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Kerala, often referred to as God's Own Country, is a stunning tropical paradise located on the southwestern tip of the Indian Peninsula. Recognized by National Geographic as one of the 50 must-visit destinations in the world, this small state is bordered by the Arabian Sea, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. Its unique geography, isolated by the Western Ghats, has preserved its rich culture and heritage. According to legend, Kerala was reclaimed from the sea by Parasurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, making it steeped in history and mythology.
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Kerala is the tropical paradise, God's own country, recommended by the National Geography Magazine as one of the 50 destinations in the world that one should visit. Situated at the southwest corner of Indian Peninsula, Kerala is one of the smaller states. The Arabian Sea in the west, Tamil Nadu in the South and East and Karnataka in the north surround Kerala. Isolation from the other parts of India by the Western Ghats helped Kerala to retain its culture in its original form for a long time. Legends say that Kerala was reclaimed from the Sea God 'Varuna' by Parasurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, by throwing his battle-axe into the sea. Varuna retreated to the point where the axe fell. The reclaimed land was distributed to 64 Brahmins and Parasurama went back to continue his penance J
