We have returned from a visit to the Kerala district of India back in mid March absolutely overawed by the entire holiday.  It was our second visit to India after last years must do visit to the Golden Triangle of Agra Jaipur and Delhi. We had flown down for a change of scenery and a breather, to Kerala, and knew we had to return!  Such fascinating countryside, colourful villages and people, all so mindful of the present with such great acceptance.  It made me feel very humble.

We decided to begin our stay up in the mountains in Spice Village next to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.  There are still some wonderful wild tigers there, but we were not fortunate enough to see one of these beautiful beleagured  animals.  Instead we rode an elephant which was much safer although a bit uncomfortable for my husband sat behind me!

That evening we were treated to a unique dance and mime production Navarasa at the Kathakali Centre. The mime was almost totally concentrated in facial expression and the preparations for the show took much longer than the actual event. But wow!