History of Kerala

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Touch the History of God’s own Country – Kerala
Kerala is truly the undiscovered India. It has a long and varied history, but it is not hard to trace history in Kerala. According to legend Kerala arose from the sea, when the sage Parasurama threw his axe northwards into the waves after sitting in penance at Kanyakumari, the waves receded and the land of Kerala came into being. You must be interested in visiting a state which has so little written accounts that it is difficult even for historians to be unanimous on the genesis of God's own country. You could explore the history and attractions of Kerala when you travel to the tourist destinations of Kerala.  

There is a persistent legend which says that Parasuram, the 6th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the Hindu Trinity, stood on a high place in the mountains, threw an axe far in to the sea, and commanded the sea to retreat. And the land that emerged all from the waters became Kerala, the land of plenty and prosperity.

Annals and the distant past of God's Own Country
From a legendary land, renowned for its fragrance spices to a tourist’s paradise are popular for its palm-fringed beaches, backwaters and Ayurveda resorts. Kerala has made its presence known to the world throughout history. Kerala’s history dates back to the Puranic era. Traditional Malayali legend declares that, long ago in the mists of time, Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, threw his battle axe into the sea after slaying the kshatriya dynasty 21 times to expunge their power from earth. The area where the axe landed, from shaft to blade, rose from the sea as the Land of Parasurama or today's Kerala, a land of plethora and prosperity. The history of Kerala is unanimous. Kerala is also a land of artistic people. The variety of arts and crafts in Kerala is very lively and emphasizes a lot on the use of colors. You will find intricate designs and vibrant details on Kerala art and craft. In fact, handicrafts in Kerala are pretty much popular and there is a whole festival dedicated just to handicrafts. Take up historical tours of Kerala to enjoy the various facets of Kerala. 

The Modern History of Kerala - A Journey From The Ground To The Sky
Well connected by air, rail and road and offering an alternative of luxury and budget accommodation, Today Kerala stands tall amidst other busy metropolis of India with a fine penchant for the finer aspects of life. Life here is of course peaceful and perfect, simple and safe. Ayurveda, tea, spice and tones of friendliness, this palm-fringed land of Kerala has indeed become God's own country on the world map. It has ultimately developed into a hundred per cent literate society, with world-class healthcare systems, India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates.