Kerala- Gods own country

The tourism department of Kerala boasts that the state is Gods Own Country. Once you visit, you will see where this claim comes from. The state really is blessed with great natural beauty. Kerala is world famous for its Ayurvedic treatment (one of the worlds oldest holistic treatments) The state is also considered to be one of the safest regions of India. Incidents of local people cheating tourists are almost non-existent. Kerala has high standards of living compared to its neighbours and other Indian states and has indices such as education and healthcare that are on par with developed countries. Therefore, tourists can relax without being followed around by taxi drivers, touts or guides, though there are some beggars who have migrated from poorer states. Abundant rainfall means that you can find lush greenery that remains pretty much throughout the year. A holiday here is an opportunity for rejuvenation. You can get an Ayurvedic oil massage, spend a day or two on a houseboat with nothing to do but watch coconut trees pass by, or just laze around on Kovalam or Varkala beaches. Thus, tourism is more experiential here, rather than being devoted to seeing highly touristed sights. Kerala was named as one of the ten paradises of the world and 50 places of a lifetime by the National Geographic Traveler magazine. Kerala was one of the first states in India to pioneer the concept of home stays and make it a successful industry. Under the home stay concept, you get to stay with a family who can show you around and help you experience the best of Kerala. Your accommodation and food is taken care of at a nominal cost.