Top 25 Best Tourist Places to Visit in Kerala-2019 (with Photos & Tips)

It is without doubt that Kerala is one of the most beautiful places on earth and that’s why it is known as’Gods Own Country’. From the stunning beaches along the Malabar Coast to the maze of backwater canals cutting through huge rice fields to the glorious rolling hillside tea plantations in the Western Ghats, Kerala’s landscapes are almost as diverse as its people and the culture and history of the people of Kerala is a major factor in attracting the tourists.
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Kerala Tourism was also recommended among CNN Travel’s 19 places to visit in 2019 , Lonely Planet as one of the must visit family destinations to visit

Munnar tops the list among the best Places to Visit in KeralaKerala in India has it all: sun, sea, sand, good food, houseboats, culture and wildlife. Its spectacular natural landscapes — think palm trees and sprawling backwaters — lend the region the nickname “God’s Own Country.
– CNN Travel Wrote about tourist destinations in Kerala when it included Kerala among the 19 places to visit in 2019.
If you are planning to visit Kerala, here is a list of the best places to visit in Kerala curated by the holiday experts Iris Holidays
List of best places to visit in KeralaFrom the awesome seashores along the Malabar Shore to the labyrinth of backwater pathways in Alleppey and Kumarakom to the fantastic verdant hillside tea gardens in Munnar, Kerala’s scenery and points of interest are almost as different and unique as its individuals and the lifestyle and record of the individuals of Kerala is a significant component in gaining the visitors from all over the world.
If you are preparing to check out Kerala, here is a list of the Top 25 places to visit in Kerala curated by the expert holiday professionals in Iris Holidays.
Athirappilly WaterfallsKovalamMunnarAlleppeyThekkadyKochiThiruvananthapuramKumarakomWayanadVagamonPoovarKannurKasargodBekalNelliampathyMarariMalampuzhaThrissurAshtamudiKozhikodeVarkalaKollamPonmudiMunroe Island
1. Athirappilly Waterfalls
The Niagara Falls of India
The splendorous, 80-feet high and 330-feet wide, Athirapally Waterfalls is the biggest waterfall in Kerala. The waterfall is in the border of Ernakulam District and Thrissur District in Kerala and is in a protected area. The parallel streams resemble Niagara Falls in the Monsoon season and so-called ‘The Niagara falls of India’.
The area nearby the falls offers spectacular views of the Sholayar hills and the Western Ghats making Athirapally a beautiful tourist destination. You can choose a drive from Athirappilly to the Vazhachal falls through the dense forest watching the wide variety of endangered Flora and fauna. There are also options for Daily Jungle Safari trips in Athirapally. The safari is organized by Thrissur District Tourism Promotion Council with Athirappilly Destination Management Council and is very safe.The nearby spots to the waterfalls are best for short and safe trekking. The stream is good for swimming and one can enjoy the soft touch of the spray of water while in the stream. Rainbows are almost always visible in the waterfalls adding hues to the views.variety of endangered Flora and fauna. There are also options for Daily Jungle Safari trips in Athirapally. The safari is organized by Thrissur District Tourism Promotion Council with Athirappilly Destination Management Council and is very safe.
The nearby spots to the waterfalls are best for short and safe trekking. The stream is good for swimming and one can enjoy the soft touch of the spray of water while in the stream. Rainbows are almost always visible in the waterfalls adding hues to the views.