your flight/train. As you go home let the ever-relishing memory of Gods own Country remain in your mind.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Verj�ngungskur (Rasayana Chikitsa)
Erfrischt die Haut und regeneriert und stärkt alle Gewebe, um somit ideale Gesundheit und Langlebigkeit zu erreichen. Erhöht das 'Ojas' (primäre Vitalität) und verbessert das "Sattva" (geistige Klarheit) und erhöht dadurch die Resistenz des Körpers. Inklusive Kopf-und Gesichtsmassage mit medizinischen Ölen und Cremes, Ganzkörpermassagen mit pflanzlichen Ölen oder Pulver mit Hand und Fuß, innerlich verjüngende Medikamente und medizinische Dampfbäder. Kräuterbäder werden ebenfalls verwendet.
Körperimmunisierung und Behandlung für Langlebigkeit (Kalkalpa Chikitsa):
Dies ist eine erstklassige Heilbehandlung, die den Alterungsprozess verzögert, die Degeneration der Körperzellen blockiert und das System immunisiert. Dies beinhaltet die Aufnahme von Rasayana (spezielle Ayurveda-Medikamente und Ernährung) und umfassende Körperpflegeprogramme. Die Behandlung ist am effektivsten für beide Geschlechter, unter 50 Jahren.
Schwitzen (Sweda Karma):
Ein medizinisches Dampfbad reinigt den Körper von Unreinheiten, verbessert den Teint der Haut, reduziert Fett und ist für bestimmte rheumatische Erkrankungen, insbesondere bei Schmerzen, empfohlen. Kostbare Kräuter und pflanzliche Blätter werden gekocht und der Körper täglich für 10 bis 20 Minuten von Dampf umströmt. Handmassagen mit Kräuterölen oder pflanzlichen Pulvern verbessern die Durchblutung und kräftigen die Muskeln.
Schlankheitskuren:
Heilkräftige pflanzliche Pulver und Kräuteröl-Massagen, eine Ayurveda-Diät aus Kräutersäften usw., sind Teil des Programms.
Schönheitspflege:
Pflanzliche Gesichtspackungen, Kräuteröl-Massagen, Einnahme von Kräutertee etc. verbessern den Teint und verschönern den Körper.
Geistiges und physisches Wohlbefinden (Meditation und Yoga). Geistige und körperliche Übungen sollen das Ego aus Körper und Geist isolieren - mit der Absicht, anhand acht Stufen des Trainings, ihre Konzentration zu schärfen, die Gesundheit zu verbessern und Seelenfrieden zu erreichen: 1. Diszipliniertes Verhalten (yama) 2. Selbstreinigung (Niyama) 3. Körperhaltungen wie z.B. der Lotussitz (Asanas) 4. Kontrolle der Atmung (Pranayama) 5. Beherrschung der Sinne (Pratyahara) 6. Die Gedanken auf ein ausgewähltes Objekt fixieren (Dharana) 7. Meditation (Dhyana) und 8. Samadhi - ein Daseinszustand in dem Sie absolute Ruhe und Wohlbefinden erfahren.
Allgemeine Fitness (Panchakarma-Behandlung)
Eine fünffache Behandlung für geistiges und körperliches Wohlbefinden - bringt den Körper, die Organe, den Geist, Atem und Nerven in Einklang und reinigt das Blut.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda – Harmonie von Körper, Geist und Seele
Entstanden vor etwa 2500 Jahren im unberührten Indien ist Ayurveda, die Wissenschaft vom Leben und der Langlebigkeit, das älteste Gesundheitssystem der Welt. Er wurde von den Draviden und auch von den Ariern befolgt und vereint die tiefgreifenden Erkenntnisse von Medizin und Philosophie. Seit dieser Zeit ist Ayurveda ein Sinnbild für die ganzheitliche physische, seelische und geistige Zunahme an Menschlichkeit in aller Welt. Heute ist es ein einzigartiger und unverzichtbarer Zweig der Medizin, ein vollkommenes naturalistisches System, bei dem durch die Diagnose der Körperflüssigkeiten - vata, pitta and kapha – das richtige Gleichgewicht erreicht werden soll.
Kerala, das Land des Ayurveda
Kerala besitzt ein ungebrochene Ayurveda-Tradition, die zahlreiche Invasionen und Einfälle durch Fremde und auch Einheimische überlebt hat. Für Jahrhunderte waren die Ayurveda Vaidyas (Ayurveda-Praktizierende) fast die einzigen, an die sich die Bevölkerung in Kerala wenden konnte, wenn sie Heilung bei Krankheiten aller Art suchte. Von den legendären acht Vaidya-Familien (Ashta vaidyas) und ihren Nachfolgern wurde der ganze Staat jahrhundertelang medizinisch betreut. Anders als in den anderen indischen Staaten hat Ayurveda in Kerala nicht den Status einer Alternativmedizin, sondern ist die Hauptrichtung. Tatsächlich ist Kerala heute der einzige Staat in Indien, in dem dieses Medizinsystem mit absoluter Hingabe praktiziert wird.
Da sie die einzigen Ansprechpartner bei Behandlungen für das Volk waren, standen die Vaidyars von Kerala vor der Herausforderung, die Theorien des Ayurveda zu interpretieren und sie aktiv zu leistungsfähigen Behandlungssystemen für das tägliche Leben umzuformen. Daher sind fast alle heutigen Prozeduren und Protokolle des Ayurveda in und um Kerala entstanden.
Die Segnungen der Natur
Sein ausgeglichenes Klima, der natürliche Waldreichtum und die kühle Monsunsaison sind die besten Voraussetzungen für die heilenden und stärkenden Ayurveda-Packungen. Kerala ist vielleicht eines der wenigen Gebiete weltweit, wo während einer Zeit mit Dauerregen ständig eine Temperatur von 24-28 Grad herrscht. Dank dieses Feuchtigkeitsüberschusses in der Luft und auf der Hautoberfläche ist es der ideale Ort für alle Arten von Naturmedizin, die hier ihre Möglichkeiten voll zur Geltung bringen können. Das Land ist außerdem gesegnet mit unzähligen Heilpflanzen und bietet die Kontinuität und Beständigkeit der Ayurveda-Medizin, die für eine wirkungsvolle Behandlung notwendig sind. Alle Jahre wieder und zu jeder Jahreszeit stehen dieselben Kräuter mit derselben Wirksamkeit zur Verfügung. Im Vergleich zu Gegenden mit einer anderen Bodenzusammensetzung werden die Intensität und Potenz vieler Ayurveda-Arzneien hier durch den hohen Alkaloidgehalt des Bodens verstärkt.
Die Vorteile des Ayurveda in Kerala
Ashtangahridayam, die von dem großen Vagbata zusammengestellte praktische und anwenderfreundliche Interpretation des Ayurveda, wird wohl nirgendwo auf der Welt so extensiv angewandt wie in Kerala. Die Vaidyars von Kerala kennen sich hervorragend in dieser jüngsten Auslegung des Ayurveda aus, die von vielen Fachleuten als Fortschritt gegenüber den früheren samhitas der Ayurveda-Pioniere Charaka und Susruta bezeichnet wird. In Kerala ist die Kashaya Chikitsa (Heilbehandlung mit Mixturen) zu einem standardisierten Protokoll mit Hunderten von Kashayams geworden, die wissenschaftlich klassifiziert und nach den verschiedenen Erfordernissen der Behandlung eingeteilt wurden. Die Vaidyars von Kerala waren die ersten, die sich auf die Antioxidationseigenschaften des Abayangam spezialisierten, was zu einem Überfluss an Kizhis führte. Die weltweit größte Zahl an Ayurveda-Hochschulen und auch –Ausübenden hat bewirkt, dass Ayurveda in Kerala schon seit langem wissenschaftlich erforscht wird.
Ayurveda als Lebensstil
In Kerala ist Ayurveda nicht nur ein Gesundheitssystem, sondern er ist Teil jedes Lebensaspekts, ja, er ist in Kerala sozusagen ein Lebensstil. Gelähmte gehen wieder, unheilbar Kranke werden gesund usw. – diese Wunder, die sogar heute geschehen, sind der Grund für den Respekt und die Ehrfurcht, die den Vaidyars von Kerala entgegengebracht werden.
Kerala
KERALA, GOD'S OWN COUNTRY
With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 ms in the east and networked by 44 rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. Ayurvedic health holidays. Enchanting art forms. Magical festivals. Historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine... All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, each of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers.
Kerala, India's most advanced society: With hundred percent literacy. World-class health care systems. India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates. The highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is also India's cleanest state.
For administrative purpose, the state of Kerala is divided into fourteen districts. Most of these districts offer all the tourism products typical of the State.
Friday, July 13, 2012
The Mangrove Trail of Malabar - Payyannur
The Mangrove Trail of Malabar is a coastal Jungle trail in North Malabar located at Payyanur in Kannur district offering close up view of Aquatic, Plant and bird life. The main attraction of the Mangrove trail is the Mangrove Ecosystem, Aquatic life, bird life and the breathtaking landscape dominated by tidal creeks and waterways. This intertidal ecosystem, loosely described as the Mangrove Trail is inhabited by variety of fish, shrimps, crabs, mudskippers and some of the most sought after birds in the world. A chance encounter with a brown-winged Kingfisher, Grey headed Lapwing, Pallas's fish Eagle, Lesser Adjutant or may be Mangrove Whistler is always a possibility in the Mangrove trail. The popular sights are Myrna, Quails, Kingfisher and wildfowl’s. During rainy season, migratory birds like the Siberian cranes are sighted. If luck favours, one may come across Sea Turtles & Otters. With a unique eco system of two high tides and two low tides each day, this terrain is tough to negotiate. The muddy swamps of the Mangrove trail add ruggedness to the journey and boating in the creeks is an unforgettable experience for the discerning traveller. This place is a day tripper’s paradise and a wonderland for lens men. The tour inside the trail takes about an hour and half. This is the first Mangrove Trail in India and comes under the Malabar Mangrove Ecotourism circuit and an initiative of Malabar Ecotourism the pioneers in Mangroves Ecotourism. Refreshments are available at The Trail House in the resting zone. There is no accommodation facility in the Mangrove Trail. Visit to the Mangrove trail is only by advance reservation by telephone or email.
www.keralatrip.in
Sunday, July 01, 2012
Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary - Kerala Trip
MALABAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
The sanctuary is part of the western ghats, a biodiversity hotspot. It also comes under the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
and forms a part of the Wayanad Elephant Reserve.
The sanctuary area constitutes the watersheds of Kuttiady River. The reservoirs at Kakkayam, Peruvannamuzhy and
Banasuramala are lifeline of the inhabitants in Kozhikode district as they are the source of drinking water. Electricity is
also generated from the hydro-electric project. The picturesque dam site, unique climate, richness of biodiversity and
gorgeous waterfalls of Urakkuzhi offers good eco tourism potential and is an important tourist destination of this
region.
The forest catchment of the sanctuary is a rich conservatory of the basic resource of life “Water”. The reservoirs, the
rivers and the projects in the area, sustain the water and power (electric) need of Kozhikode and Malabar.
Location and Extent
The Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary covering a total of 74.215015 sq.km extends between 11degree 75’ and 11degree 76
‘North latitude and between 76 degree 20’ and 75 degree 38’ East longitude.
The sanctuary is located in Chakkittappara and Koorachundu revenue villages of Quilandy Taluk. The forests lie on
the Northwest slopes of the Western Ghats contiguous with the forests of Ladysmith Reserved Forests and Kurichiar
mala of Kalpetta Forest Range of South Wayanad Forest Division. The sanctuary lies along the boundary of Kozhikode
district with Wayanad district to the north of the Tamarassery – Kalpetta Ghats.
Climate
Both south-west and north-east monsoons bring rains to this region. South West monsoon is heavier and more
violent. The 1992 and 2007 monsoon season was unusually heavy and violent causing considerable damage to
forest, cultivations and property. The south west monsoon starts in the first week of June, preceded by a few pre
monsoon showers in April and May. The heaviest fall occurs in July and August. The north east monsoon is generally
weak and characterized by sporadic rains during afternoons in the month of October-November. December to March
is generally dry months.
Temperature
The temperature varies from 16° C to 38° C, diurnal and seasonal variation being moderate, as typical of the tropical
nature. As the altitude increases, the variation is comparatively minimal which is between 80c and 250c. The hottest
months are April and May. December to February is relatively cool.
Humidity
At the hills, the humidity varies from 60% to 100%. In the plains and foot of the hills, humidity varies from 50% to
90%, reaching saturation point during monsoon season. Mist is frequent in the higher elevation, with heavy
deposition during December - February.
Drainage and Rivers
There are many seasonal and perennial streams that join the reservoirs constructed across the Kuttiady River, the
largest river in Kozhikode district (Murat River in olden days). The existence of forests tract in the upstream
catchments greatly influences the water quality in the downstream and reservoirs. It has a catchment area of about
583 km2 and is estimated to discharge 1224.30 MCM of water annually. Other drainage systems that join the Kuttiady
puzha are: Onipuzha ,Alerimuzhi thodu or Alampara thodu ,Kadantharapuzha ,Muthuveedu puzha
Flora
The Sanctuary has diverse vegetation types. These are the West-coast Tropical Evergreen, West-coast Semi evergreen,
Southern Moist Mixed Deciduous, Southern Hill-top Evergreen forests, Grasslands, and Marshy grasslands (Vayals).
The variety of vegetation types harbours more than 680 species of flowering plants including 226 species endemic to
southern Western Ghats (about 30%). Sixty nine species of plants are placed under various threat categories.
Viable populations of tree species like Meteoromyrtus wynaadensis, Syzygium stocksii, Eugenia argentea (previously
considered extinct), Syzygium floccosum, Atuna indica (previously considered extinct), Coffea crassifolia (previously
considered extinct), Garcinia malabarica, Humboldtia brunonis var. rakthapushpa. Atuna indica, Eugenia argentea and
Humboldtia brunonis var. rakthapushpa occur only in this sanctuary.
More than 200 species of medicinal plants are reported in this sanctuary. Fifty two species of bryophytes including
28 liverworts and 24 mosses are reported. Sixteen of these are new to Kerala and 9 new to Peninsular India. Several of
them are reported to occur only in this Sanctuary area. Fifty ferns reported from the area include three tree ferns.
Fauna
Forty one species of mammals are reported in the area, which include 6 Western Ghats endemics. Of the 179 species
of birds, 10 are endemics, 6 range restricted and 5 globally threatened species. Thirteen of these are listed in the
schedule I of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act (1972). Preliminary surveys indicate the presence of 36 species of
reptiles including 8 Western Ghats endemics. This forested habitat is known to be an ideal haunt for King Cobra, the
largest venomous snake in the world.
Thirty eight species of amphibians are known from this area of which 26 are Western Ghats endemics. The
amphibians include the recently discovered Philautus ponmudi, P. anili, P. tuberohumerus, P. neurostegona, P.
ochlandrae, P. akroparallagi and P. chromasynhysi . The type locality for P. ochlandrae is the reed brakes of Kakkayam
dam site, the only known site for this species.
The streams of Kakkayam support 52 species of fishes including 21 Western Ghats endemics. The hill stream habitats
of Kakkayam are also known for the endangered Mahseer, Tor khudree. A total of 143 species of butterflies including
8 Western Ghats endemics are known from this area. Fifty one species of Dragon flies which include 11 species of
Western endemics are reported from the region.
Eco Tourism
The southern portions surrounding the reservoirs of this sanctuary are major tourist destinations in Kozhikode
district. Visitor management and eco restitution activities are carried out through the Vana Samarakshana Samithies
(VSS) at the ecotourism centres at Peruvannmuzhi and Kakkayam. At Kakkayam, the Urakkuzhy water fall and crystal
clear streams are major attractions. At Peruvannamuzhy the dam, the garden, the animal rehabilitation centre and the
Indian Institute of Spices Research are the areas frequented by the visitors . About 40000 people visit the area
annually. Vehicles are not permitted to enter the Sanctuary.
Attractions
1. Urakkuzhy waterfalls.
2. Peruvannamuzhi and Kakkayam dam and reservoirs.
3. Adventure trekking
4. Wild life rehabilitation centre
Wayanad - Kerala trip
Wayanad, the green paradise is positioned among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. Clean and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. Located at a distance of 76 km. from the sea shores of Calicut (Kozhikode), this hill station is full of plantations, forests and wildlife. Wayanad hills are contiguous to Mudumalai in Tamil Nadu and Bandhipur in Karnataka, thus forming a vast land mass for the wild life to move about in their most natural abode.
Regarding geographical location, Wayanad district stands on the southern top of the Deccan plateau and its chief glory is the majestic Western Ghats with lofty ridges and rugged terrain interspersed with dense forest, tangled jungles and deep valleys. The place also enjoys a strategic location as the leading tourist centres of South India .
Covering an area of 2132 Sq km, within a population of 780,619 people (2001 census), Wayanad consists of 3 taluks - Mananthavady, Sulthan Bathery and Vythiri.
Wayanad enjoys a great climate throughout the year. The mean average rain fall in this district is 2322 m.m. Lakkidi, Vythiri and Meppadi are the high rainfall areas in Wayanad. Annual rain fall in these high rain fall areas ranges from 3,000 to 4,000m.m. High velocity winds are common during the south west monsoon and dry winds blow in March-April. High altitude regions experience severe cold. At Ambalavayal in Wayanad, the mean maximum and minimum temperature for the last five years were 29oC and 18 oC respectively. This place experiences a high relative humidity which goes even up to 95 percent during the south west monsoon period. The misty environs of Wayanad offer a wide range of trekking opportunities, plantation visits and wildlife tours.
It was at Mananthavady (35km N) that Lord Arthur Wellesley fought a guerilla war with the Pazhassi Raja and British supremacy marked the region for two centuries.
Kalpetta, the region's district headquarters (15 km N), used to be a major Jain centre. Lakkidi, its gateway town, is popular for its plantation Backstays. Tipu Sultan, the legendary ruler of Mysore who valiantly opposed the British, built a fort at Sulthan Bathery,Wayanad 10 km away, in the 18th century.
Established in 1973, the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is contiguous to the protected area network of Nagarhole National Park and Bandipur national Park of Karnataka on the north-east and Mudimalai of Tamil Nadu on the south-east. Rich in bio-diversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve,Wayanad, Which has been established with the specific objective of conservation the biological heritage of the region. Consisting entirely of notified reserve, the sanctuary is very rich in fauna and flora. The management of the sanctuary lays emphasis on scientific conservation with due consideration to the general lifestyle of the tribals and others who live on the fringes of the forest . See Video Botanical Developement, Wayanad, Kerala
Tourist Attractions at Wayanad:
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Chethalayam Waterfall, Sri Mahaganapathy Temple at Thiruvangoor, Pazhassi Raja Museum, Pookote Lake and Edakkal Caves are the prime tourist attractions of Wayanad. Beisdes, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Tholpetty, Karappuzha Dam, Jain Temple at Sultan Bathery, Tiger Valley, Meenmutty Falls, Soochippara Waterfalls, Chembra Hills, Bird Sanctuary in north Wayanad, Thirunelly Temple and Kuruva Islands are the other nearby tourist destinations in and around Wayanad.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Kalameshuthu
Monday, June 11, 2012
Sunday, June 03, 2012
Kerala trip
Chenthuruni - Kerala trip
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Peermade - Kerala Trip
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