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Bekal FortThe history of Kerala is marked by the rise and fall of many dynasties and communities. With the landing of Vasco De Gama on the Malabar Coast, in the year 1498, there opened a new chapter in the history of Kerala. The trade link between Kerala and many Middle East, Mediterranean and China opened gates to the foreign communities. From 16th century A.D. to 19th century A.D, there was much chaos over domination and the place saw settlement of many merchant communities. Many historic places of Kerala provide living records of these communities and the bygone time.

The forts grounded in Kerala form some of the much famed attractions in the region. The forts of Kerala are amongst the best preserved forts in India. Many of these forts were built by the foreign powers to safe guard their hold on the state. Forts like St.Angelo's Fort, Bekal Fort and Palakkad Fort belong to this category. The establishment of these forts influenced the architecture and style of building in the coming generations.

Popular Historic Places of Kerala :
Bekal Fort
The fort, built in the 17th century is one great attraction in Kerala. Located some 19 kms from Kasargod town, Bekal Fort lies abutted by the Arabian Sea. The scenic beauty of the place makes it stand out and that is the main reason of its popularity. The fort building is also magnificent featuring many great details.

Palakkad Fort
Located in the Palakkad district, the fort has witnessed great many historical events during 18th and 19th century. The fort was built by Hyder Ali in the year 1766 A.D. to hasten the communication between Coimabatore and the West Coast. The fort as such bear a great historical importance.

Pallippuram Fort The fort, built in the year 1503 A.D., is one of the oldest existing European monuments in the country. Pallipuram Fort was built by the Portuguese. A church located within the fort premises is a popular pilgrim place. St.Angelo's Fort St.Angelo's Fort is located some two and a half kilometres from Kannur town and built on the shore line. The fort was built by the first Portuguese Viceroy of India, Sir Francisco De Almeiyda. The fort was captured by the British and for a long time remained under their control. The fort at present is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.

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Kerala Beaches
Best of Kerala (11 Days)
Features : Starting from Cochin, the package provides the touch and feel of major tourist attractions. The sojourn is accompanied with tours to the famous hill stations, beaches, historic places and backwaters of Kerala. Places to be visited include Cochin, Periyar, Munnar, Kumarakom, Kovalam and more.


Elephants at Periyar, Kerala
Features : Kerala Vacation Package provides a customized tour to spend vacations at some prized attractions of Kerala. The tour emphasizes on leisure and provides for guided city tours including that of famous city Mumbai. The destinations covered by the tour are Cochin, Kumarakom, Periyar, Kovalam and Mumbai.


Kumarakom Backwater, Kerala
Features : The tour is an ideal way of spending the vacations at Kerala backwater destinations. The package provides for a complete experience at famous lakes and lagoons of Kerala. Cruises, boat rides, city exploration and beach leisure are some of the events covered in the tour. It is an extensive tour of some selected destinations like Cochin, Periyar, Kumarakom and Kovalam.


Kerala Beaches
Features : This extended tour provides for a mix of adventure and leisure. The tour showcases important tourist destinations of Kerala encompassing hill stations, beaches, plantations lands, backwaters and more. Local city tours, adventurous treks, cruises and leisure at beach are some of the events covered in the tour. The destinations covered include Trivandrum, Munnar, Madurai, Thekkady, Cochin, Alleppey and Kovalam.


Kerala Backwater
Features : The tour package offers a complete road expedition of some renowned places in Kerala. The tour package provides for a more close encounter with the local population, culture and traditional beauty of the place. The rides along the Western Ghats puts through popular destinations like Madras, Mysore, Ooty, Guruvayoor, Cochin, Varkala and Kovalam. There is much adventure to be had during the entire tour.


Kerala Beaches
Features : The tour features some selected places in the state of Kerala. It is a complete leisure trip at destinations including Cochin, Periyar, Kumarakom and Marari Beach. The package incorporates activities like boat safari, sunset cruise, bird watching and beach activities.


Houseboat at Alleppey, Kerala
Features : An extensive tour through popular attractions of Kerala, capturing the beauty and experience of backwaters, spice towns, hill stations, wildlife and some popular shrines. The tour features most of the destinations of Kerala, with the exception of Madurai. The destinations covered include Quilon, Alleppey, Cochin, Munnar, Madurai, Periyar, Kumarakom and Kovalam.



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