Postcard from: Kerala, India

Kerala is a must-visit destination located in South India on the Malabar Coast that's renowned for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters. To help inspire your wanderlust, we've rounded up some of our favourite pics from this fabulous destination.

Cherai Beach backwaters

Cherai Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the state. It's located in Cherai, a suburb of Kochi, only 25 km from downtown Kochi and 20 km from the Cochin International Airport.

Take a trip on a traditional houseboat to take in the gorgeous scenery

No trip to Kerala is complete without a tour of the backwaters. Travel in style on a luxurious thatched-roof houseboat. You can hire houseboats from Alleppey, which is the start of the backwaters located between Kochi and Kollam.  Whether you're interested in hiring a boat for one day or one week, there are tour providers on hand that can help you find the perfect tour. 

Elephant bath time at the Kodanad Elephant Training Centre

Elephants are loved and revered in Indian culture. The Kodanad Elephant Training Centre is one of the largest centres of its kind in Kerala.

Kathakali performance

Culture lovers should ensure that they see a Kathakali perfomance during their visit. Kathakali is an indigenous art/ dance form that's characterised by its elaborate makeup and bright costumes donned by the performers.

Kerala coastline

Kerala boasts an impressive 600k of gorgeous , peaceful beaches near the Arabian Sea. With so many beautiful sights and cultural experiences on offer, it's easy to see how Kerala has captured the hearts and souls of those who visit. 

Ben Ricci

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