Tucked away at the southwestern tip of India and sandwiched between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, is a wisp of paradise called Kerala. Barely 360 miles long and a mere 70 miles at its widest, Kerala is blessed with unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations of the world, prompting National Geographic Traveler to include it among the fifty must see destinations of a life time. Mesmerizing mountains, some soaring to a height of 2700 meters, numerous rivers that crisscross the land, pristine beaches awash with sugary sand, the vast expanse of placid backwaters, the balmy salubrious climate, a cultured and courteous populace, and a rich and colorful tradition of festivals, arts and crafts all add up to make Kerala an idyllic get-away destination.

Best time to visit
Kerala offers a salubrious climate throughout the year. Summers and winters are pleasant with very slight variations in temperature. Monsoons could slow down things a little, but it is the best time for taking Ayurvedic treatments.