Many Moods of the Monsoon

Kerala is, unarguably, the home of the monsoon – twice a year, on their way inland and on their farewell lap out of India, the rains drench this gorgeous southern state. The waterways ride high, a green flush rejuvenates the land, the very air throbs with thunder, and the aroma of moist earth fills the senses.

As the southwest monsoon arrives, prayers are invoked to welcome the goodness of the rains and the gifts they bear. Trees swaying in the breeze, children under multi-coloured umbrellas on their way to school, frogs croaking

Kerala is, unarguably, the home of the monsoon – twice a year, on their way inland and on their farewell lap out of India, the rains drench this gorgeous southern state. The waterways ride high, a green flush rejuvenates the land, the very air throbs with thunder, and the aroma of moist earth fills the senses.

As the southwest monsoon arrives, prayers are invoked to welcome the goodness of the rains and the gifts they bear. Trees swaying in the breeze, children under multi-coloured umbrellas on their way to school, frogs croaking in paddy fields, and the unmistakable near-deafening roar of the falling rains are simply unforgettable.

The unique pleasures and experiences of Kerala’s glorious rains are best enjoyed in rustic settings; ideally in its densely forested hills, lush and expansive plantations or the serene backwaters. Watch the gushing rains from your window or from the verandah, as you lie back languidly on your beautiful wood armchair, sipping a cup of aromatic brew and eating a hot snack…or, if you like, simply step out and soak up…!