The antiquity of the state can be traced to as early as 5000 to 3000 B.C. People have been sailing to Kerala in search of Spices, Sandalwood, and Ivory for at least 2000 years. The coasts of the state were known to the Phoenicians, Romans and later on to the Arabs and Chinese, long before Vasco da Gama came to India. Christianity and Islam were introduced to Kerala much earlier than in rest of India. The present day state of Kerala came into being on 1st November, 1956 by merging two princely states, Travancore & Cochin and Malabar, which was under direct British rule.

The influence of Kerala's trade links with far off nations and civilizations is still evident in its architectural styles and Chinese fishing nets (at Mattanchery). The state is an epitome of secularism and exemplar of unity in diversity. All the religions flourish side by side  and the entire landscape is dotted with temples, churches, mosques and synagogues. The state has the reputation of imbibing anything new. But it also holds on to its rich traditions and culture. Keralites are regarded as the most enterprising and industrious people in the country. Their substantial presence all over the world, especially in the Gulf countries, has helped the country to earn valuable foreign exchange.

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Air Ports : Trivandrum, Cochin & Calicut.

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Kerala the land of lagoons and beaches invites you to discover the meaning of enchantment and is a made - to -order vacation paradise. It is studded with lively sandy, palm-fringed lively stretches of lush vegetation and mist clad mountains. Apart from an exotic scenery, Kerala also unfolds a cultural canvas, fascinating in its variety: the frenzied tempo of snake boat races, the classical dignity of Kathakali, the ancient Sanskrit Theatre Kootiyattam, the lyrical grace of Mohiniyattam, the satirical wit of Chakyar koothu, the martial art form Kalaripayattu and the exquisite workmanship of Kerala handicrafts. A visit to this tiny fertile friendly land will reveal a Kaleidoscope of deep rooted culture, traditions and delightful sensations. Though this land of rivers and backwaters and beaches is busy raising valuable cash crops like rubber, tea, cardamom, coffee and cashew nut, but it still lives at the leisurely pace of an ageless craft plying in placid canals and sleepy   backwaters.