Kerala is one of the tiniest States in India and is a narrow coastal strip of land. Flanked by Western Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west, Kerala is very distinct in its character. Its favourable geographic location and exclusive physical features lend it a very rare appeal. Lenghtwise, this state is divided into Eastern Highlands, Central Midlands and Western Lowlands. Each of these regions have their geographical advantages and disadvantages and climatic variations. While investing in Kerala Property, a detailed and in-depth knowledge of these variations will keep you in good stead.
Eastern Highlands amounts to about sixty percent of Kerala falls under the Eastern Highlands. Though climatically this region is the best that Kerala can offer, it has plenty of geographical barriers. Elite hospitals and good schools are less in number and the transportation system is not one of its assets. But the highlands have its share of medium and small towns. One of the biggest towns that fall into this region is Palakkad. Munnar, Punalloor, Kumily, Peerumedu and Kattappana are some of the smaller towns in the Eastern highlands. This region consists of mountainous terrains, deep valleys and massive gorges and numerous waterfalls. Forty four rivers and its numerous tributaries originate from here. If you are looking to have a quiet life or want a place to enjoy your retired life, this is the place for you. Salubrious climate, natural beauty and affordable rates are some of the factors in its favour.
Eastern Highlands amounts to about sixty percent of Kerala falls under the Eastern Highlands. Though climatically this region is the best that Kerala can offer, it has plenty of geographical barriers. Elite hospitals and good schools are less in number and the transportation system is not one of its assets. But the highlands have its share of medium and small towns. One of the biggest towns that fall into this region is Palakkad. Munnar, Punalloor, Kumily, Peerumedu and Kattappana are some of the smaller towns in the Eastern highlands. This region consists of mountainous terrains, deep valleys and massive gorges and numerous waterfalls. Forty four rivers and its numerous tributaries originate from here. If you are looking to have a quiet life or want a place to enjoy your retired life, this is the place for you. Salubrious climate, natural beauty and affordable rates are some of the factors in its favour.
Central Midlands of Kerala is highly recommended and best suited for residential living. It is here that the rivers originating from the Eastern Highlands are perfectly formed andflow slowly. Central Midlands is abundant in medium towns and there is no dearth of modern amenities. Availability of good schools and other educational facilities, ample water supply, uninterrupted electricity, famous places of worship and restaurants give it a good standard of living. This region is well-developed and comparatively costlier than the Eastern Highlands. Trichur, Shornnur, Muvattupuzha, Kottayam, Thiruvalla and Adoor are some of the towns here.
Western Lowlands is a narrow strip along the West Coast. Relatively flat, this region is criss-crossed by a network of canals and rivers. On the western side of this region, lies the Arabian Sea and plenty of beaches such as the Marari and Kovalam. Wide rivers, small islands, big cities, paddy fields and coconut groves are what constitute the Western Lowlands. This region is thickly populated and residents are flocking to this region to settle here. For this reason, the Western Lowlands is the costliest region in Kerala. Big towns like Ernakulam, Aleppey, Quilon and Kannur fall into this region.
Geographically, Kerala is at the centre of the Indian tectonic plate and therefore, experience less seismic activities. This makes Kerala a great dwelling place. Some parts of Northern Kerala is very narrow , with its width as less as 35 kms. In such areas you will get the advantages of all three regions - sea breeze of the lowland, free flowing rivers giving good vegetation of the midlands and the cool breeze of the Western Ghats. Even in wider places there are many towns which are a confluence of all these benefits. A plot in Kerala is always a great choice, but a decision should always be preceded by careful analysis of the geographical location.
