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Kerala is the southernmost region of India and is a favorite touristic destination. The exotic beaches Granit Xhaka Switzerland Jersey , pristine nature, ancient Ayurveda treatments and rich cultural heritage are the main reasons people choose to spend their vacation in Kerala. If you want more from your trip than just sunny beaches and spa treatments, there are numerous historical monuments in Kerala worth visiting. From ancient temples to palaces with an impressive architecture, the monuments of Kerala offer cultural delights Kerala is the southernmost region of India and is a favorite touristic destination. The exotic beaches Gelson Fernandes Switzerland Jersey , pristine nature, ancient Ayurveda treatments and rich cultural heritage are the main reasons people choose to spend their vacation in Kerala. If you want more from your trip than just sunny beaches and spa treatments, there are numerous historical monuments in Kerala worth visiting. From ancient temples to palaces with an impressive architecture, the monuments of Kerala offer cultural delights for history and art enthusiasts.
l Fort Bekal Fort is the biggest fort in Kerala Francois Moubandje Switzerland Jersey , with a long history and strategic significance. The tank with a flight of steps, the magazine for ammunition and the steps leading to the Observation Tower are the most significant features of the Bekal Fort. From the Observatory Tower, you can get ample views of all the major places near Kerala, including Pallikere Fabian Schar Switzerland Jersey , Kanhangad, Bekal and Kottikulam Uduma. The fort had a defensive role, since remarkable evidence of medieval defense technology is present on site.
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atty Palace Bolgatty Palace is located on the Bolgatty Island and is one of the oldest palaces built by the Dutch in India. The building served as the palace of the Dutch governor, and in 1909, it became the residence of the British governors. Nowadays, Bolgatty Palace is a resort operated by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation. The palace's location offers inspiring views of the backwaters. The lounge features historical portraits Denis Zakaria Switzerland Jersey , and the rooms and suites feature a mix of historic ambiance and modern facilities.
. Francis Church St. Francis Church in Cochin is the oldest European church built in India by the Franciscans that accompanied the Portuguese mission of 1500. The patron saint of the church is St. Anthony. The Dutch Protestants took control of the church in 1663, and in the 19th century, the Anglicans rededicated it to St. Francis of Assisi. Nowadays, St. Francis Church Cochin belongs to the Church of South India.
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