{"id":10398,"date":"2026-02-05T04:27:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T22:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.thomascook.in\/?p=10398"},"modified":"2026-03-13T15:01:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T09:31:48","slug":"10-lesser-known-facts-about-kerala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/india-holidays\/10-lesser-known-facts-about-kerala\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Lesser Known Facts About Kerala"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pld-like-dislike-wrap pld-template-1\">\r\n    <div class=\"pld-like-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-like-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"10398\" data-trigger-type=\"like\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-up\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-like-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">3    <\/span>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"pld-dislike-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-dislike-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"10398\" data-trigger-type=\"dislike\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-down\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-dislike-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">0<\/span>\r\n<\/div><\/div><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\r\n<p>Kerala &#8211; an enticing state on India\u2019s southern tip that functions more like a pivot that balances the entire nation on its own. The \u2018land of coconuts\u2019 is as famous for its breathtaking backwaters, as it is for once touching a 100 percent on the literacy scale. \u2018God\u2019s own country\u2019 offers such scenic vistas, it feels God himself came down and declared it his own, with one smooth brush stroke. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kerala holidays<\/a> will mean so much more if only you knew these intriguing, inspiring and fascinating facts about Kerala. Read on!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"prduct-blk\">\r\n<div class=\"product_item \">\r\n<div class=\"pro_img_blk\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Kerala-banner.jpg\" \/><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt_blk\">\r\n<div class=\"pro_heading_txt\">Kerala Packages<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt\">Celebrate your holidays in the enchanting and picturesque Kerala with Kerala packages<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"pro_btn_more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages?utm_source=TCblog&amp;utm_medium=cross-sell&amp;utm_campaign=HMDec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BOOK NOW<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/ajax.googleapis.com\/ajax\/libs\/jquery\/1.11.3\/jquery.min.js\"><\/script> <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/slick-carousel@1.8.1\/slick\/slick.min.js\"><\/script> <script>\r\n$(\".prduct-blk\").slick({\r\n  slidesToShow: 3,\r\n  infinite: true,\r\n  prevArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow prev-arrow\"><<\/button>',\r\n   nextArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow next-arrow\">><\/button>',\r\n\r\n  responsive: [{\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 1024,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n        infinite: true\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 768,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n      breakpoint: 480,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 1,\r\n    },\r\n\r\n\r\n    }]\r\n});\r\n<\/script><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"section-1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The lesser known facts about Kerala<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The word \u2018Kerala\u2019 means \u2018land of coconuts\u2019<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10437\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/tree-plant-fruit-flower-food-green-998840-pxhere.com-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"Land of coconuts Kerala - Facts About Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When on a blind sojourn if you spot a few coconut trees, and on your way ahead you spot a few more, then lo and behold, you\u2019re in Kerala! There is a direct relation between the name of the state and its native tree. In Malayalam, the language of Kerala, the word \u2018keram\u2019 translates into \u2018coconut tree\u2019. And since you can literally live your entire life slurping coconut water and chomping on its meat in Kerala, the place came to be known as \u2018Keralam\u2019, or \u2018land of coconuts\u2019.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Kerala has the highest sex ratio in India<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/3998207432_a9c2fe6d94_b-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"highest sex ratio Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kerala has the highest female to male ratio among all states in India. For every 1000 males, there are 1084 females. That number is quite the polar opposite of what you\u2019ll find in other states in India. And it is something to be proud of, because what it signifies is that the educated state of Kerala welcomes a girl child with open arms.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Kerala has the highest literacy rate in India<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>One of the most commendable facts about Kerala and one that should make every Indian proud, is the state\u2019s amazing literacy rate. The average literacy rate in Kerala is about 93%. If that wasn\u2019t enough, the southern paradise once achieved the unique feat of a hundred percent primary education among the population. That is no mean feat.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Kerala has the highest life expectancy in India<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/People_of_kerala.jpg\" alt=\"Highest life expectancy Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Talk about topping in all subjects. When it comes to social ratios and rates, Kerala seems to be enjoying the view from the top. The \u2018land of coconuts\u2019 also boasts of the highest life expectancy in India. At 75 years, the life expectancy is a whopping 10 years more than that of the rest of India, which sits at about 65 years. Is it the coconuts or the curry? We may never know!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Ayurveda in Kerala &#8211; The best things about Kerala<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/14630886123_c1f22b7b60_b-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"Ayurveda in Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kerala is probably the only state in India that pursues Ayurveda as the primary treatment modality for lots of diseases and disorders. And it also boasts of the first Ayurvedic resort in the world &#8211; the Somatheeram, located just south of the Kovalam Beach. A huge chunk of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/india-tourism\/kerala-tourism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kerala Tourism<\/a> is directed at the healing aspect of this soul-refreshing state. The flourishing greenery obviously has something to do with it since there is no lack of medicinal herbs and plants in the state.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) Kerala backwaters are geographically unique<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Houseboats_at_Kerala_Backwaters.jpg\" alt=\"Kerala backwaters\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kerala is known for its tranquil backwaters that calm the soul. But what is not so well known about Kerala is that the backwaters have a unique geography. The lakes and lagoons run parallel almost along the entire west coast of Kerala. What is even more interesting is the course of these waters. The lagoons twist, turn, run into land and make for a very intricate network. The majority of the backwaters consists of 5 lakes linked by narrow canals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\r\n<p><strong>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/houseboats-in-kerala\/\">Everything you need to know about houseboats in Kerala backwaters<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) The land of elephants<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Elephants_-_2008_Kerala_festival-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"Land of elephants Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You can just about replace \u2018land of coconuts\u2019 with \u2018land of elephants\u2019 and no one would bat an eyelid. That is because this magnificent state\u2019s green fields are roamed by more than 700 elephants. Mostly owned by religious institutions and temples, these elephants are Kerala\u2019s pride. The elephant also features on the government emblem of Kerala.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Home to the richest temple in the world, Among the lesser know facts about Kerala<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10449\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-84.jpg\" alt=\"Richest temple in the world - Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>One of the lesser known facts about Kerala, and one that is at once humbling and awe-inspiring is that it houses the richest temple in the whole world. The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is not just the richest temple, but the wealthiest institution of worship on the globe because of its towering assets of gold and precious stones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9) Kerala receives India\u2019s first rainfall<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chinnar_Forest_Kerala-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"India\u2019s first rainfall Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Forget the MET Department\u2019s sophisticated machinery to predict the weather. If you\u2019re a Mumbaikar, a quick call to a Keralite can tell you when the monsoon\u2019s coming your way. Kerala receives the country\u2019s earliest rainfall, mostly on or around the first of June. And merely ten days later, the rains begin in Mumbai.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\r\n<p><strong>Must Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/things-to-do-in-kerala\/\">Top 30 things to do in Kerala<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10) Lowest rate of population growth<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The highest literacy rate wasn\u2019t enough, the high sex ratio is just a number, highest life expectancy? &#8211; meh. The crowning jewel in Kerala\u2019s kitty is the phenomenally low rate of population growth. In a country like India, Kerala sticks out like a sore thumb in terms of population growth. While the country is growing steadily at about 17 percent, Kerala is comfortable at a mere 4 percent growth rate. The fact that Kerala is one of the world\u2019s leading producers of rubber helps maybe?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"prduct-blk\">\r\n<div class=\"product_item \">\r\n<div class=\"pro_img_blk\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Kerala-banner.jpg\" \/><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt_blk\">\r\n<div class=\"pro_heading_txt\">Kerala Packages<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt\">Celebrate your holidays in the enchanting and picturesque Kerala with Kerala packages<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"pro_btn_more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages?utm_source=TCblog&amp;utm_medium=cross-sell&amp;utm_campaign=HMDec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BOOK NOW<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/ajax.googleapis.com\/ajax\/libs\/jquery\/1.11.3\/jquery.min.js\"><\/script> <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/slick-carousel@1.8.1\/slick\/slick.min.js\"><\/script> <script>\r\n$(\".prduct-blk\").slick({\r\n  slidesToShow: 3,\r\n  infinite: true,\r\n  prevArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow prev-arrow\"><<\/button>',\r\n   nextArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow next-arrow\">><\/button>',\r\n\r\n  responsive: [{\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 1024,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n        infinite: true\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 768,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n      breakpoint: 480,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 1,\r\n    },\r\n\r\n\r\n    }]\r\n});\r\n<\/script><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11)\u00a0Kerala has a lot of \u2018firsts\u2019 to its name<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Among the most interesting but lesser known <strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">facts about Kerala<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">, certainly lies its affinity for coming first. It is not just the first state of India to have a completely beggar-free capital city, it is also the first state to be titled \u2018Digital State\u2019 in 2015, and the very first to have 100% inclusion of banking (2007), apart from the well-known, first Indian state to with a district (Ernakulam) to achieve 100% literacy rate.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Munnar_hillstation_kerala-Custom.jpg\" alt=\"Facts about Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12) It has been listed among the top 5 family holiday destinations in world by Lonely Planet repeatedly<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With a kid friendly atmosphere, high rate of literacy and family friendly tourist attractions in tow, it isn\u2019t a surprise to find this <strong>fact about Kerala<\/strong>, is it? Surely, the state deserves this spot among the world\u2019s best family vacation destinations as it was only last awarded by Lonely Planet in 2016. Thinking of taking your family on a trip to God\u2019s Own Country already, are you?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13) A travel to this state is vouched by Nat Geo too- a certain fact about Kerala<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Not just Lonely Planet, this amazing Indian state seems to be among the favourites of the popular and trustworthy, Nat Geo as well. The popular travel magazine has listed Kerala among the top 10 paradises in the world and also among the top 50 of the best places in the world worth visiting. Need another reason to book your tickets to the gorgeous coconut trees, elephants and backwater encrusted state?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14756\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Untitled-design-29-1-1.png\" alt=\"Lesser know facts about Kerala\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14)<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Kerala is among the places with the highest number of bookworms and highest liquor consumption<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you thought drinking and reading can\u2019t go hand in hand, think again. Unlike the usual notion of curling up with a good book and a cup of coffee, Keralites like to do it differently. It is a very lesser known <strong>fact about Kerala<\/strong> that the state has the highest per capita liquor consumption rate in the country, almost double the national average, but also the most number of reading addicts, after Mizoram. It is a fairly common sight to find people reading the local newspaper or books, sitting relaxed on their porches. It is perhaps also the reason why Kerala is also among the homes to the most informed people.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15)Kerala boasts of some of the most unique and impressive villages<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kerala has some of the most unique villages you will find in India. Kodinhi village in Malapuram district of Kerala which is also known as the Twin Town, could easily be the twin capital of the world. It is known for having a population percentage with almost 6 times more twins than the global average. On the other hand, Marottichal village of Kerala, located in Thrissur district of the state is a surprising little hamlet where about 70% of the population (6,000 residents) plays chess. The hobby\/ way of life of the people of Marottichal started as a means to overcome the alcohol addiction of the youth here and now has moved on to create an Asian record for the biggest number of chess players in a town.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We agree, out of all these facts about Kerala, some are intriguing, some are inspiring, and some are simply a matter of national pride. So make sure you keep these amazing facts in mind as you feast your eyes on the bewitchingly beautiful state that is Kerala. Interested in taking a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kerala holiday packages<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"prduct-blk\">\r\n<div class=\"product_item \">\r\n<div class=\"pro_img_blk\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Kerala-banner.jpg\" \/><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt_blk\">\r\n<div class=\"pro_heading_txt\">Kerala Packages<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pro_txt\">Celebrate your holidays in the enchanting and picturesque Kerala with Kerala packages<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"pro_btn_more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages?utm_source=TCblog&amp;utm_medium=cross-sell&amp;utm_campaign=HMDec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BOOK NOW<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/ajax.googleapis.com\/ajax\/libs\/jquery\/1.11.3\/jquery.min.js\"><\/script> <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/slick-carousel@1.8.1\/slick\/slick.min.js\"><\/script> <script>\r\n$(\".prduct-blk\").slick({\r\n  slidesToShow: 3,\r\n  infinite: true,\r\n  prevArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow prev-arrow\"><<\/button>',\r\n   nextArrow: '<button class=\"slide-arrow next-arrow\">><\/button>',\r\n\r\n  responsive: [{\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 1024,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n        infinite: true\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n\r\n      breakpoint: 768,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 2,\r\n\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }, {\r\n      breakpoint: 480,\r\n      settings: {\r\n        slidesToShow: 1,\r\n    },\r\n\r\n\r\n    }]\r\n});\r\n<\/script><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"section-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions about Lesser Known Facts about Kerala:<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the famous sweet dish in Kerala?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Ada Pradhaman is the king of Kerala\u2019s sweet dishes which is a version of payasam\/kheer. Any occasion or festival is incomplete without Ada Pradhaman.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is famous in Kerala?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kerala is renowned for its ayurvedic heritage. The first Ayurvedic resort in world, Somatheeram, is also located in Kerala.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is unique about Kerala\u2019s backwaters?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The unique geography of Kerala\u2019s backwaters is that the lakes and lagoons run parallel almost along the entire coastline of the state. The majority of the backwaters consist of 5 lakes interconnected by narrow canals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the specialty of Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala is the richest temple and the wealthiest institution of worship across the globe owing to its gold assets and precious stones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the famous food in Kerala?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Known as the spice capital of India, Kerala cuisine is famous for its use of coconut, rice, tapioca and spices in most of its preparation. The famous food in Kerala features a vast variety of seafood such as fish, prawns, lobsters, mussels, and crabs.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>3 0 Kerala &#8211; an enticing state on India\u2019s southern tip that functions more like a pivot that balances the entire nation on its own. 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