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1. The Land of Serenity
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KOCHI
Twins Forever
Queen of Arabian Sea
Thekaddy
Alleppey
The Spice Heaven
Venice of the East
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Dhaula Kuan
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KERALA God’s Own Land
Cochin is also
referred to as the
Gateway to Kerala
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3. The quality that marks this very first issue of ‘Student Travel
Chronicle’ is a testimony to the maturity of the young minds
who joined forces to enthusiastically shape and provide
substance to its form. For this, a word of appreciation is
due to the parents, whose efforts were the precursors to the
students’ commendable effort.
Springdales School, Dhaula Kuan, is committed to creating
the vital link between learning in the classroom and the equally
important topical learning from the school of life outside the
classroom. The pages that follow are representative of the
aim of Springdales School, Dhaula Kuan, which is to take
teaching beyond the walls of the classroom into the freedom
of outward exploration and creativity.
There were many outcomes from this intensive 6 day journey
to Kerala, which inluded visits to Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady
and Allepey - the crown jewels of Kerala, finally culminating
in the awards ceremony for the prize-winning students at the
end of this journey of excitement.
All this, and much more is yours to discover as the students
help you re-live the excitement of their experience in the pages
ahead - replete with photographs and one-liners, memories
and impressions.
We, at Springdales School, Dhaula Kuan, wish to acknowledge
our gratitude to the accompanying teachers for their
excellent collaboration. I would also like to recognize the
essential contributions of EdTerra Edventures Pvt Ltd. who
have designed and taken out this journey. The company’s
efforts before, during and after the journey enabled students
to produce this beautiful magazine. EdTerra takes pride
in designing journeys that offer substantial educational
opportunities for students, while ensuring that they have
incredible fun at the same time.
We know there is no better way to conclude this message
than to give a stirring THANK YOU to the students, who were
energetic participants and willing learners throughout.
Dr. Jyoti Bose
Principal
Springdales School,
Dhaula Kuan
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PRINCIPAL’S LETTER
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4. 02KOCHI
04-05
06-07
08-09
01KERALA
“We believe that Kerala is a very
important tourist destination.”
03THEKKADY
“It is green and famous for spice
plantations. It had beautiful spice
plantations and we visited one of
them.”
“Overall the experience was good.
It taught us how to be more
responsible and manage time as
well.”
01 St. Francis Church
02 Fort Kochi
03 Chinese Fishing Nets
01 Periyar Spice Garden
02 Ayurveda Center
Content
June
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5. 05
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MUNNAR
“Munnar is simply fascinating
and a shutterbug’s delight.”
04ALLEPPEY
“Alleppey is a beautiful place that
reflects the simple Keralite tradition
and lifestyle.”
01 Echo Point
02 Mattupetty Dam
To
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6. Kerala
The land of spices
01.
K
erala, located in southern India, prides
itself for being the state with one of the
highest literacy rates and breathtaking
natural beauty to reckon with. While it is
culturally endowed with beautiful art forms,
Kerala is truly blessed with lush greenery,
limpid backwaters and an inspiring coastline.
It became the Gateway to India for European
colonists like the Dutch and Portuguese
followed by the British, as they followed the
aroma of its spices changing not just the
demography of the state but also the political
future of the subcontinent.
Be it the emerald mountain slopes and
tea plantations of Munnar, or the tranquil
backwaters of Alleppey, be it the high ranges
of Western Ghats or the coconut groves along
the Arabian sea – the beauty of Kerala draws
travelers from all over the world towards it.
No doubt National Geographic Traveler named
Kerala as ‘one of the ten paradises of the
world’!
Kerala is truly
God’s Own
Land.
01 Kochi
02 Thekkady
03 Alleppey
Things to
SEE
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7. OUR
Our cities are commercial hubs but on this vacation to
Kerala we got the chance to visit naturally scenic cities
like Munnar, Cochin and Thekkady. What we saw and
experienced changed every bit of our thinking. There is
so much beauty in these places, so much greenery. Every
city of Kerala is equally blessed with natural beauty, and
in true sense its ‘God’s own country’.
Our journey began on 27th of May, 2017. Shortly after
landing in Cochin, we went to visit the Dutch Palace and
Jewish Synagogue. It was the last active synagogue out
of seven in Kerala. Next, we saw the Dutch Palace. It was
built by the Portuguese originally, but later it was the
home to the Kings of Kochi. We also enjoyed shopping
at the giant Lulu Mall.
During our stay in Munnar, we enjoyed visiting the
breathtaking Cheeyappara Waterfalls, Mattupetty Dam,
Echo point and Top Station Point. Our stay in Thekkady
included an elephant ride. It was a nerve-wrecking
experience for us. We also visited a spice garden and
the aroma of the spices refreshed all of us. Our stay on
the houseboat was one of the best experiences ever.
Our trip to Kerala was one of the most memorable trips
and it will forever be embedded in our hearts.
Team Members
Anusha, Divleen, Isha, Ishita, Krish, Qas &
Yashika
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03
To
01. Being a tourist in Kerala is truly a privilege
02. Loving our regal ride in the backwaters of Alleppey
03. Having a gala time at Echo Point
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03
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8. Cochin is also
referred to as
the Gateway
to Kerala.
02.Kochi
Queen of Arabian Sea
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Built around a salt water lagoon on the Arabian
Sea, Kochi or Cochin is a collection of islands
and peninsulas. This extraordinary town has
served as the historical epicenter for Kerala
for several centuries. While it was the first ever
township in colonial India, it was also the first
princely state to join the Union of India during
independence in 1947.
Kochi is one of the oldest port cities in India and
is known to have drawn visitors from faraway
lands, be it the Greco-Romans, the Dutch,
Portuguese, British and even the Chinese. This
paved way for widespread European influence
in the architecture, culture, religion and cuisine
of the region.
Fort Kochi is a town with an old world charm
resonant with a 500 year colonial history.
Owing to its picturesque beauty, its strategic
location as a trade center and its significant
contribution to the history of the country, Kochi
is rightly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea.

9. St. Francis Church
Fort Kochi
Chinese Fishing Nets
One of India’s oldest European
churches, it was established in the
early 1500’s by the Portuguese.
Later it was taken over by the
Dutch and then the British.
To explore the historic town of Fort
Kochi, there is no better choice
than setting out on foot. Relax,
breathe deep and come out in
cotton, soft shoes and yes - a straw
hat.
Chinese fishing nets are not a very
common sight these days. First
installed between 1350 and 1450,
these cantilevered nets indicate
trade links with China. Legend
has it that the Chinese nets were
introduced in Fort Kochi by Chinese
explorer Zheng He.
Team Members
Aryaman, Dhruv, Manoj, Ojas
Praanshu, Soumil & Tanishq
Places to
VISIT
Fun
03. Fort Kochi Beach- A tranquil experience
01. Admiring the church of St. Francis, India’s first European church
02. We were all geared up for shopping
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s
Overall the experience was
good. It taught us how to be
more responsible and manage
time as well.
To
UNFORGETTABLE
After a long journey, we finally reached the vibrant city
of Cochin. It is the largest city of the state. Kochi has
so much to offer, from historical monuments to scenic
locations; it is a complete treat for the visitors.
Our hotel was awesome. The first sightseeing attraction
in Cochin was the Dutch Palace. We were fascinated to
see the interior of the palace. Then we visited the Jewish
Synagogue. The interior of the Synagogue was very
attractive. After 4 days, we returned back to the same
hotel. We went to the Lulu Mall where we shopped and
bought a few souvenirs. It was a lifetime experience with
our brilliant journey mentor Kavish Sir and our tour guide
Shine Sir. From the day we started our journey till the end,
these two people entertained us a lot. Overall it was a
fantastic experience.

10. T
hekkady is situated in the Idukki district
of Kerala. Thekkady is mainly known for
two things - the Periyar Tiger Reserve and
its natural spices. With its rolling hills draped
in lush greenery and spice scented plantations,
this hill town offers a lot to explore.
The Periyar Tiger Reserve is one of the major
tourist attractions of Thekkady. It has a boating
facility which takes you around the Reserve
through the Periyar Lake. A lot of wild animals
and rare birds can be spotted in the area. If
luck favours, one can also spot tigers.
No trip to Thekkady is complete without a
visit to a spice garden. The spice trade of
Kerala dates back three thousand years and
Thekkady is the commercial center and spice
capital of Kerala. Over twelve varieties of
spices including ginger, garlic, cardamom,
vanilla, pepper, cinnamon, coffee, tea, clove
and nutmeg is cultivated in Thekkady and its
neighbouring villages.
Thekkady is the
spice capital of
Kerala
03.Thekkady
The Spice Haven
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11. Thekkady is a beautiful hill station. Our trip was an
amazing experience with friends and teachers. Thekkady
is a very alluring place. After the Spice Garden, we went
to Kundale River. Our journey mentor, Kavish Sir and tour
guide Shine Sir were the most amazing instructors we ever
had. We wish this trip would have lasted a little longer. We
could not have asked for a better place to visit, and we will
never forget this trip. It would stay in our hearts forever.
In Thekkady we went on an elephant safari. The way the
elephant tap-danced, gave us continuous bouts of fear.
The most enjoyable part was when we were sitting on
elephant’s back and he was splashing water on us. It was
great fun to see the elephants perform these antics.
01. The aroma of different spices at Spice Garden refreshed our souls
04 QMS KERALA land of spices
04 QMS KERALA land of spices
MUST SEE
Elephant Safari
Spice Garden
Say Cheese!
Team Members
Devansh, Ekas, Manan, Sanyam
Soumil & Vidur
Thekkady undoubtedly is the heartland of spices. A visit
to a spice plantation is the best way to learn about, and
buy the best quality spices in Kerala.
03. Making memories that will last forever!
02. Elephant ride in Thekkady- a truly worthwile experience
Thekkady came from elephants,
chain of valleys, spice gardens,
Periyar Lake, Ayurvedic cures and
the presence of finest picturesque
wildlife sanctuaries.
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THEKKADY
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EXPERIENCES

12. 04.
A
lleppey is a beautiful town in the
Alappuzha district of Kerala. It is a very
important tourist destination of India.
Home to a vast network of waterways, Alleppey
or Alappuzha is most famous for its backwaters
and houseboats. It is also considered to be one
of the oldest planned towns of the southern
region. The name Alapuzzha is derived from the
geographical location of the place and means
land between the sea.
Alleppey was described as the “Venice of the
East” by Lord Curzon. Due to its proximity
to the ocean the weather is more temperate
than central India and extremely pleasant.
The tranquil backwaters of Alleppey can be
explored by hiring a houseboat for a day or more.
A houseboat cruise in Alleppey backwaters
is an extremely delightful and rejuvenating
experience.
Alleppey or
Alappuzha is
most famous for
its backwaters
and houseboats
Alleppey
Venice of the East
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13. Kerala is known as ‘God’s own country’. Alleppy is one of
the most popular tourist destinations in Kerala. It is also
known as the ‘Venice of the East’ because of the large
networks of canals and its connectivity to the backwaters
of Kerala. It is one of the most beautiful places in Kerala.
Though the beauty of Alleppey is inexpressible, our group
would still like to make you feel the pleasant vibes. The
warm welcome by the people of Alleppey and the delicious
food of the place made our journey amazing.
Must Visit
Backwaters
Alleppey Beach
Team Members
Ishita, Jujhar, Pavit, Riya, Simar
Shantanu & Vignesh
We would like to thank our school and especially our
teachers and the guides who accompanied us and made
this visit successful. It was not only an educational
excursion but a fun trip too. We enjoyed the trip a lot!
The memories of the house boats in Alleppey will always
be fresh in our hearts. The houseboats have become
a major attraction in the state of the backwaters. The
experience of being on a houseboat is very unique and
one of its kind. It was the first instance for all of us, so it
was very special too.
We have all heard that the beauty of Earth is never
dead and Alleppey proved it. Sometimes, by getting
lost in nature, we get to find ourselves. On the way from
Alleppey to Kochi we spent some time at the Alappuzha
Beach. The high tides and the cool weather felt amazing.
We clicked lots of pictures at the beach.
Friends
Forever
Alleppey is a beautiful place that
reflects the simple Keralite tradition
and lifestyle. It is a must visit for
everyone who loves greenery,
peace and serenity.
02. Ready to hit the beach
01. Meet the Alleppey Squad!
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14. 05.
M
unnar is a picturesque hill station
of Kerala situated in the high Nilgiri
ranges of Kerala. It is located at
the confluence of three rivers namely
Madhirapuzzha, Nallathanni and Kundlay.
The name Munnar is derived from two
Malayalam words, ‘mun’ which means
three and ‘aar’ which means rivers.
A land of beautiful waterfalls, rolling hills
and vast tea plantations, Munnar is simply
fascinating and a shutterbug’s delight.
In 2010, it was voted as the second best
Asian travel destination.
With its sprawling tea plantations, Munnar
today is the commercial center of some of
the world’s highest tea-growing estates.
Rich in flora and fauna, it has several
sanctuaries and national parks like the
Kurinjimala Sanctuary, the Chinnar Wildlife
Sanctuary, Eravikulam National Park etc.
The endangered Nilgiri Tahr is one of the
most popular attractions of the Eravikulam
National Park.
Munnar
is simply
fascinating and
a shutterbug’s
delight.
Munnar
Shutterbug’s Delight
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15. Munnar is a beautiful hill station in Kerala with lots of
greenery all over. The surrounding hills with green carpets
and the perfect weather made our trip truly special. We
stayed at a beautiful and luxurious hotel called Fort
Munnar. The next day we headed for sightseeing. The
view was extremely marvelous. We were at a height and
it seemed as if we were touching the clouds. It was an
amazing feel. We first visited the Mattupetty Dam. It was
a fantastic place. The weather was so amazing that it
refreshed us all. We also went to see the border of Kerala
and Tamil Nadu, which was quite interesting. Munnar is
Must Visit
Echo Point
Tea Garden
Team Members
Ahaan, Dia, Janvi, Ravnoor
Riya & Sarah
definitely a heaven for shutterbugs. This was one of the
best experiences we have ever had. This trip will remain
unforgettable for all of us.
Our second stop was the Echo Point. It is one of the
famous points in Munnar and well-known for its natural
echo phenomenon and the rare Nelkuruniji flowers, which
blooms once in every 12 years. We had so much fun at
Echo Point.
The hills are covered with a few of the world’s best
variety of tea leaves. The aroma of different spices
like cardamom and cinnamon creates a very soothing
environment. It was a short and sweet experience being
in Munnar.
Munnar is a beautiful hill station in
Kerala. Upon reaching Munnar we
realized that it was undoubtedly the
most beautiful place we had ever
seen.
02. Our group striking a pose at Echo Point
01. Screaming out loud at Echo Point
03. Listening to the history of the Kundale River
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16. 06.Moments
Say Cheese
01 Pretty faces, pretty smiles
02 Stopping to pose as we head
towards the Cheeyapara Falls
03 Time for some leg-shaking!
04 Girls love posing
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17. 05 Letting our voices be heard
06 Friends forever!
07 A comfortable stay makes the
journey more enjoyable
08 Time for a quick click!
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