{"id":1190,"date":"2019-12-25T15:42:08","date_gmt":"2019-12-25T10:12:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/?p=1190"},"modified":"2023-01-27T17:54:33","modified_gmt":"2023-01-27T12:24:33","slug":"best-places-to-visit-in-kerala-during-christmas-and-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-kerala-during-christmas-and-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Places To Visit In Kerala During Christmas And New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The merriment and cheerfulness of Christmas last till the New Year\u2019s eve in&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">God\u2019s Own Country, Kerala<\/a><\/strong>. With delicious cakes, wines, sweets, gifts, parties, carnivals, and grand feasts,&nbsp;<strong>Kerala<\/strong>&nbsp;celebrates a holly jolly Christmas season and a splendid New Year\u2019s eve, regardless of caste and creed. Excitement and fervor are at its peak and there\u2019s a lot to see and explore in Kerala during this holiday season. As Kerala serves you with a pleasant climate in this season, it is the ideal time for enjoying the delightful backwaters, beaches and hill stations of Kerala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/christmas-celebration-2019-1.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas celebration in 2019\" class=\"wp-image-1283\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, what\u2019s your plan for this Christmas &amp; New Year holiday? If a trip to Kerala is in your mind, we are extremely happy to gift you the most enjoyable vacation in Kerala to make this Christmas and New Year season a memorable one for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>This blog gives you a sneak peek into the Best Places To Visit In Kerala During Christmas &amp; New Year:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Beautiful Churches in Kerala \u2013&nbsp;<em>To take part in the holy midnight mass &amp; immerse yourself in prayers.<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Christmas is one of the most pious days for Christians all around the world. They celebrate the birth of their Saviour Jesus Christ, attending Solemn service and midnight masses at the church, singing Christmas carols and enacting the nativity scenes through miniature models and plays. They also welcome New Year with immense devotion and prayer.&nbsp;Kerala Christians also celebrate this beloved occasion with much ardour and devotion. All the Churches in Kerala come alive during the Christmas and New Year with stunning lightings and decorations offering a visual feast. Christmas is incomplete without paying a visit to the most ravishing and exuberant churches of Kerala. So let\u2019s start with the beautiful churches in Kerala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Santa Cruz Basilica, Kochi:<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Endowed with the architectural and artistic grandeur of Gothic style, the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/santa-cruz-basilica.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Cruz Basilica<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/fort-kochi.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fort Kochi<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;adorns with dazzling lights during Christmas and New Year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/santa-cruz-basilica-kochi.jpg\" alt=\"Front view of Santa Cruz Basilica church in Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala\" class=\"wp-image-1261\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/santa-cruz-basilica.php\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Cruz Basilica<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/fort-kochi.php\" target=\"_blank\">Fort Koch<\/a><\/strong>i is one of Kerala\u2019s heritage churches and one among the eight Basilicas in the state. This lovely church hosts an annual midnight mass that attracts locals and tourists alike. With prayers, songs and carols, the church creates a divine ambiance during the joyous festive time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourist-attractions\/cochin.php\" target=\"_blank\"><em>(Click here\u2026)<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;to know about Top Tourist Attraction Places in Cochin<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>St. Mary\u2019s Cathedral, Pattom, Trivandrum:<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The prime worship center of the&nbsp;<strong>Syro-Malankara Catholic Church<\/strong>, the&nbsp;<strong>St. Mary\u2019s Cathedral<\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/trivandrum.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Trivandrum<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is known for its one-month-long Christmas celebrations that last up to New Year\u2019s eve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/st.marys-cathedral-pattom-trivandrum.jpg\" alt=\"St. Mary's Cathedral in Pattom, Trivandrum\" class=\"wp-image-1262\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A large number of devotees and tourists participate in the celebrations as well as in the solemn service at the church. The architecture of the church is stupendous, and the most noteworthy feature is the captivating murals and inscriptions that embellish its interiors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/trivandrum.php\" target=\"_blank\">(Click here \u2026)<\/a>&nbsp;to know more about Trivandrum<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Edathua Church, Alleppey:<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Believed to possess miraculous healing powers, the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/alleppey\/edathua-church.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Edathua Church<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;(St. George Forane Church) situated on the banks of river Pampa in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/alleppey.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Alleppey<\/a><\/strong>, is considered as a very special church by the devotees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/edathua-church-alleppey.jpg\" alt=\"St. George Syro Malabar Forane Church in Edathua, Alleppey\" class=\"wp-image-1263\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The church is thronged by devotees irrespective of religion during the time of Christmas and New Year. The beautiful church showcases the medieval European style of architecture and looks gorgeous with lightings during the festival time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourist-attractions\/alleppey.php\" target=\"_blank\">(Click here\u2026)<\/a>&nbsp;to know about Top Tourist Attraction Places in Alleppey<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>St. George Syro- Malabar Catholic Forane Church, Edappally:<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Edappally St. George Syro- Malabar Catholic Forane Church<\/strong>&nbsp;is counted as the richest Catholic shrine in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourism-in-kerala.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kerala<\/a><\/strong>. It is renowned for its holy well with water that possesses curative powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/edapally-church.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1264\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Church gets decked up during Christmas and New Year, offering an extraordinary stunning look that leaves everyone in awe. The interior of the Church is adorned with a captivating mural of Virgin Mary and baby Jesus with angels around them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourist-attractions\/cochin.php\" target=\"_blank\"><em>(Click here\u2026)<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;to know about Top Tourist Attraction Places in Cochin<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Pallikunnu Church, Wayanad:<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pallikunnu Church<\/strong>&nbsp;also known as&nbsp;<strong>Our Lady of Lourdes Church<\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/wayanad.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wayanad<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is one of the bustling pilgrim centers of Kerala. It displays a simple yet elegant architectural structure amidst green surroundings and tranquil ambiance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/pallikunnu-church-wayanad.jpg\" alt=\"Our Lady of Lourde's Church (Pallikkunnu Church) in Wayanad\" class=\"wp-image-1265\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though the main festival of the Church is held in the month of February, Christmas and New Year is also celebrated here with great pomp. Christmas is a time of merriment here with carnivals and fests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourist-attractions\/wayanad.php\" target=\"_blank\">(Click here\u2026)<\/a>&nbsp;To know about Top Tourist Attraction Places in Wayanad<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) All-Time Entertainer, Kochi \u2013&nbsp;<em>To have a blast at the Cochin Carnival<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kochi is the ideal place to be at during the Christmas and New Year as it treats you with the mind-blowing&nbsp;<strong>Cochin Carnival<\/strong>. It is a 10-day extravaganza that starts on the&nbsp;<strong>25th of December<\/strong>, the Christmas day and ends on<strong>&nbsp;January 1st<\/strong>, the New Year\u2019s eve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/cochin-carnival.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Kathakali Dance in Cochin Carnival\" class=\"wp-image-1266\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This grand fiesta is marked by street parades, decorated elephants, music, dance, fairs, games, sports, art displays, and many other celebrations. At the stroke of the midnight hour on New Year\u2019s Eve, an effigy of an old man is burnt which indicates the end of the old year and the birth of New Year and it forms the major attraction of Cochin Carnival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/fort-kochi-1.jpg\" alt=\"Streets of Fort Kochi, Kerala\" class=\"wp-image-1267\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides, Kochi has a bundle of tourist attractions that holds aloft its old-world colonial charm. Exploring its attractions like<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/fort-kochi.php\" target=\"_blank\"> FortKochi<\/a><\/strong>,<strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/dutch-palace.php\" target=\"_blank\">Mattancherry Palace<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/jew-synagogue-and-jew-town.php\" target=\"_blank\">Jewish Synagogue<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Chinese Fishing Net<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/cochin\/kerala-kathakali-centre.php\" target=\"_blank\">Kerala Kathakali Center<\/a>,<\/strong>&nbsp;etc, keeps on reminding us of the European powers, mainly the Portuguese, Chinese and the Dutch that once ruled over the place. Many exotic islands, lovely beaches, amazing museums, sanctuaries, parks, and a lot of shopping malls are there in Kochi making it a fascinating holiday destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Tranquil Alleppey Backwaters \u2013&nbsp;<em>To cruise around the darling waters enjoying the beautiful lightings around<\/em>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Christmas and New Year season set sail through the tranquil&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/best-places\/alleppey\/backwaters-of-alleppey.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">backwaters of Alleppey<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in the luxurious houseboats and be treated to the unforgettable cruising experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/alleppey-backwaters.jpg\" alt=\"Alleppey Backwaters and Houseboat Tour\" class=\"wp-image-1271\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scintillating&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/things-to-do\/events\/backwater-experience.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">backwaters experience<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/alleppey.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Alleppey<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;bounded by lofty palm groves on both sides and the emerald paddy fields are a visual delight. Enjoy an overnight stay in the houseboat and watch the beautiful lightings and decorations across the households and enjoy the joyful carols echoing from the churches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Gorgeous Munnar Hill Station \u2013&nbsp;<em>To relax in the lap of nature &amp; revel in the festive spirit.<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The gorgeous&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/hill-stations\/munnar-hill-station.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Munnar Hill Station<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is one of the best places to visit and to revel in the festive spirit of Christmas and New Year. The remarkable weather condition and mesmerizing sceneries offer a lovely environ to celebrate the joyous festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/munnar-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Blanket in Munnar, Kerala\" class=\"wp-image-1274\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from celebrations,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/munnar.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Munnar<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;offers ample opportunities to relax in the lap of nature. For those who love adventure, there are countless&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/things-to-do\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">activities in Munnar<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;for you to indulge. Visit the Christ Church in Munnar to take part in the holy Christmas and New Year service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Stunning Kovalam Beach \u2013&nbsp;<em>To take pleasure in the thrilling beach Carnival.<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Endless fun awaits you at the stunning&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/kovalam.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kovalam Beach<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;during the Christmas and New Year Season. The delightful weather condition makes it an ideal time to visit&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/kovalam.php\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kovalam<\/a><\/strong>. One can relax or take a stroll along the golden shores of Kovalam admiring the beautiful sceneries around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shortpixel.ai\/client\/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_800\/https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/kovalam.jpg\" alt=\"New Year celebration in Kovalam beach\" class=\"wp-image-1275\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>pristine beaches of Kovalam<\/strong>&nbsp;enliven with thrilling&nbsp;<strong>beach carnival<\/strong>&nbsp;during this time attracting swarms of tourists as well as locals. One can get into the festive mood along with indulging in beach carnival when you are at&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/travel-guide\/kovalam.php\" target=\"_blank\">Kovalam<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;during the Christmas time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourist-attractions\/kovalam.php\" target=\"_blank\">(Click here\u2026)<\/a>&nbsp;to know about Top Tourist Attraction Places in Kovalam<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align:center\"><strong><em>Come and explore Kerala this Christmas &amp; New Year season and be treated with countless cherishable memories. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On this very special festival season, Explore the&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">God\u2019s Own Country Kerala<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">Kerala Tourism Holiday\u2019s<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;special&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tour-packages\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">tour packages<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and customized&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/tourism-in-kerala.php\" target=\"_blank\">tour packages<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;for you to&nbsp;<strong>enjoy a cheerful vacation in Kerala during this Christmas &amp; New Year.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>Visit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">www.keralatourism.holiday<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The merriment and cheerfulness of Christmas last till the New Year\u2019s eve in God\u2019s Own Country, Kerala. With delicious cakes, wines, sweets, gifts, parties, carnivals, and grand feasts, Kerala celebrates a holly jolly Christmas season and a splendid New Year\u2019s eve, regardless of caste and creed. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1192,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[788,428,789,414,429,246,11,425,636],"tags":[39,17,303,801,338,790,791,373,785,786,498,285,275,331,802,2,302,20,167,144,203,792,798,799,573,3,5,796,797],"class_list":["post-1190","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-best-places","category-celebration","category-churches-of-kerala","category-family-tour","category-festivals","category-festivals-of-kerala","category-hill-stations","category-kerala-tourism","category-tourist-attractions","tag-touristattractions","tag-wayanad","tag-alleppey","tag-alleppeybackwaters","tag-celebration","tag-christmas","tag-christmas2019","tag-cochin","tag-cochincarnival","tag-cochincarnival2019","tag-festivals","tag-festivalsofkerala","tag-fortkochi","tag-godsowncountry","tag-hillstations","tag-kerala","tag-keralahillstations","tag-keralatourism","tag-kochi","tag-kovalambeach","tag-munnar","tag-newyear","tag-newyear2020","tag-santacruzbasilica","tag-tour","tag-tourism","tag-travel","tag-xmas","tag-xmas2019"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Best Places To Visit In Kerala During Christmas And New Year -<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keralatourism.holiday\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-kerala-during-christmas-and-new-year\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Best Places To Visit In Kerala During Christmas And New Year -\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The merriment and cheerfulness of Christmas last till the New Year\u2019s eve in God\u2019s Own Country, Kerala. 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