1. Kerala is known for its vast coconut plantations in the state. ‘Kera’ means coconut tree and ‘Alam’ refers to the earth. Therefore, Kerala can be called the land of coconut trees.

2. Kerala is one of the cleanest states in India. According to a survey conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Sikkim tops the list of cleanest states.

3. It is the only state in India with hospitals and banks in every village and hence the overall development of the state is increasing.

4. Kerala is known as 'God's Own Country'.  The slogan is used by the Kerala Tourism Department. Along with the lake, the beautiful Arabian Sea to the west also creates a beautiful backdrop. Coconut trees, which include beaches and turquoise waters, attract tourists by the minute.

5. The Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala is made of gold and precious stones.

6. Kerala is famous as a pioneer in Ayurveda. The state is home to Somatheeram, the world's first Ayurvedic resort.

7. Of the many types of medicines available in the country, Kerala uses Ayurveda as the primary medical method.

8. Kerala receives the first rainfall in the country. In most states the monsoon arrives in July while the first week of June arrives in Kerala.

9. Along with Pondicherry, Kerala is the only state in India with a sex ratio of over 0.99. There are 1084 women for every 1000 men in the state.

10. Kerala has the highest literacy rate in India. According to the 2011 census, its literacy rate is 93.91%. The literacy rate of Pathanamthitta is 97.42%.

11. Kerala is truly a secular country. It is home to people of different faiths who live in unity and peace. People of different religions can be found in every nook and corner of it.

12. One of the most amazing facts about Kerala is that it is the largest gold consumer in India. The state consumes about 1/5 of the country's gold. That is why it is a common sight to see gold-plated brides at weddings in Kerala.

13. Bharangi, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Amalaki and Philanthus amarus are some of the medicinal plants found here.

14. According to CMS's Indian Corruption Study, Kerala is one of the least corrupt states in India with about 4% corruption in public services.

15. Kerala is the largest producer of rubber in India. The state produces more than 90% of the total rubber produced in the country. More than 5 hectares of land in the state is used for rubber cultivation.

16. The Kerala Education Act introduced in 1958 greatly stimulated the literacy rate in the state and played an important role in making it the most literate state in India.

17. Kerala has been included in the list of top ten paradises in the world in the 1999 issue of The Traveler Magazine published by National Geographic.

18. One of the most amazing facts about Kerala is that 99% of the men in the state enjoy media exposure, while 94% of the female population is on the same level.  Newspapers in Kerala are available in 9 different languages.

19. The elephant is the state animal of Kerala and has a special relationship with the state. It plays an important role in religious processions and festivals.

20. The lake is one of the major tourist attractions in the state. These lakes are a complex network of streams and canals, all interconnected. The lagoons and lakes are the main constituents of these lakes, which flow parallel to the Arabian Sea.