I look to you

I look to you

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=az2En82skmo

I’ve been listening to this song since morning. Such an empowering song. A good reminder than whenever we feel that all our strength is gone, that no matter how much you still wanna try to give your share to whatever you are pushing through, you are just right there, fed-up, tired, drained and broken, all you need to do is LOOK for HIM. And just as the song goes “In YOU I can be strong”.

The Beauty of Kerala

Seeing and experiencing the beauty of Kerala was such a blissful and wonderful treat. It is indeed God’s own country. A beautiful state beyond word can describe. The greeneries, high mountains, back waters, vast tea plantation, wildlife sanctuaries, tall pine and rubber trees will make one tourist like me in awe to God’s creativity. I'll be forever grateful to Him for giving me this opportunity.

Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thiruvananthapuram

A repository of some of the rarest medicinal herbs, the Neyyar Dam located about 32 km from Thiruvananthapuram, is a popular picnic spot with a lake and a picturesque dam site. The lake formed by the dam across the Neyyar River is the bluest of blue, making boating irresistible for tourists.

The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary of which the dam is a part is the habitat of over a hundred species of fauna including Asian Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Slender Loris and reptiles like King Cobra, Travancore Tortoise, etc. A crocodile breeding centre and a lion safari park are also located in the dam site.

(Caption Credit to: https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/neyyar-reservoir-thiruvananthapuram/240)

A scenic view on top of Neyyar Dam

Vazhachal & Athirapilly Waterfalls

The most famous waterfalls of Kerala, Athirapally and Vazhachal. It is also considered as the Niagara Falls of India. The picturesque spot, which is also adjacent to dense green virgin forest, plus the soothing sounds of cascading waterfalls will surely bring you tranquility that only nature can give.

Vagamon Pine Forrest

One of the most romantic places I’ve ever seen. It has a very Twilight-ish effect ♥. 

Couldn't resist but imagine being with someone you love enjoying the beautiful and serene environment. Plus the rainy-effect sound when the wind is playing with these towering Pine trees will make your mind at peace.

Shining rays of the sun passing through the canopy is simply irresistible.

Vagamon Tea Plantation

The vast tea plantation of Vagamon will surely bring you tranquility with it’s lush greenery and fresh air.

Random stop in one of the greenery hills in Vagamon

TAGORE ROCK, PARUNTHUMPARA

Parunthumpara is considered as one of trekker enthusiast’s delight. A beautiful mountainous place located near to Peermade in Idukki District of Kerala. Despite having a fear of heights, I couldn’t resist but braved myself in climbing Tagore Rock, one of tourist’s favourite spot in Idukki district. From the top, you will get an endless view of vast green forest that will make you shout like Jack and Rose did in Titanic “I am the Queen of the world!” :p

(Photo insert from http://www.panoramio.com/photo/81579645)

Beautiful sun rays passing through the clouds giving as an impression that God was shining upon us and He will forever will.

 The Beauty of Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thiruvananthapuram

The Lion Safari Park inside Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary

“The truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.”

― Augustine of Hippo

While seeing these lions, I’m singing “God’s not Dead” song :)

My God’s not dead

He’s surely alive

He’s living on the inside

Roaring like a Lion

Random thirsty elephant in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary

The largest elephant training centres in Kerala. Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary is a rural riverside village in the Ernakulam district of the state of Kerala . Its a popular picnic spot and tourist destination in kerala too. It is the only elephant rescue and training center in Kerala specialized for rescuing and training stranded adult and baby elephants from the forest regions across Kerala. Kodanad Elephant Training Camp, Kerala is situated on the south bank of Periyar River, about 42 kilometers east of Kochi (Cochin) city.

(Credit to http://www.yatramantra.com/Place/kodanad-elephant-sanctuary)

Queen of the Road

Riding a bus in Kerala was not a glam chic thingy but we managed to be one 'coz we're cool like that :p

Bus there is like the king of the road, swerving and overtaking at all times. Picking up passengers regardless of seat capacity making you feel fortunate to be able to sit (this photo was taken early sunday morning hence seat availability.)

Well this scenario is not new to me though. It reminds me exactly of Metro Manila traffic flow, makes me feel like home.

First photo after arrival

cam whoring in the bus :p

My Elephant Ride ♥

As an Elephant never forgets, I will also forever cherish the memories I had during my 22 days in Kerala, India. Savoring the natural beauty of God’s own country and at the same time strengthening the bond of friendship with my Twin Tara Tojo Alex. It was indeed one of the best days of my life.

Meet our well behaved Elephant KAMALA

Kamala is also a camera freak like us lifting up her trunk to pose for a picture

Twin monkeys on top of the elephant

happy and worry free

Nostalgic to be reunited with my Indian Twin again

Happiness is an understatement 

Twinsis candid expression here is so priceless

Tara: GEL ENOUGH!!!!!
Gel: Tara please just one more. last one promise  

Kamala and her monkey chechis :p 

Tara and Gel: Kamala please behave okay? don't move until we get a good picture with you