The wonderful monuments of Kerala provide a glimpse to the legacy of the state where the rich, history and cultural glory have been inscribed on the strong walls. Most of these monuments were constructed during the reign of the famous rulers Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan of Mysore. Kerala is also famous for its natural beauty, green coconut trees, red chilies, cardamom, cocoa and coffee. It is this impressive amalgamation of exquisite landscapes, wonderful backwaters, varied spices and historical monuments of Kerala which attract numerous national and international tourists.

The monuments of Kerala include the following structures:
Alwaye Palace: Alwaye Palace is one of the finest palaces present on the banks of Periyar River, New Cochin. At present this exclusive monument has been converted into a five star guest house that represents the rich, long and eventful history of the state.

Arakkal Palace: Arakkal Palace is situated 3 kilometers from the Kunnur city. It was owned by the only Muslim royal Arakkal family of Kerala, who ruled the coastal parts of the state and the parts of the Lakswadeep Islands. The history of this monument of Kerala is steeped in legends and myths.

Bekal Fort: It is a magnificent monument of Kerala situated across the Bekal seashore. This 300 years old fort is the most vibrant and fabulous fort present in India. It was constructed by the Ikkeri dynasty but the Bekal Fort was later captured by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan of Mysore. Bekal Fort is considered as an important heritage and is a special tourist attraction in Kerala.

Pierce Leslie Bungalow: It was constructed in 1862 and even today stands as a magnificent epitome of cultural and architectural amalgamation in Kerala. Pierce Leslie Bungalow reflects the fusion of Indian, Dutch and Portuguese styles of architecture. The major attractions of this building are the vaulted entrance, cascade balcony, carved doors and wooden roof. This unique monument of Kerala with its inherent charm in the land of coconut plantations and the backwaters attracts millions of tourists every year.

Vasco House: Vasco House was constructed by the great Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama in Kochi. The architectural style of the building is the unique blend of the ethnicity of Vaso da Gama in which its wonderful balconies and glass windows represent the European lifestyle. It is the major tourist attraction and the oldest monuments of Kerala.

Apart from these, other major monuments of Kerala which stand between the palm beaches, coconut trees and hills are Bolghatty Palace, Mattanchery Palace, Cheraman Juma Masjid, Padnabhapuram Palace and St. Sebastian Church. These massive monuments stand silently as a witness of powers of the past glory of Kerala.