THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Set on a picturesque group of hills near the sea is Thiruvananthapuram, one of the loveliest cities in India. Though a bustling state capital, it Manages to preserve its charm and in the quieter areas of the town are norrow roads and old world kerala houses that are white washed and tiled in red. While in Thiruvananthapuram, try to take in a performance of Kathakali, the traditional folk dance of kerala.
Places of  Interest
Padmanabha Swami Temple, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Botancial Gardens.
Access
Well linked by rail, are and road.

KOCHI (COCHIN)
The major seaport in this part of the country, Kochi is an attractivers and on the little islands in the estuary.
Places of  Interest
Jewish Syagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church.
Around kochi
Kalady (45 kms), Thrissur (80 kms), Guruvayur (109 kms), Munnar Hills (130 kms).
Access
Well connected by rail and road.

ALAPPUZHA (ALLEPPEY)
This is the centre of the coir trade. Some lovely stretches of backwater conect Alappuzha to Kollam and Kottayam. Idyllic cruises into the unspoilt interiors of kerala are possible over the waterways. Alappuzha is famous for the boat races held annually in August/septemper.
Access
Well linked by raid and road. The nearest airport is Kochi (64 kms).

KOTTAYAM
One can travel by road or by boat to Kottayam over the lagoons and waterways A centre of the Syrian Christian community, Kottayam has some fine churches.
Places of  Interest
Vallapalli Church, Cheriapalli Church.
Around Kottayam
Kumarakom (10 kms), Shiva Temple at Ettumanur, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (117 lms), Peermade.
Access
Well linked by rail and road. The nearest airport is Kochi (76 kms).

KOLLAM (QUILOM)
One of Kerala's ancient capitals, Kollam was once a thriving port where Greek, Roman and Arab vessls, came to trabe. Kollam had trade connections with China too. Inthe present day, kollam is a typical kerala town, set picturesquely on the Ashtamudi lake.
Places of  Interest
Thangasseri, the British Residency.
Access
Well connected by rail and road. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram (66 kms).

KOVALAM
Just 16 kms out of Thiruvananthapuram, is an idyllic spot with sheltered coves and a brilliantly blue sea A multi- tiered hotel melts into the surrounding cliffs and pretty cottages are scattered around the palm groves. Visitors can indulge in a spot of Yoga on the beach or have a traditional kerala oil massage with Ayurvedic herbal oils at the health centres. kathakali performances in the eveings round off perfect days at kovalam.
Access
nearest railhead and airport is Thiruvananthapuram. Linked by road to all the major towns in the area.