'Gen next' fish products launched in Kerala

KCADC, Kerala Coastal area development corporation has launched value added fish products in Kerala under the brand bizzarely called 'Fish maid'.
The products labelled 'gen next' boasts of products like, Fish Burger, Mayo Wrap, Donuts, Munchy Bites, Sandwich, Noodles,  Lollipop, Cheesy Treat, Dumplings, Twister, Cutlet, Kofta, Manchurian,Samosa etc. The menu is interestingly devoid of traditional fish dishes from the region like dried fish chutney, or ready to fry fish fry.

The challenge of fish wastage to the tune of 20-30 per cent of fish catch as trash and spoilage is hereby likely to be turned into an opportunity for value addition, providing employment & adding to the income of fisherfolk

On the other hand the maturity exhibited in coming up with the menu is

Karkidakam the Ramayana month

Ramayana masam

The Malayalam month of karkidakam (July-August) is observed as the Ramayana month in Kerala.On all days of the month the epic is read in traditional homes & other establishments like temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the state.The Ramayana month falls between mid July & August, this year the it starts on the 17th of July & closes on August.

The reading starts on the first day of the month & the book is completely read by the last. As per tradition the reading takes place in the evening.The reciters

KSBB plans botanical garden in Idukki to showcase flora & fauna of the western ghats

Close on the heels of UNESCO's heritage site tag the KSBB Kerala State Biodiversity board (curiously similar in acronym to KSEB, Kerala state electricity board) announces plans to set up a botanical garden in Idukki.

Tea gardens, Munnar

The garden will showcase the abundant flora & fauna in the kerala part of western ghats.This

KTDC goes Hitech

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Tourism department defenitely is proactive & efficient in its functioning atleast compared to the other states in the country. In the past they have come up with some of the best Ad films in the country. Its 'Your Moment is Waiting' film campaign, won multiple awards  including three gold medals awarded by Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).Watch the film by renowned film maker Prakash varma below.

'Now the Tourism Department is planning blue tooth kiosks & mobile functionality in its repertoire of tourist friendly goods.

Short video on the natural beauty of Kerala

Came across this beautiful video shot in Kerala by Venkat Damara on Vimeo.Could not help but post it.a glimpse of all that's beautiful in GOC.take a peak at the link below
http://vimeo.com/17816294

Elephant rejuvenation

In God's own country the ayurvedic rejuvenation therapy at the peak of southwestern monsoon is not the exclusive right of human beings. Hundred of domesticated elephants too are given the refreshing health experience.Major temple administration boards conduct these therapeutic sessions for the elephants they own

UNESCO World Heritage Site tag for 19 sites in Kerala

Hibiscus fencing, Kuttikkanam, Idukki district.

The eco-sensitive Western Ghats along the west coast of India have been included on the coveted list of the World Heritage Sites, at a meeting of the World Heritage Committee held in Russia Sunday evening, 

Of the 39 serial sites that won global recognition for their Outstanding Universal Value, Kerala accounts for the most number of sites at 19, followed by 10 in Karnataka, six in Tamil Nadu, and four in Maharashtra.

The inscribed sites from Kerala include two national parks (Silent Valley and Eravikulam), five wildlife sanctuaries (Shendurney,