Simple Way of Life

Traditional and Authentic Kerala Ayurveda – harmony of body, mind and soul

arun — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 06:08:46 +0000

Originated 2500 years ago in India Ayurveda is pristine, the science of life and longevity, is the oldest health care system in the world. He was followed by the Dravidians and the Aryans and combines profound knowledge of medicine and philosophy. Since that time, Ayurveda is a symbol of holistic physical, mental and spiritual growth of humanity around the world. Today it is a unique and indispensable branch of medicine a perfect naturalistic system in which the diagnosis of body fluids – vata, pitta and kapha – the right balance is to be achieved.

Kerala, the land of Ayurveda

Kerala Ayurveda has an unbroken tradition that has survived numerous invasions and incursions by foreigners and locals alike. For centuries, Ayurveda Vaidyas (Ayurvedic practitioner) were almost the only ones who could turn the population in Kerala, when they sought a cure for diseases of all kinds. From the legendary eight-Vaidya families (Ashta Vaidyas) and their successors, the entire state was for centuries medical care. Unlike in the other Indian states, Kerala Ayurveda has not the status of alternative medicine, but is the main direction. In fact, Kerala is now the only state in India where this system of medicine is practiced with absolute dedication.

Since they were the only contact for treatments for the people who Vaidyars of Kerala were challenged to interpret the theories of Ayurveda and they actively transform to efficient treatment systems for daily life. Therefore, almost all of today’s procedures and protocols of Ayurveda in Kerala and to have arisen.

The Blessings of Nature

Its moderate climate, the natural forest wealth and the cool monsoon season are the best conditions for the healing and restorative Ayurvedic packages. Kerala is perhaps one of the few areas in the world, where for a time constant with constant rain, a temperature of 24-28 degrees. Due to this excess moisture in the air and on the skin surface, it is the ideal place for all types of natural medicine that can bring their capabilities to the full. The country is also blessed with numerous medicinal plants and provides the continuity and stability of Ayurvedic medicine, which are necessary for effective treatment. Every year and every season the same herbs are available with the same effectiveness. In comparison to other areas with a soil composition, the intensity and power of many Ayurvedic remedies are amplified by the high alkaloid content of the soil.

The benefits of Ayurveda in Kerala

Ashtangahridayam which put together by the great Vagbata practical and user-friendly interpretation of Ayurveda is probably nowhere in the world used so extensively as in Kerala. The Vaidyars of Kerala know really well in this latest interpretation of Ayurveda which is considered by many experts as an advance over the earlier pioneers of Ayurvedic Samhitas Charaka and Susruta. In Kerala, the Kashaya Chikitsa (treatment with mixtures) has become a standardized protocol with hundreds of Kashayams that are classified scientifically and divided according to the different requirements of the treatment. The Vaidyars of Kerala were the first, who specialized in the antioxidant properties of Abayangam, leading to an abundance of Kizhis. The world’s largest number of Ayurvedic colleges and-practitioners has led to Ayurveda in Kerala has long been scientifically researched.

Ayurveda as a lifestyle

Kerala Ayurveda is not just a health care system, but it is part of every aspect of life, yes, he is in Kerala as it were a lifestyle. Paralyzed walk again, the terminally ill be healthy, etc. – these miracles happen even today, are the reason for the respect and reverence that are held for the Vaidyars of Kerala.

Erandia Marari is one of the forerunners in providing authentic ayurvedic treatment in Kerala. The resort is being visited mostly by europeans who usually takes 1 week to 3 weeks ayurvedic package. To know more about Erandia Marari visit the website www.erandiamarari.com. ERANDIA Marari Ayurveda Beach Resort is located on the beautiful palm-fringed beaches of the South Indian state of Kerala. Here tourists can enjoy authentic Ayurveda treatments under medical care. This leaves plenty of room for the guests themselves – there are only 13 rooms in the design mix of western and Indian Minimalism

Rasayana Chikitsa – Ayurvedic Treatments : Refreshes the skin regenerates and strengthens all tissues, thus achieving perfect health and longevity. Increases ‘Ojas’ (primary vitality) and improves ‘Sattva’ (mental clarity) and thereby increases the resistance of the body. Includes head and face massage with medicated oils and creams, body massage with herbal oil or powder by hand and foot, inwardly tapering medications and medicated steam bath. Herbal baths are also used.

Body immunization and longevity treatment (Kalkalpa Chikitsa):

This is an excellent treatment that delays the aging process, blocked the degeneration of body cells and immunized the system. This includes the recording of Rasayana (special Ayurvedic medicines and diet) and comprehensive body care programs. The treatment is most effective for both sexes under 50.

Sweating (Sweda Karma):

A medicated steam bath cleanses the body of impurities, improves skin tone, reduces fat and is for certain rheumatic diseases, particularly for pain relief, recommended. Precious herbs and herbal leaves are boiled and the body flows around a day for 10 to 20 minutes of steam. Improve hand massages with herbal oils or herbal powders blood circulation and strengthen muscles.

Slimming:

Medicated herbal powder and herbal oil massages, an Ayurvedic diet of herbal juices etc. are part of the program.

Beauty:

Herbal face packs, herbal oil massage, intake of herbal tea etc., improve the complexion and beautify the body.

Mental and physical well-being (meditation and yoga). Mental and physical exercises to isolate the ego from the body and mind – with the intention of raising eight levels of training based on their concentration, improve health and achieve peace of mind: 1 Disciplined behavior (yama) 2 Self-purification (niyama) 3 Postures such as the lotus posture (asana) 4 Control of breathing (pranayama) 5 Control of the senses (pratyahara) 6 Thoughts on a selected object fix (dharana) 7 Meditation (dhyana) and 8 Samadhi – a state of being where you experience absolute tranquility and well-being.

Overall Fitness (Panchakarma Treatment)

A five-fold treatment for mental and physical well-being – brings the body, organs, mind, breath, nerves and purifies the blood line.

Therapeutic Treatments

Treatment of chronic headaches, insomnia, mental tension and hysteria, hallucination and insanity. (Dhara)

Vegetable oils, medicated milk or buttermilk and decoctions are poured on the forehead in a special way, or the entire body. Variations affect close Oordhwanga Dhara (good for diseases of the eyes, ears and skin), Takra Dhara (for those suffering from memory loss, severe headache or insanity) and Sarvanga Dhara (for head and body).

Treatment for the relief of osteoarthritis, leukemia etc. (Snehapanam):
Medical Ghee is for certain periods, in a gradually increased quantity, given internally.

Treatment for dry nose, mouth and throat, severe headaches, facial paralysis and burning sensation in the head. (Sirovasthi):
Lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a leather cap and placed on medical recommendation, for certain periods on the head.

Treatment of spondylosis, rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, nervous weakness and nervous disorders. (Pizhichil):
Trained massage therapists put in a rhythmic manner, dipped in lukewarm herbal oils, fresh linens throughout the body. This treatment is within 7 to 21 days, running daily for a period of 1 to 1.5 hours.

Treatment of diseases like hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity and certain rheumatic ailments. (Udvarthanam):
Therapeutic massage with herbal powders.

Treatment of musculoskeletal disorders due to trauma or accidents. (Marma Chikitsa):
Treatment on the extremely sensitive vital points of the body works (the 107 Marma).

Treatment of nasal disorders. (Nasyam):
Inhalation of drug-containing herbal preparations, boiled oils, ghee etc. to eliminate pathogenic factors from the head and neck area.

Treatment of hearing disorders. (Karnapooranam):
Medical oils daily for 5 to 10 minutes, for cleaning and for the treatment of certain diseases, applied in the ear.

Prevention of cataract and strengthening vision. (Tharpanam):
A treatment for the eyes effective in preventing cataract and strengthening the optic nerve.

Treatment for muscle tear, rheumatism, sports injuries, joint pain, emaciation of the body or parts of the body and certain skin diseases. (Njavarakizhi)
The whole body by the external application of medical rice packs that are bound in the form of boluses in muslin bags, brought to the sweating.

** Please note:

The ayurvedic doctor at Erandia Marari will create an investigation of your health for individual program.

Brief treatments for minor ailments such as back pain, muscle pain, etc. with herbal steam bath, spinning bath and therapeutic massages are applied only on doctor’s advice.

Women get massages and other health programs by female staff.

Some of the programs are not suitable for very old, very young (under 7) and elderly people, as well as cardiac patients and pregnant women.

Tell your doctor in advance about a possible medical history with heart problems, blood pressure, blood sugar, chronic skin diseases or asthma.

Pre-registration is recommended.

Similar Posts:

Popular Tags

One of the most visited Ayurvedic Beach Resort by Europeans in Kerala, India

arun — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 11:22:41 +0000

Set amidst tropical nature at Marari beach and close to the backwaters is the small Ayurveda hotel Erandia Marari Beach Resort. The hotel with only 13 rooms was opened in November 2012 new and appreciates the fact that the Ayurvedic treatments are done in the traditional Indian style. Between your Ayurvedic treatments and yoga classes you can thoroughly relax in a hammock or on long walks on the beach – a nice blend of Ayurveda and holiday under palm trees.

Airport, Cochin / Kerala. about 73 km, journey time about 90 minutes.

Time difference: GMT + 3.5 hours (DST) and 4.5 hours (winter time)

Location: Situated on the sandy beach near Alleppey Marari.

Hotel pool, reception, library, internet corner in the lobby, laundry, yoga platform on the sea, shop.

On the beach : Beach umbrellas and beach towels.

Rooms: The hotel has five bungalows, each with two spacious bedrooms and a bungalow with three bedrooms. All rooms have a living area of 45 m². The bungalows are all on the beach and have a large, covered patio, which can be closed completely on demand. A balcony door can be open to the terrace overlooking the ocean. So you can connect your room with terrace and decide for yourself whether you prefer a little more privacy and a little more space to the outside. For the purposes of your Ayurveda treatment, the rooms are no televisions or via Wi-Fi. The roof over the bathroom can be opened via the shower and you can thus directly showering under the stars. The rooms are designed so that a natural air circulation occurs, the air conditioning does not necessary.

The two superior rooms vary from the deluxe rooms is that the pool is approximately twice as wide laterally, otherwise they have the same amenities.

Restaurant: The beach restaurant is built in the traditional Indian style with a roof made of elephant grass and offers a wonderful view of the sea. Generally vegetarian food is served, on request, by appointment and dosha type you will be prepared once a week fish. Ayurveda guests get to them personally prepared meals that can be adapted with the advice of the doctors on you.

Ayurveda: Ayurveda Ashram consists of several treatment rooms, which are traditionally designed and built from natural materials. Two Ayurvedic doctors, who come from families with a long tradition of Ayurveda, as well as eight therapists look after you during your treatment. At the initial examination, your doctor’s treatment plan is established. Meals, Ayurvedic treatments and medications are tailored to you. For relaxation, the ashram also a regeneration zone is available, where you get your treatments after one treatment. ” During the 30 – 45 minute rest period will be tailored to your individual packages granted and treated any pain. Depending on the dosha type also an herbal blend is individually tailored for you that you finally take a shower. Yoga on the platform that overlooks the sea, is offered twice daily yoga classes.

Ayurveda offer: regeneration, weight reduction and cleansing treatments. Burnout and stress treatments, cures for back problems, arthritis and migraine.

Language: English, German

Special features: In Marari Erandia Ayurveda Beach Resort you are pampered in particular. After the regular Ayurvedic treatment a lot of emphasis is placed on ensuring that you relax. It will be administered to you tailored packages and herbal shower specifically to your dosha type is provided to you. The hotel also offers the option instead of just the regular yoga classes in the morning, twice a day to participate in the yoga classes.Similar Posts:

Popular Tags

Ayurvedic Health Treatments and Beach Resort Holidays in Erandia Marari, Kerala

arun — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 11:05:22 +0000

A small boutique hotel situated on one of the most beautiful beaches of Kerala, and with a lot of attention to detail – the Erandia is the new star in heaven Ayurveda. They fly to Cochin and enjoy perhaps before your treatment even the enchanting charm of this old colonial city and port. And then you come after one hour transfer to one of the most beautiful fishing tear Kerala: blue sky and white sand, fishing, waiting in front of their colorful boats out again in the evening to go out. And some former fishermen’s cottages, which now accommodate 13 beautiful and elegant rooms, all. Overlooking the Arabian Ocean

Ayurveda

In the small Ayurvedic Resort enjoy the individual attention by doctors and therapists. The Erandia offers comprehensive Panchakarma which include both elements of a rejuvenation and a Renigungskur. Two experienced Ayurveda doctors and 10 therapists take care of your well-being. The Erandia specializes in the healing of burn-out pathologies, arthritis and osteoarthritis, weight loss, back pain and migraines. The Ayurveda Centre is held as an ashram, authentic and reduced to the essentials. Here, too, surprised the views of lovely details like the dosha specifc showers and relaxation room where you can relax after your treatment with a cup of herbal tea.

Accomodation

The combining Western and Indian style minimalism elements – that are directly caused by the beach 6 beautiful bungalows. Convince both the interior design and the many lovely details: the special blind doors teak adapt to your mood – you retreat to your heart or open wide the doors to the world. Anything is possible. The bright colors of the cushions are in a vibrant contrast to the dark floors and white walls. The deluxe rooms are grouped in pairs while the Superior solitary stand. With 24 square meters living space all rooms are spacious. In semi-open bathrooms enjoy western luxury with toilet, shower and generous storage space. You do not need air conditioning, all rooms are equipped with a natural ventilation system.

In semi-open restaurant, insert your feet into the warm sand – what a liberating feeling. With views of the Arabian ocean enjoy a light and fresh Ayurvedic cooking. All guests will receive a specially prepared ayurvedic diet that was individually after consultation with the doctors.

The Erandia is a place of retreat and renewal – the renunciation of television, radio and alcohol is, of course. Listen to the waves of the Arabian Ocean, which is here in Erandia close – protected behind a low wall made of solid stone. They swim in the spacious pool and find peace with yoga and meditation, take long walks on the beach or perhaps a houseboat tour through the nearby backwater. In the evening you see the sun sink into the sea crimson.Similar Posts:

Popular Tags

An Ayurvedic Resorts in Marari Beach of Alleppey, Kerala

arun — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 10:40:54 +0000

Opened at one of the most beautiful palm trees and sandy shores in the southern Indian state of Kerala on 18 November, a small, elegant hotel Ayurveda. The Erandia Marari Ayurveda Beach Resort is located on the long Marari beach, a few kilometers from Alleppey, the gateway to the famous backwaters. Only six modern bungalows that house a total of 13 rooms, guarantee plenty of room for relaxation and especially intensive care during the Ayurveda cure.

His bare feet in the sand – what a liberating feeling. The Marari Erandia Ayurveda Beach Resort invites those seeking relaxation, and feel themselves again in a moment more, and this. Amidst tropical nature and special ambience It is the claim of the German owner pair that Ayurveda is here applied to the holistic and traditional principles of ancient Indian art of healing. So the Ayurveda Ashram is headed by two experienced Ayurvedic physicians, both come from families with a long medical tradition. Based on a comprehensive examination they create a personal treatment plan to detoxify through personalized medicine applications and the body to strengthen the immune system and cure any diseases. All Kurenden receive specially prepared ayurvedic meals for them as directed by the doctors.

Since there are only 13 rooms, are both doctors and the ten therapists, as well as all other employees deal with daily devotion to the Ayurvedic vacationers. The architecture of the six bungalows combines minimalism with western Indian styles. A special feature is the flexible space size by specially designed shutter doors made of teak. Depending on the mood, guests can connect their living room and the large covered terrace to the outside or enjoy a wide open sea. The resort also includes the Ayurveda ashram with treatment rooms and relaxation area, directly on the seaside retreat for yoga and meditation, a beach restaurant in the sand, an infinity pool and lots of hammocks that invite you to daydream.

Erandia Marari is a place of retreat and renewal. TV, radio or alcohol are nowhere. Guests should not miss, however, a houseboat tour through the nearby backwaters. The framed by palm trees and rice paddies network of waterways and lakes is one of the highlights of Kerala tour. ErandiaMarari.com is the official website of the ayurvedic resort.

Price: One night with Ayurveda costs 130 Euro per person in a double room. Included are Ayurvedic full board, medical consultations, treatments, medicine, yoga and meditation, as well as airport transfers. Erandia Marari recommends a minimum stay of one week. With health problems three weeks are reasonable. Kochi International Airport is located about an hour’s drive away.Similar Posts:

Popular Tags

Some basic Information about the Kerala State and Tourism Possibilities

arun — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:40:50 +0000

Kerala a, state in southwestern India on the Malabar Coast. The official language is Malayalam, using a separate script. The largest city in kerala is Kochi / Cochin, the capital – Thiruvananthapuram / Trivandrum.

Kerala is one of the most densely populated regions of India. With the average life of the inhabitants of at 73 years and 19% share of illiterate people in the society, Kerala is one of the states with the highest levels of health and education. Several state religion – mostly orthodox Hindus in their bans access to many temples, a quarter of the population are Christians of Malabar church supposedly derived from the Thomas the Apostle and the Muslims who arrived here in the seventh century with the Arab merchants. In addition, living in Kerala for centuries the Jewish diaspora (from the sixteenth-century synagogue in Kochi). Stan was in the past been affected by colonization by the British, Dutch and Portuguese. The state is famous for its lavish world of organized religious and cultural festivals. Known for the martial arts practiced today payattu kalari, keralskiego tejjam ritual dance, classical theater of Kathakali religious references, Sanskrit drama kutiyattam and Ayurvedic therapies. On the other hand, a large involvement in the Communist power.
State name comes from the words kera (coconut palm) and alam (country).

This state borders Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to the east and north-east, the west and south it borders the Indian Ocean, on its territory is also Mahé – coastal exclave union territory Puducherry, a former French colony. Is also close to the Lakshadweep archipelago. Malabar Coast length – 590 km. Densely forested northern Western Ghats rises on average to a height of 1500 m above sea level Anamudi the highest peak (2695 m) on the west mountain pass in a landscape of hills, and then in the fertile plain of the Arabian Sea. Between the cities of Cochin and Kollam belt extends canals, lakes and lagoons (called Backwaters). South of Cochin is the largest reservoir of water – lake Vembanad. In most of the water flowing from Western ghats. The largest river – Periyar.

Tropical climate with small temperature variations, depending on the monsoons. South-west monsoon usually arrives in Kerala in early June and the rain brought by last October. The amount of rainfall – 1250 mm in the lowlands and 5000 mm in the mountains. Most of them falls on monsoon season. From October to May rainfall low, but humidity still high.

The basis of the state of the economy is agriculture. Crops are about 600 species of rice are also important crops such as coconut palms, tea, rubber and spices – pepper, vanilla and cinnamon. It produces copra. Importance to fisheries. A share of the economy are also industry and tourism. Kerala tours offered by Indian Tour Planners, which you can find it in the page www.indiantourplanners.com/kerala.php has got some handpicked tour packages to be in kerala. The state is one of the most visited state in India especially by travellers from around the world as well as from other states in India. Details information about the kerala tourism super brand in the webiste www.keraltourism.org

Kerala has the lowest infant mortality rate and the highest number of literate in India (91%). Compared to the violation of India’s demographic balance in Kerala – with more women than men. Despite the reforms of the 60s many Keralites working as guest workers in the Middle East by sending money to your family in Kerala. These amounts are an important part of the revenue of Kerala.

Kerala is a state of generally peaceful coexistence of several religions. Its inhabitants profess Hinduism (56.2%), Islam (24.7%), Christianity (19%) and Judaism and other religions (0.1%) [2].The most important centers of Hinduism: Chottanikkara near Kochi with pilgrims seeking exorcism Brahmin temple in Sri Padmanabhaswami in Thiruvananthapuram, Wadakkunatha temple (worship of Shiva) in Thrissur, (Trichur). It is believed that 50 the N.E. evangelization through St. Thomas on this land appeared Christians. St. George, the patron of saving against snakebites here has great respect not only for Christians. At the root of settling Jews there are Muslims and Hindu rulers decide who to give the land to Muslims and Jews have contributed to the rise in Kondungallurze oldest mosque in India and in Kerala in the sixteenth century Jewish synagogue built by the community, which found refuge here from persecution Portuguese.

Legend has it that Kerala has emerged from the sea due to Parasurama. The gods gave him land in which they turned into the sea at the point where he threw the axe. Between the mountains and the sea was present Kerala. From 3,000 years of Kerala coast was known to trade in spices and ivory. From there, kerala moved goods from Asia to the west. Due to the dense jungle for human development evolved slowly, only contacts with the Mauryan dynasty, gave impetus to the development. During this period (320-180 BC), in present-day Kerala spread Buddhism and Jainism. On the ground in 52 of the allegedly N.E. in that year by the Roman scholar Pliny the Elder port of Muziris (Kodungallur) Thomas the Apostle landed in bringing Christians to India. Perhaps, however, they appeared to Syrian merchants. The first communities were established only in the fourth century AD Jews arrived after the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD Coast developed particularly through trade contacts with Chinese, Arabic, Roman merchants. Also maintained trade relations with Fenicjaą and Egypt.

Until about 400 years N.E. the lands of present-day central Kerala kings ruled the red trading with the Greeks, Romans and Arabs, warring dynasties of Tamil Ćolów and Pandja. In the north of the kingdom of Kerala arose from the capital Mooshika called Ezhimala. Among today’s capital of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram and the Point Comorim were Ajów state. Most prominent were the cherries, which are already mentioned in Asoka’s time. Between 400 r N.E. RED Kalabhrasz were defeated by Deccan. This period is considered the dark times. 400 years later, these rulers were defeated by the dynasties Pallavas, Chlukyas, Pandya.

The Kulasekhara rein 800 (800-820) dynasty resumed power red. Since the foundation of Kollam in 825 counts in the Malayalam language culture time. The most important role during the second dynasty red Ravi Varman played Sthanu. During his reign (844-885) maritime trade flourished. At the same time in 851 years with the arrival of the Arab merchant Suleiman arrived in what is now Kerala Muslims. After the death of the ruler there was a war with the Tamil dynasty Ćolów. During the reign of the last dynasty red (Rama Varma Kulasekhara 1090-1102) occupied the capital of the kingdom Ćolowie Mahodyapuram (originally Muziris).

Red end of the reign inaugurated the fragmentation into small states. The most important is – Venads (with time Travancore), Nediyirippu Swarupam ruled Zamorine of Calicut (now Kozhikode) and Perumpadappu Swarup (Cochin). The first ruler Venads Marthanda Udaya Varma (1175-1195) developed the capital of Quilon (Kollam today) into a thriving port in 1275 visited by Marco Polo. Venads reached the peak of development under the rule of Kulasekhara Ravi Varma (1299-1314). Then he declined to regain importance as a principality until Travancore. Nediyirippu Swarup, the capital city of Calicut (Kozhikode)) owe their prosperity to trade relations with China and Arabia. Zamorins widened its state road conquests. An end to the growing strength of established European colonies. By this time little is known about Perumpadappu Swarup (Cochin) as well as Calicut and Quilon subsistence maritime trade. In the fifteenth century, it came into conflict with the expansive state Zamorin.

In 1498 years the arrival of Vasco da Gama was a sign of the start of the colonization of these areas (from 1498 to 1947). At the beginning of the sixteenth century the Portuguese colonized lands, defeated in 1663 by the Dutch. In 1795 the land came under the control of the British East India Company.
In May 1498, the lap of African, Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landed at Kappad beach, 30 km from Calicut. At first, he was warmly received by the Zamorin. Soon lost trade privileges from the Arabs trying to take over the spice trade. Using the hostility between Zamorin and Cochin, the Portuguese broke the Arab monopoly on the spice trade. Vasco da Gama has entered into an alliance with the Raja so Kochi and 1,503 years in India, he built the first European fort. Calicut and Cochin were caught in a war between the Arabs and the Portuguese. 1506 years Afonso de Albuquerque was appointed governor of the Portuguese possessions in India. Portuguese colonization of the culture influenced the future of Kerala. The remainder is the cultivation of tobacco, or architecture. Unfortunately, Portugal contributed his time to religious intolerance in these areas.

Corruption and economic weakness led Portugal in the sixteenth century to the collapse of its government in Kerala. Her place was taken by the Netherlands. In 1603 Admiral Steven van der Hagen landed in Calicut has entered into an agreement with Zamorinem plotting against Portugal. As a result, gained permission to build fortresses in Purakkad, Kayakulum, Quilon and Travancore. In 1663 the Dutch took Kochi eventually taking power from the Portuguese. At that time, there was also an increase in strength and invasion Travankoru Mysore. The Dutch dominated the area in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Marthand Varma in 1729 inherited what remained of the kingdom of Venad conquered the neighboring principalities to form Travancore. At the Battle of Colachel in 1741 beat the Dutch. 1753 signed an agreement with them for peace. Rama Varma, the 1758 successor to the throne was as effective leader. There was a 1798. In 1791, threatened by Mysore addicted to help Britons becoming a British protectorate with the apparent independence officially guaranteed. Until the independence of India in 1947.

Hyder Ali, the ruler of Mysore strengthened the struggle against British colonialism in 1764 attacked the Kerala today. Two years later, he took Calicut. 1773 won Trichur (Thrissur today). His successor, Tipu Sultan in the years 1790 to 1792 came to power in southern Kerala. Soon, however, was defeated by the British.

The British ruled Kerala from the seventeenth century to 1947. For the first time made an agreement with Zamorin trade in 1615. Twenty years later, they were allowed to commercially exploit all the Portuguese ports of Kerala. After the collapse of Portugal’s power Calicut in 1664 came under British rule. Mysore invasion gave them the opportunity to consolidate his power in Kerala. 1795 years Travancore principality became their protectorate. In 1800, the entire Kerala was already under British control. It was only in the 20s Twentieth century there was a revolt – including Moplah uprising in 1921 and Punnapra-Vayalar revolt of 1946.
Two years after independence, India Travancore and Cochin principalities joined India in 1950 to form the state, reorganized in 1956 as a result of taking into account the boundaries of states used language. Creating in 1956 (demarcation zone Malayalam language), the present state of Kerala also included in the duchy of Travancore, Cochin and Malabar. The southernmost part of Travancore (Kanyakumari district) came into the rocks of Madras (Tamil Nadu since 1969.) In the first elections in Kerala in 1957, won by the Communist Party of India. For the first time in independent India lost the election the Indian National Congress, the first time a democratically elected Communist Party. Two years later, Prime Minister EMS Namboodiripad cabinet collapsed as a result of the riots. Despite this, the communists are still in power.

Currently keralas political scene was dominated by two alliances: United Democratic Front (UDF) led by the Indian National Congress and the Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist). The Communist government of Kerala drew the world’s attention in 2006 banning the sale and production of Coca-Cola (due to the detection of pesticides). It also speaks against the Microsoft monopoly. Since May 2011, the chief Minister is the Oommen Chandy. Due to the high level of education and developed the art of Kerala is one of the most progressive states of India.

To know more about kerala please visit the government promoted website www.kerala.gov.in which has got all detailed information about the state, its current situation and links to other government websites.Similar Posts: