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We might find some food spots that meet our expectations in terms of taste, ambience and service, whereas a few others may not be the best. We build our hopes for finding mouth-watering dishes and authentic preparations. TastySpots gives a curated list of these spots to meet every foodie’s desire to find good food, correct information and right recommendations.

The passionate team behind TastySpots shares common dreams about business, technology, travel and above all, food. Each one is an entrepreneur with an expertise in a domain that they head within TastySpots. TastySpots proves to be a flavorful mix of all these ideas and talented insights. It takes pride in collecting, filtering and organizing the world’s diverse tastes and food experiences and delivers them on demand in as much detail as possible.

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A committment to earth ! [Doorways to Nature, Community & Ecology ]

CGH Earth (formerly known as Casino Group of Hotels) develops 

and operates travel experiences in multiple locations. A family 

owned enterprise, we opened doors in 1954 with Casino Hotel in 

Willingdon Island, Cochin.

What began as a small hotel catering to the Port's visitors, has 

evolved into a large experiment in a form of tourism that's 

immersive, yet respectful of nature and local ethos. Today, the 

group's hotels include Bangaram Island Resort in Lakshadweep, 

Spice Village in Thekkady, Coconut Lagoon in Kumarakom, Spice 

Coast Cruises on the Vembanad Lake, Marari Beach in 

Mararikulam, Brunton Boatyard and Chittoor Kottaram in 

Cochin, Maison Perumal in Pondicherry, Visalam in Chettinad, 

SwaSwara in Gokarna and  Kalari Kovilakom in Kollengode. 

We've made our roads as we've walked upon them, introducing 

ideas and practices that, we're happy to say, have now been 

widely adopted. Yet, the experiment continues apace, as does 

the search for new harmonies.  So welcome to our world. And 

enjoy your stay.FOR MORE DETAILS CLICK HERE 

CGH Earth 

Casino Building 

Willingdon Island, 

Cochin, Kerala, India - 682 003 

Tel: 91-484-3011711, 3011712 

Email : contact@cghearth.com 

MAGIC KITCHEN – KERALEEYA SADYA - A COMPLETE CD ROM ABOUT KERALA DISH

MAGIC KITCHEN – KERALEEYA SADYA

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Magic Kitchen with Lakshmi Nair - Keraleeya 

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The DVD contains videos on 14 recipes of 

Keraleeya Sadya which impart a well 

information on how to cook authentic Keraleeya 

Sadya. At the first sight of the DVD, one can 

become expert or amateur on Keraleeya Sadya 

say, from Inchi curry to Pradhaman. 32 pages of 

English / Malayalam Recipe Book FREE with 

this DVD. For more details and need to buy 

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Irinjalakudas [Thrissur Dt. ] Cultural History !!

The ancient archive up to the 15th Century brings a historical light that brighten the dark corners of the origin of the name – Irinjalakuda. It transparently points out that ‘Irinjalikoodal’ was the old name of Irinjalakuda. ‘Koodal’ simply means merge together, merging of two rivers. The golden rays of history brighten the murky depths and the disappeared routes of rivers.

According to the documents, two streams that start, one from Kurumalipuzha and the other from koodapuzha, that belongs to Chalakudypuzha, and move through Konthipulam at North whereas, the other one through Velukara at South. Then these two streams merge together in the West. So it shows that Irinjalakuda may have gradually developed, from ‘Irinjalikoodal’, which derived from ‘Irangikoodal’, means – merge together. At present there is no river in Irinjalakuda, but the myth of river.

Irinjalakuda was the rather important and prominent village among all other villages, which is believed that created by Parasuraman. It was promoted as Municipality in 1936, which has been in the zenith of cultural and social movements of kerala. History says, Irinjalakuda was the first blessed village in the region with a bus service (during the Kochi dynasty) where the horse carts had been used for extensive travelling.
Look…….

When roaming through the heart of Irinjalakuda we can see that the bus stand surroundings which act as the centre point. Let’s start from bus stand and move to west. If you look straight ahead, there you can see and enjoy the classical façade of old and renowned temple – Koodalmanikyam. Have you noticed a shopping complex just before on the right side of the temple?
There was an old ‘Tharavadu’ (Ancestral House) and in front of it there was an aged and weak but loving and soothing mango tree extending its branches and giving shade and shelter. It is ‘Paliyam’, the home of P.Jayachandran, one of the blessed and well-known Indian Playback Singers. Haven’t you seen a walled pool just on the left side of the temple? Yes! This is the famous ‘Kuttamkulam’.
If you look from the north gate of the temple, you can see the ‘Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam’. Okey, now you can have recollection of Unnayi Warrier. It is believed that ‘Kalanilayam’ situated on the same spot, where once upon a time, ‘the Purathara’ stood rather proudly. Have you ever experienced ‘Koodalmanikyam’ temple festival? People celebrate the festival with zest and zeal that continues for 10 days. It is the last temple festival in the Kerala, which gives a great enthusiasm in classical programs like Kadhakali, Ottanthullal, Koothu, and Koodiyattam and so on.
If you move to the north, before the temple, you can reach at ‘Mahatma Gandhi Library’ which is the oldest library in Irinjalakuda. In fact ‘Victoria Jubilee Memorial Library’ was named after Mahatma Gandhi. From here you can go to Pathmasree Ammanur Madhava Chakyar’s residence.

Just nearby, there is the “Natanakairaly” ,the residence of Venuji a research prodigy, a folklorist, who preserves the traditional and cultural programs like Pavakoothu, Pavakathakali and so on for the next generation. ‘Lilly Garden ‘ is next to this , the residence of Puthur Aachutha menon, a shining star in Kerala politics.

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Thrissur District Information

Thrissur is known as the cultural capital of Kerala, and the land of Poorams. The district is famous for its ancient temples, churches, and mosques. Thrissur Pooram is the most colourful and spectacular temple festival in Kerala. Some renowned shrines like Guruvayur temple, and Vadakkunnathan temple are situated in this district. Population is a mix of traditionally rich and the neo-rich. Kodungallur, the capital of the erstwhile Chera Empire, is a region of great archeological and historical significance.

Profile

Area: 3032 sq km, Population: 29,75,440, Literacy:92.56%

Local Bodies

Taluks: Chavakkad, Kodungallur, kukundapurm, Thalappally, Thrissur

Blocks: Mathilakam, Kodungallur, Chavakkad, Mala, Irinjalakkuda, Puzhakkal, Anthikkadu, Cherpu, Pazhayannur, Mullassery, Chalakkudy, Wadakkanchery, Ollukkara, Kodakara, Vellangallur, Cowannur, Talikulam

Corporation: Thrissur

Municipality: Chalakkudi, Irinjalakkuda, Kunnamkulam, Guruvayur, Chavakkad, 

                        Kodungallur

Constituencies

Parliament: Thrissur, Chalakkudy, Alathur

Assembly: Chelakkara, Kunnamkulam, Guruvayur, Manalur, Wadakkanchery, Ollur, Thrissur, Nattika, Kaipamangalam, Iringalakkuda, Pudukkad, Chalakkudy, Kodungallur

Rivers

Periyar, Chalakkudy, Karuvannur, Kurumali, bharathappuzha

Culture and Education

Thrissur houses the Kerala Kalamandalam, the Kerala Sahitya Academy, the Kerala Lalitakala Academy and the Kerala Sangeeta Nataka Academy.

Tourist Places

Athirapilly Water Falls (63 km from Thrissur City), Vazhachal near Athirapilly. Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary (23 km from city) It is the largest elephant park in the world, with over 60 elephants. Peechi Dam (20 km from city), Kerala Kalamandalam (30 km) It is in Cheruthuruthy and was founded by the Poet Sri. Vallathol Narayana Menon, to encourage the study of the ancient arts of Kerala such as Kathakali and Mohiniyattom. Zoo.

Travel

Air: Nedumapassery international airport (58 km away from the city)

Rail: Thrissur city is well connected and serviced by rail to all major cities in India. The main railway stations areThrissur, Guruvayur and Shoranur. Click on station name for railway time table.

Road: 

Kanyakumari – Salem: Ernakulam – Aluva, Chalakkudi, Thrissur, Palakkad (NH7)

Managalore – Ernakulam: Chavakkad, Kodungallur(NH17)

Road Distance to major places in kilometers:

Mangalore 372 , Kozhikode 143, Palakkad 80, Ernakulam 80, Thiruvanathapuram 303, Kanyakumari 371, Munnar 146, Kodaikanal 223(via munnar), Ooty 200 (via Coimbatore)

Wayanad Tourism - The Virgin Land !!

Wayanad is one of the fourteen districts in Kerala and lies between the Kannur and Kozhikode districts. It is a very famous tourist destination primarily because of its location. Situated among the lush green mountains of the Western Ghats, the natural beauty of Wayanad is still in its pristine form.The place has a striking beauty that is a treat for sore eyes. It is little wonder then that tourists from far and wide travel each year to Wayanad. The place also sees plenty of corporate crowd coming for a weekend break to relax and rejuvenate themselves. In fact, Wayanad is the ideal place to search for peace and satisfaction that is otherwise missing from our day-to-day lives.

The Beginnings

Wayanad got a place in the map of India on 1st November 1980 after it was established as the 12th district in Kerala. Earlier, the place was known as Mayakshetra that meant Maya’s Land. Mayakshetra came to be known as Mayanad that thereafter became Wayanad.

Tourist places in Wayanad

Edakkal Caves, Meenmutty Falls and Pookot Lake are a few of the best places to visit in Wayanad.

According to a local legend the name of the place is derived from two words, ‘Vayal’ and ‘Naad’. When the two words are combined it means the ‘Land of Paddy Fields’.

Wayanad stands on the majestic Western Ghats that are awe-inspiring especially during the monsoons. The rains wash away the dust from the leaves giving the entire place an ethereal quality. The Ghats remind one of a large sparkling emerald. You can weave your own fairy-tale around the place!

Archaeological evidences have shown that Wayanad was in existence even three thousand years ago. The forests had the wildlife as well as the human life existing in peaceful harmony. The place was hustling and bustling with life even ten centuries before the birth of Christ. Various evidences including engravings and carvings support this claim. Hence, over the centuries Wayanad has acquired a rich cultural history.

The place has been a witness to the invasion carried out by Hyder Ali in the eighteenth century. Later, the place was ruled by the royal family of Kottayam. Then the place was ruled by the British for over 100 years. It was during the rule of the British that tea and coffee plantations were started in Wayanad.

The British also built roads in and around Wayanad to make it easily accessible. This helped bring in a large influx of settlers to the town. Wayanad proved to be a dream come true for the people who had come to the place looking for new and better opportunities.

The Hidden Treasures of Wayanad

The lush green hills of Wayanad have hidden well some of the oldest tribes of our country. These tribes have no interest in getting streamlined with the outer world; they wish to remain one with the nature always. And it is not difficult to blame them. Once you have seen the sparkling emerald that is Wayanad you wouldn’t want to stay away from the place.

Wayanad has also been the center of archeological interest ever since prehistoric carvings were found in the nearby lying caves. The engravings are a proof that Wayanad was a flourishing town even during the Mesolithic Ages.

Today, the place boasts of beautiful scenery, of gentle rolling hills, of sub-tropical savannah’s, of aromatic plantations, of thick forests and a rich cultural past. However, Wayanad has eagerly welcomed the modern as well with open arms.

Nestled in the forests are luxury resorts offering Ayurvedic massages and relaxing spas for the tired travelers looking at rejuvenating their minds as well as their bodies. So, it can be safely said that Wayanad is a place where the traditional easily confluences with the modern offering everyone a once-in-a-lifetime experience. 

(courtesy:http://www.nativeplanet.com/wayanad)

Palmy Lake resort in Alleppey !!

Palmy Lake Resort is located in the heart of Alleppye city and is only 2.5 km from Alleppey Bus Station and Boat Jetty. It comprises of cottages made in the traditional style of Kerala using bamboos, coconut leaves, and palm sticks as well as those made with bricks.

The cottages are designed for maximum comfort and are ideal place for those who love a peaceful stay by the side of backwaters. Cottages are airy, cool and well furnished.

Palmy Lake resort also provides well furnished rooms near the cottages for those who opt still a cheaper but homely stay as paying guests. 

Palmy Lake Resort comprises of cottages made in the traditional style of Kerala using bamboos, coconut leaves, and palm sticks as well as those made with bricks. The cottages are designed for maximum comfort and are ideal place for those who love a peaceful stay by the side of backwaters. Cottages are airy, cool and well furnished. Palmy Lake resort also provides well furnished rooms near the cottages for those who opt still a cheaper but homely stay as paying guests. Palmy Lake Resort added an annexe called "Palmy Residency" comprising of six  double rooms near Matha Foot Bbridge (about 3 minutes walk from Bus Station and Boat Jetty ) in a quiet residential area of Alappuzha town. fof more information click here