Heritage

1. Mattupetty Dam

Munnar

Located near the Anamudi Peak, at a distance of about 13 km from Munnar, this dam features an emerald lake right in the centre.

2. Top Station

Munnar

As the name suggests, it is the highest point in Munnar and is home to the highest railway station in the area.

3. Alleppey Lighthouse

Allepey

One of the oldest such structures of Kerala, Alleppey Lighthouse was also the marker of busiest ports and trade centres in the state.

4. Santa Cruz Basilica

Kochi

The Santa Cruz Basilica, was constructed by the Portuguese in 1505 and is one of the eight Basilicas in India.

5. Mattancherry Palace

Kochi

Also known as the Dutch Palace, Mattancherry Palace was constructed in 1545 by the Portuguese as a present to King Veera Kerala Verma of the Kochi dynasty.

6. Kerala Folklore Museum

Kochi

A museum with a difference, the Kerala Folklore Museum is a place where you can see everything from antiques and sculptures to tribal art and folklore installations.

7. Hill Palace

Kochi

If you want to get a closer look at the lifestyle of the kings and queens, this is the perfect place to visit.

8. Kerala Kalamandalam

Thissur

A flourishing center for the preservation and learning of arts and culture of southern India

9. Banasura Sagar Dam

Wayanand

Banasura Sagar Dam, located on the Banasura foothills and surrounded by greenery, is one of the best places to visit in Wayanad.

10. Bhoothathankettu Dam

Thattekad

This place, located just 10 km from Thattekad in Ernakulam district, is a dam and attracts lots of tourists from nearby areas.

11. Aruvikkara Dam

Kovalam

This is located on the banks of the Karamana River and presents itself as a leisure place for picnics.

12. Valiyathura Pier

Kovalam

The pier is a strong structure that is made at a height of 703 feet and which is supported by 127 tangible tiles.

13. Halcyon Castle

Kovalam

Also known as the Kovalam Castle, this has now been converted into a luxury deluxe hotel.

14. Kuthiramalika (Puthenmalika) Palace Museum

Kovalam

Located adjacent to Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum is the rarest specimen of workmanship.