New Delhi: Kerala is bordered by Karnataka to the north and north east, Tamil Nadu to the east and south, and the Lakshadweep Sea to the west and is spread over 38,863 sq km.As per the 2011 census, Kerala is the twelfth largest state by population and is divided into 14 districts.Malayalam is the most widely spoken and official language of the state. Thiruvananthapuram is the state capital and major cities include Thrissur, Kochi, Kozhikode and Kollam.Watch in pics beautiful places to visit in Kerala.1. Munnar ( Tea Gardens) - With cool climate, it is a beautiful and tranquil hill station. The surrounding region is renowned for its sprawling tea plantations.2. Kerala Backwaters, Alappuzha- This emerald watery paradise is a definite highlight of Kerala.3. Fort Cochin- It is also known the Gateway to Kerala. 4. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - It is a wonderful place to take jeep, boat or hiking trips to spot monkeys, elephants, tiger etc.5. Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom - It is huge lake and one can spend endless hours on boats. House boats are available.6. Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, Kochi - It is the most important Temple among the 393 shrines spread over 3 Districts of Kerala.7. Wonderla Amusement Park, Kochi- One can enjoy the water splash here8. Chembra Peak, Kalpetta - It is the highest peak in Wayanad. One can do trekking here and the heart shaped lake on the way to the top of the peak is a major tourist attraction. 9. Guruvayur Temple, Guruvayur - It is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Krishna (an avatar of the god Vishnu).10. Athirappilly Waterfalls, Thrissur - It is falling from a height of 80 feet, this is one of the largest waterfalls in the state.11. Varkala Beach, Varkala - It also known as Papanasam beach. The word Papanasam means wash away sins. It is believed that a dip in the waters of Papanasam Beach washes away all the sins in one's life.12. St. Mary's Forane Church, Alappuzha13. Kauthuka Park, Chalakudy 14. Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, Kannur - It is one of the important tourist attraction in the district of Kannur15. Padmanabhapuram Palace, Trivandrum - It is a magnificent wooden palace of the 16th century.16. Marari Beach, Alappuzha 17. Folklore Museum, Kochi 18. Poovar Island, Trivandrum19. Agastya Mala, Trivandrum20. Lakkidi View Point, Kalpetta
