One of the most sought-after tourist destinations in India, Kerala, now, emerges as a hub of shooting locations. Kerala, commonly regarded as gods own country, includes some spectacular location for filmmakers. Kerala is only state in India where film makers can find some unique locations in the world. The state is located between the sandwich of Arabian Sea and the Western Ghat and blessed with golden tranquil beaches, beautiful creeks, waterfalls, jungles, mountains, rich flora and fauna, majestic historical monuments and holistic shrines. Due to its perfect amalgamation of sight seeing places and historical monuments, Kerala has become major shooting destination for Bollywood, Hollywood and South Indian filmmakers. The exotic location, shot in Hindi movies like Ravan in Athirapally and Vazhachal Waterfall, Nishabda in Munnar, Bombay in Bakel Fort, Kasargod, Dilse in Alapuzha, compelled tourist Department of Kerala to start new tourism project for shooting which is known as 'Movie Spot' Tourism.
Some Major Shooting Places-
Backwaters- Kerala is an ideal home to the 900 km stretches of backwaters which dominated by palm grooves at the bank and paddy fields provides a striking spectacle of the rustic life.
Beaches- Golden sunny pristine beaches are the integral part of Kerala tourism.
Waterfalls- It is home to some of the best waterfalls in the world. Songs of movies like Ravan has been shot in Athirapally and Vazhachal waterfall.
Hills and Tea Plantation- the green paradise on Earth, Kerala is located on the Western Ghat which boasts of some of the most exquisite hill stations of south India. Further gorgeous tea and coffee garden makes it an ideal hub for filmmakers.
Natural Wealth- The state is blessed with some of the remarkable flora and fauna, that is why, it is home to 3 national parks and 12 wildlife sanctuary. Royal Bengal tigers and Elephants are the major mammals found in Kerala.
Historical Monuments- with the remarkable destination for many colonial countries such as Romans, Portuguese, French, Chinese and Arabians, Kerala tour includes some majestic forts and mausoleum for instance Bekal Fort, St.Angelo Fort, Thalasseri Fort and The Fort of Tipu Sulthan are important.
Pilgrimage Centers- the heart of Keralian tourism lies in its unique temples. The state is home to the several pilgrimage destinations. Even some of its religious shrines are 2000 year old and sacred sites include shrines from different religions such as Hinduism, Muslim, Christianity, Jewish, Buddhism, Jainism etc.
Religious festivals and Boat races- Festivals are the celebration of Life and Keralas festivals and culture are vibrant. People of Kerala celebrate many festivals such as Onam, Pongal; Elephant Festival etc. boat races are the major festivals to attract the tourist from all over the world.
