Ecotourism In Kerala

Ecotourism is getting popular all over the world.Known as God's own country,Kerala is considered as a destination for ecotourism,which focuses on sustainable and eco-friendly development of tourism.Rich in biodiversity and unmatched natural attractions make Kerala a center for ecotourism.But a majority of the world is unaware about it.Because of charming beaches,murmering back waters,enchanting greenary,beautiful mountains and valleys,natural habitats of rare species of birds and animals,wild life sanctuaries and national parks,Kerala is considered as a spot of ecotourism.The national geographic traveller has called Kerala as one of the 10 paradises in the world.

Konni Aanathavalam

Kerala,God's Own Country is well known for dense beautiful forests.Wild animals are protected here very carefully.Man's exploitation towards these wild animals became a threat to their existance.So we all are ought to protect them.State government had taken action to protect the threat facing species especially elephants.Konni is renownedas  a good training center for wild elephants in Kerala situated in Pathanamthitta district.Its a major tourist attraction center and attracts a large number of tourists every year.The main attraction at the elephant-training centre at Konni is the huge cages built of wood to protect these elephants. This large wooden cage is mainly known as Aanakoodu and can accommodate three to four elephants at a time.The chief task of the trainers here  is to train baby elephants, which are brought to the training centre after getting separated from its herd, or found wounded and wandering lonely in the forest.Experienced trainers are taking the task to tame the baby elephants.These beautiful creatures especially the baby elephants are a feast to every visitor's eyes especially those of children. 

Sea Food Business In Kerala

Kerala is supposed to be one of the most important coastal states in the country.It played a significant role in contributing to the Indian Sea Food Industry.About 287 seafood exporters are there in Kerala.The major marine products exported from the State include Frozen Shrimp, Prawn, Fish, Cuttle Fish, Squid, Dried items like Shrimp/ Shark Fins, Cuttle Fish bones, Fish Maws, Canned Shrimps, Fish, Lobster, Crab, Clam, Mussel, Squid tubes, Aquarium fishes, Fresh fish, etc.Frozen items like Shrimp, Fish, Cuttle Fish and Squid constitute 90% of marine export from the State. The European Union is the largest export market, accounting to more than 50% of the total marine exports. Through the exporting of seafoods Kerala has achieved a great place in the world map.Sea Food exporting is one of the greatest achievements of Kerala.