India - kerala - where is this state in india and what are the states around this state?

Question

please also state the following.

1. why kerala is called as God's nation ?

2. Rivers and dams.

3. Temples and pilgrimage.

4. Industries

5. Arts and crafts.

6. how this keralites spread all over the world ?

7. how all people are educated in kerala ?

8. the language spoken

9.. other details including people's living, political, etc.,

Answer 1

Kerala (Malayalam: കേരളം, pronounced [Kēraḷam]( listen)) is a state in the south-western part of India. It was created on 1 November 1956, with the passing of the States Reorganization Act bringing together the areas where Malayalam is the dominant language.



The state has an area of 38,863 km2 and is bordered by Karnataka to the north, Tamil Nadu to the south and the east and the Lakshadweep Sea[note] towards the west. Thiruvananthapuram is the capital and largest city of Kerala. Kochi and Kozhikode are other major cities



1. The Kerala Tourism Development Board, a government agency, that conducts and regulates the tourism prospects of Kerala has adopted the brand God's Own Country for its campaigns.



2. Rivers: Periyar, Moggrai, Chittaripuzha, Manjeshwarampura, Upplayar, Shiriyar, Chandragiri, Neeleshwaram, Kariyankode, Kuppam. Kowvayipuzha, Valapattanam, Thalasseri, Peruvambayaru, Ramapurampuzha, Mahe, kuttiyadipuzha, Peruvambayaru, Ramapurampuzha, Kallayipuzha, Chaliyar, Kadalundipuzha, Keecheripuzha, Puzhaikalaru, Thirupuzha, Bhavanipuzha, Bharathapuzha, Karuvannurpuzha, Chalakudy, Muvattupuzha, MeenaChilaru, Manimalayaru, Pamba, Ithikara, Ayiroorpuzha, Vamanapuram, Mamampuram, Killiyar, Achankovilaru, Pallichelaru, Kalladayar, Karamanayaru & Neyyar.



Dams: Walayar Dam, Vazhani Dam, Siruvani Dam, Pothundi Dam, PeechiDam, Parambikulam Dam, Neyyar Dam, Mullaperiyar Dam, Meenkara Dam, Mattupatti Dam, Mangalam Dam, Malampuzha Dam Kundala Dam, Idukki Arch Dam, Chulliyar Dam, Chalakkudy Dam, Banasura Sagar Dam & Kanjhirapuzha Dam



3. Padmanabhaswamy, Guruvayur, Krishna, Vadakkunnathar, Vaidyanatha, Triprayar, Navamukunda, Kumaranallur, Lakshmana Perumal, Tiruvinjikode, ubramanya, Ettumaanoor, Rajarajeswara, Kozhikkode Tali, Vilvamala, Tiruvalla, Chengannur, Sabarimala, Chotranikkara - Bhagawati, Ambalappuzha, Udayanapuram, Vaikom Mahadevar, Kottayam Tirunakkara Mahadeva, Tiruvangad Rama, Sangameswara Koodalmanikyam, Vamanamurthy, Bhagawati temple



4. Coir products, marine products, handloom industry, Khadi and village industry which produce Khadi, fiber, pottery, lime, paper, matches, cane and bamboo.



5. Kathakali is a classical dance form of Kerala characterized by elaborate costume and ritual performances of stories from the epics.



Kalaripayattu is the traditional martial art form of Kerala.



Pooram is the great elephant pageant typical of certain temples in Kerala. Bejewelled tuskers numbering ten to hundred, line up for this exotic spectacle with mahouts sitting atop them. The temple festival is now a popular tourist attraction and many elephant lovers travel to Kerala, India, to see this magnificent sight.



Theyyam is an ancient dance form of Kerala, characterized by its colorful costume and trance like performances, performed only by men.



Mohiniattam or the "dance of the celestial enchantress" is the classical dance form of Kerala, performed by women. It is characterized by graceful movements and facial expressions.



Onam is an important festival in Kerala. Malayalis welcome the mythical King Mahabali with floral decorations and an annual feast on this day. The Onam festival has become a popular attraction and many tourists travel to Kerala, India, during Onam to see the state at its festive best.



The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is held in a backwater off the canal town of Alleppey on the second Saturday of August. Snake boats, rowed by teams of rowers, vie with each other to win the annual prize. This event has become a popular attraction and many tourists travel to Kerala, India, to see the swift snake boats of Alleppey race against each other.



8. Malayalam

Answer 2

Kerala is a state in the south-western part of India.

With the presence of the ever-merciful rain Gods, Kerala offers any tourist, thorough respite from India’s uncanny summer heat and robust crowds,which is why it is called as God's nation.



Kerala has a really long coastline that is dotted with numerous beaches throughout its length, the famous ones among these being Cherai beach, Kollam beach, Kovalam beach, Kozhikode beach, Varkala beach and Alapuzha beach.



The North, South and Central Travencore forms the southern part of Kerala and this region is famous for its temples and churches.



Ayurveda industry and agriculture have also contributed towards the rapid economic development of Kerala,besides other industries..



Groovy Threads, Chinese Ceramics, Brass-Inlay Caskets, Urulis, Teapots, Tin Candle Stands, Bells and Lamps, Keralite Jewellery are the famous Arts and Crafts.



The official language of Kerala is Malayalam.



Kerala offers a slice of Heaven on Earth with its serene landscape, traditional culture, exotic cuisine, wildlife and so much more..

Answer 3

Kerala (Malayalam: കേരളം, pronounced [Kēraḷam]( listen)) is a state in the south-western part of India. It was created on 1 November 1956, with the passing of the States Reorganization Act bringing together the areas where Malayalam is the dominant language.



The state has an area of 38,863 km2 and is bordered by Karnataka to the north, Tamil Nadu to the south and the east and the Lakshadweep Sea towards the west. Thiruvananthapuram is the capital and largest city of Kerala. Kochi and Kozhikode are other major cities.



From as early as 3000 BCE, Kerala had established itself as the major spice trade centre of the world. A 3rd-century-BC rock inscription by emperor Asoka the Great attests to a Keralaputra. Around 1 BC the region was ruled by the Chera Dynasty, which traded with the Greeks, Romans and Arabs. The Tamil Chera dynasty, Ays and the Pandyan Empire were the traditional rulers of Kerala whose patriarchal dynasties ruled until the 14th century. The Cheras collapsed after repeated attacks from the neighboring Chola and Rashtrakuta kingdoms. Feudal Namboothiri Brahmin and Nair city-states subsequently gained control of the region. Contact with Europeans after the arrival of Vasco Da Gama in 1498 gave way to struggles between colonial and native interests. By early 16th century, the Portuguese established their domination. They were defeated by the Dutch in 1663, who in turn were forced out of the land by the British East India Company in 1795, bringing the area under British dominion. After independence, the state of Kerala was created in 1956 from the former state of Travancore-Cochin, the Malabar district of Madras State, and the Kasaragod taluk of Dakshina Kannada.



For full details please go through this ::---

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerala

Answer 4

Kerala is in south east of India. Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are near it. Its called God's own country cuz it has rich natural beauty from rivers to hills, all sorts. Sabrimala and Guruvayur are famous places for pilgrimages for Hindus. Industrial development isnt much cuz due to regular labour strikes. Politics is governed by labour communist parties. The language spoken is malayalam. The general standard of living of Keralites is high as most of them have settled abroad so they send back foreign currency. Kathakali is a famous dance form.

Answer 5

southern tip on the sestern side of india

borders in east tn and north karnataka and west and south sea

spiritual mentality of people

periyaru and amaravathy oparts and so many small rivers and full of lot of back waters

the sabarimalai 18 steps

guruvayur temples

chottanikkara

kodungalur bhagavathi amman temple

kathakali a special famous dance/drama

there willingness to go anywhere and earn

malayalam and urdu in general tamil near palghat and southern end and kannada in calicut/cannanore areas

moonar south wayanad are beautiful tourist spots in fact the entire state is famous for tourism

the first state to become under the rule of comunist in 1962 frequently change between congress and communist and lot of small partys and breakaway/splinter groups muslims are lot in some patches so nris and foreign exchange from gulf countries are a lot lot for hill slopes and forests famous for several trees including the bamboos the ferokh bamboo is very mous palaappalam and chakkapradhaman adai pradhaman tiruvanandhapuram padmanabha swamy temple the famous kovalam beach and lot of rain receiving places in calicut cannanore districts mazhambuzha dam oh i can't forget the entire state.

Answer 6

Trust me, i was once caught wit Traffic Police in Bangalore wit my bike registered in Tamil Nadu. He asked for NOC. But NOC is valid for 6 months oly. Other options are you can pay 1yr Road Tax. Other option is you can jus say that you came for a ride from Kollam to Mangalore to visit a fren or a function. But be carefull to carry other documents (Insurance, Road Tax of Kerala, Emission Certificate, Dl, RC etc)

Answer 7

Rather than answering your all these questions, I will post an address by none other than President Kalam.



"Beautiful minds lead to creativity"



It is always a pleasure to visit this beautiful State of India. Thomas Bracken sometime in the 1880's wrote a poem about New Zealand where that country was referred to as God's own country. I am very happy that this title God's own country which has been used by New Zealanders to describe their own country for more than 120 years, has been adopted by the people of Kerala to describe their own State. With all its natural wealth, beautiful surroundings and enlightened people, Kerala is really and literally God's own country. My hearty congratulations.



Beautiful minds



On the occasion of the conclusion of celebrations of 50 years of Birth of Kerala State, let me extend my greetings to the people of Kerala. Kerala has been a frontrunner in many fields, the object of envy by many and worthy of emulation by all. It is gratifying to recall that Kerala has been a trendsetter not only in education but also in the fields of art and culture and in regard to social and religious harmony. I have personally experienced this when I was fortunate enough to live here for over twenty years working at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre. I learnt a lot during those years from the State and its people and its beautiful waterways, seas and above all, the intensive rain in both monsoons and also music. What is that learning? The learning is: beautiful environment creates beautiful mind; beautiful minds are creative. Creativity, indeed, is the foundation for growth. I am also very happy that the cultural capital of Kerala, the culture indeed is the connectivity of human minds.



Vibrant Kerala



During December 2005, after my address to the Kerala Assembly, I visited nine institutions in different districts of Kerala and interacted with the professionals, farmers, students and the members of medical community. The places of my visit include Kochi, Thrippunithura, Thodupuzha, Parumala, Kayamkulam, Vallikavu, Thiruvananthapuram. In these places, first I greeted the farmers for their success in organic farming and pesticide free farming. What is important there in Thodupuzha is, value addition to cash crops like pine apple fruit and ginger. In healthcare, I was impressed by the special school being run for special children at Thrippunithura and the new 350 bed Ayurveda hospital. The important point we discussed was Ayurveda hospital should aim at bringing out a document giving the diseases uniquely cured by Ayurveda. The college in partnership with the hospital should embark on the systematic development of molecule to drug as is being done in the Allopathic system. The state-of-the-art hospital at Parumala under the leadership of Dr. Cherian is carrying out valuable research in tissue culture for heart valves and is also performing heart operations. It is a hi-tech hospital in a rural setting. It is indeed noteworthy. At Vallikavu, I handed over 500 ready built houses to the tsunami affected people. I saw there compassion with divine blessings flowing all around. At Thiruvananthapuram in the international conference on bio-tech research I suggested that the researchers should examine the possibility of using stem cells for cancer treatment. I also suggested, mapping of the 200 varieties of genetic mutations leading to cancer, which can be beneficial for prescribing the pinpointed treatment to the patients. In essence, the entire visit made me feel that a dynamic situation is flowing all around Kerala touching many walks of life. I was indeed very happy.



Missions for Kerala



I had occasion to visit this State on 28 July, 2005, when I had the opportunity to address the Members of the Kerala Legislative Assembly. I still remember the rapt attention with which the entire Assembly heard me, when I, in all humility, suggested 10 specific missions for the upliftment of the entire economic spectrum of this beautiful State. People and media and the political systems evolved an Action Plan for implementing the missions. In fact, the Government of Kerala last month sent me a detailed action taken report on each of those missions. I am happy about the progress being made and I am sure all the missions will become a reality in a time bound manner.









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