Boasting the highest literacy rate in India (94%) and the highest life expectancy (74 years), Kerala is one of the two Indian states that regularly elects a Communist government (the other being West Bengal). I was drawn to it by my political curiosities, but there are many other reasons to go. Full of natural beauty, Kerala has grown into a destination for ayurvedic tourism, among other things. I did have an ayurvedic massage, and I’ll admit, it kind of sent my body into a tizzy—it was a pretty intense experience!Continue Reading