Geography Of Kerala

Location:The location of Kerala adds to the boom of tourism in the state. Positioned at the southwestern edge of the Indian landmass, on the Arabian Sea, Kerala is surrounded by Karnataka to the north and northeast, Arabian Sea to the west, and Tamil Nadu to the east. Kerala - geographical information gives you a picture of how and where the mountains and valleys, backwaters and wetlands, midland plains and coastal belts are placed in Kerala.
The geography of Kerala is interesting in the sense that it includes almost everything – hills, plains and beaches as well. This gives a golden opportunity to the tourists to explore the various geographical riches of the state. Geographically the state Kerala is a part of the Malabar Coast with the hill ranges called the Western Ghats stretching along the length of Kerala. In fact, hills of Kerala punctuate the Western Ghats from Sultan’s Bathery in the north to Munnar in the centre and Ponmudi in the south. In the coastal belts of this state are situated world famous backwaters that are more or less the main attraction of Kerala.

Climate:
The climate of the Kerala is basically tropical in nature. The months from April to June are generally the summer months with the maximum temperature during this season hovering around 33°C. October to January is winter in Kerala with the temperature dipping to some extent to make it tolerable. Monsoon hits the state in June and continues till September. However there is not much difference in temperature during this time.

Fringed by sandy beaches and palm lined shores, Kerala makes for a pleasant holiday destination, with several sunny beaches and serene backwaters. Visits to the exotic beaches like Kovalam, Varkala and Poovar can get exceedingly entertaining on your tour to this Indian state that is otherwise called ‘God’s Own Country’.

Vegetation:
Flaunting some of the rarest and richest varieties of flora and fauna in India Kerala houses a number of wildlife reserves and sanctuaries. Periyar, Eravikulam, and Silent Valley are the three excellent national parks in this state. Plantations of tea and coffee and the spice gardens are the other common vegetation varieties in Kerala.