The state is situated between Arabian Sea to the west and Western Ghats mountain ranges to the east.
| Kerala | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s): God’s Own Country, Spice Garden of India, Land of Coconuts, Land of Trees, The Jewel of South India | |
| Location of Kerala | |
| Coordinates (Kochi):10°N 76°ECoordinates:10°N 76°E | |
| Country | India |
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What is Kerala well known for?
Kerala is famous for its unique geography, tranquil backwaters, unspoiled beaches, art forms and spices. It is also famous for its charming houseboats, sprawling tea plantations, unique eco-tourism, magnificent architecture, Ayurvedic treatments and unforgettable culinary experiences.
What is the old name for Kerala?
Until the arrival of British, the term Malabar was used in foreign trade circles as a general name for Kerala. Earlier, the term Malabar had also been used to denote Tulu Nadu and Kanyakumari which lie contiguous to Kerala on the southwestern coast of India, in addition to the modern state of Kerala.
Why Kerala is called God’s country?
There is a belief that, once a year during the Onam festival, Mahabali returns to Kerala. It is said that the god Vishnu is guarding Mahabali’s Kingdom as a mark of respect for his virtues.These Puranic accounts portray Kerala as “God’s own country”, or the land favoured by God.
What is other name of Kerala?
Kerala was alternatively called Malabar in the foreign trade circles. Earlier, the term Malabar had also been used to denote Tulu Nadu and Kanyakumari which lie contiguous to Kerala on the southwestern coast of India, in addition to the modern state of Kerala.
What makes Kerala unique?
The state boasts a high level of literacy, way above the country’s standard (for men AND women) and life expentancy is the highest in the whole Indian sub-continent. With its communist political regime, Kerala is one of India’s most stable states, where its citizens are the most involved.
Who named Kerala?
The earliest mention of the word Kerala finds its way back to the 3rd century BCE on a rock inscription from the Mauryan dynasty, but it is also believed that the state was named after Keralian Thamboran, the ruler of an independent province in southern India, which was present-day Kerala.
Who created Kerala?
Parasurama, an avatar of Vishnu threw his battle axe into the sea after he reached Gokuram from Kanyakumari. As a result, the land of Kerala arose, reclaimed from the waters. He was the sixth of the ten avatars (incarnation) of Vishnu.
Was Kanyakumari in Kerala?
The area covered by the present district of Kanyakumari was a part of the previous Travancore state.In the month of July 1949, when the United States of Cochin and Travancore was inaugurated, the present Kanyakumari area continued to form a part of Trivandrum district in Kerala.
Which place is known as Africa of Kerala?
Kannur
Kannur Cantonment is the only Cantonment Board in the state of Kerala.
Kannur.
| Kannur English: Cannanore Arabic: Kannanur Portuguese: Cananor | |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| State | Kerala |
| Region | North Malabar |
| District | Kannur |
What does Kerala mean?
Kerala. / (ˈkɛrələ, kəˈrɑːlə) / noun. a state of SW India, on the Arabian Sea: formed in 1956, it includes the former state of Travancore-Cochin; has the highest population density of any Indian state.
Why is Kerala beautiful?
Kerala is a visual treat for the tourists, the sunny beaches, famed backwaters, serene hill stations, roaring waterfalls, great greenery, large tea & spice plantations and large coconut groves offer a wonderful experience for the visitors.There are many ways to enjoy the beauty of Kerala.
Why Kerala different from other states?
The main reason why Kerala is different from other Indian states is the lack of cows!Kerala however has much more of a mixed population, religious wise. While the majority is still Hindu, there are also a significant number of Muslims and Christians.
What is the nickname of Bengaluru?
Silicon Valley of India
Karnataka
| City/town | Nickname |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru (Bengaluru) | Silicon Valley of India Science City of India Garden City of India Capital of Karnataka |
| Kodagu | Scotland of India |
| Mangaluru | Rome of The East Ice Cream Capital of India Gateway of Karnataka |
| Mysuru | Sandalwood City Cultural Capital of Karnataka |
Which is the capital of Kerala?
Thiruvananthapuram
What is Kerala culture?
The culture of Kerala is a combination of both Indian and Dravidian culture. Now days this culture is being influenced by the neighboring states as well. The main USP of Kerala is its performing arts like Kathakali, Mohiniyattam and Martial Art of Kalaripayattu.Providing a national integrity is the Kerala Heritage.
Is Kerala rich or poor?
Per-capita GSP of Kerala during the same period is ₹205,484 (US$2,773.08), the sixth largest in India.
Economy of Kerala.
| Statistics | |
|---|---|
| GDP per capita rank | 8th |
| GDP by sector | Agriculture 8% Industry 28% Services 63% (2019-20) |
| Population below poverty line | 7.05% in poverty (2020–21) |
| Human Development Index | 0.779 high (2018) (1st) |
Does Kerala have a flag?
Kerala state does not have any state flag as like any other modern Indian state. Since the 1950s, Government of India didn’t prefer states having different flags which became an unofficial law (there is no OFFICIAL LAW that prohibits states from having its own flag).
Why is Thiruvananthapuram called so?
After forming the Travancore kingdom, Maharaja Marthanada Varma dedicated it to Lord Padmanabha, the presiding deity of Shri Padmanabhaswamy temple and named the city ‘Thiruvananthapuram’. The word ‘Thiruvananthapuram’ is derived from the Malayalam word thiru- anantha-puram, which means ‘City of Lord Ananta’.
Who called God’s own country?
The tagline “Kerala—God’s Own Country”, originally coined by Dr Vipin Gopal, who created the first Web page on Kerala, has been widely used in Kerala’s tourism promotions and soon became synonymous with the state.
Did Parshuram made Kerala?
Puranas say that it was Parasuram who planted the 64 Brahmin families in Kerala, whom he brought down from the north in order to expiate his slaughter of the Kshatriyas . According to the puranas, Kerala is also known as Parasurama Kshetram, ie., ‘The Land of Parasurama’,as the land was reclaimed from sea by him.
