Interesting facts of Kerala



God's Own Country Kerala is also a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. This place is a great paradise for those who love to travel. Here are some things that every traveler should definitely know about Kerala...The backwaters, the coconut groves, the beaches, and the Arabian Sea are the main attractions of Kerala.

Medical facilities and banking facilities are two indicators that can be used to know the development of a state. It is mandatory to have at least one hospital in every panchayat in Kerala. Banks and facilities are easily accessible, even in small towns, without having to travel long distances. Education is the cornerstone of Kerala. Kerala is the first state in India to achieve complete literacy. Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Alappuzha districts are leading in literacy. In the field of public education, more than 45,000 classrooms in Kerala are high tech.

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Kerala is the first state in India to receive rainfall. The southwest monsoon first falls in Kerala. Elephants are just like the image of coconut when you think of Kerala. Kerala is especially popular with foreigners for elephants. It is estimated that there are more than 700 elephants in Kerala. Kerala is also home to the first mosque in India. Cheraman Juma Masjid, located near Kodungallur in Ernakulam, is the first mosque in India. The first synagogue in India was the Jewish Synagogue or Foreign Synagogue in Kochi. The synagogue was built in 1567 by the Malabar Jews. They are the oldest Jewish community in India. It is the oldest synagogue not only in India but also in the Commonwealth. 

Kerala is also home to the first Christian church in India. St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Church, located in Palayur, Thrissur, is the first Christian church in India. The church was founded in 53 AD by St. Thomas, a disciple of Jesus who set sail for India to preach the gospel. Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is one of the richest temples in the world. The wealth here is immeasurable. Kerala is known as the land of Ayurveda, the Veda of life. Ayurveda is India's contribution to health care. Kerala has an upper hand in this. Ayurveda has been a part of Kerala for centuries. Kerala is home to the largest number of festivals and celebrations in the world. Festivals of various religions are always held here. Thrissur Pooram, Onam, Pulikali, and Vallam Kali are some of the popular festivals in Kerala.

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Kerala is known as the land of spices. It is also known as the Spice Capital of the World. Kerala has been famous for its spices since BCE 3000.




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