Kerala, a land of festivals, traditions, and centuries-old customs and culture, is one of India’s most wonderful destinations. Listed as one of the ten paradises on the globe by the national geographic traveller, Kerala has always been a favourite haunt of tourists and free spirits who are in search of a tropical paradise to spend their vacation, wrapped in the lazy comfort of luxury and culture. Baron’s Villa invites you this monsoon to Kerala’s most iconic city, where everything meets and collides in an explosion of colours—Kochi!
The monsoon all over India is pivotal; it wakes up the land, and new life blossoms everywhere. But new life and vibrant hues of green are not all that come with rain in Kerala; it also brings a handful of festivals and traditions to celebrate, with Onam being the most anticipated and widely celebrated festival. Are you planning to visit God’s Own Country? And are you a mindful traveller who wants much more than a bunch of vacation pictures from Kerala? Connect with us to learn about and celebrate Kerala’s most iconic monsoon harvest festival here in the heart of Fort Kochi!
Starting in June, the monsoon rain pours in Kerala till August and sometimes even mid-September, with dry and cloudy days in between. The monsoon also has a second wave in Kerala between October and November. The Champakkulam boat race, the Nehru trophy boat race, Maritheyyam, rejuvenation therapy for elephants, vavu bali, festivals in temples and churches across the state, Onam, and the Aranmula Valla Sadhya—a giant traditional feast with over 60 varieties of dishes—are some of the most well-known monsoon festivals and cultural celebrations in Kerala. Monsoon is also considered the best time to undergo ayurvedic treatments and rejuvenation therapies in Kerala.
Onam is a signature cultural festival of Kerala, celebrated by every Malayali despite their religious and social background. The harvest festival has an origin story, and it revolves around an asura king, Mahabali, who ruled Kerala long ago. Onam, or Thiruvonam, is the day on which the kind and benevolent king gets to visit his country and people every year from the netherworld, and to honour the king, Keralaites celebrate Onam. During the Onam celebration, everyone dresses up in their new clothes and jewellery, visits family, prepares traditional feasts, arranges flower carpets at home, and plays traditional games and other fun activities in communities. It is a festival to connect with one another and celebrate without the barriers of differences.
Anyone who comes to Kerala can’t leave without visiting Kochi. The international airport and its easy connectivity to the rest of Kerala make it a central point that connects every major destination in Kerala as well as the best first and last point in a traveller’s Kerala itinerary. But Kochi is not just a regular city; it has a glorious history and a legendary shore that has seen the spice trade of ancient times, the arrival of foreign powers in India, and the introduction of ancient cultures, languages, and tastes to each other. Today, Kochi is a coastal city that serves as the industrial and financial capital of Kerala, but it also has historic towns like Fort Kochi, fostering various cultures, art, and history in its old walls and cobbled streets.
Baron’s Villa is a serenely beautiful property built in Indo-Portuguese architectural style in the 15th century. Now renovated and opened for visitors who want to know Kochi better, Baron’s Villa is the perfect choice for you if you are searching for a luxury private residence in the heart of Fort Kochi town. A blend of cultures in the building style itself makes Baron’s Villa a unique property, and to add to that elegance, the villa is artfully decorated with vintage photographs, artefacts, and paintings. A luxurious vacation stay with the privacy of your own home is the dream of every traveller, especially if you are travelling with family or loved ones, and in Kochi, there is no better space for you to experience that comfort!
Are you excited to visit Kochi this monsoon? If yes, we welcome you to Baron’s Villa to celebrate this Onam with us! You will be welcomed to the villa with the quintessential sight of a glorious pookkalam (flower arrangement) and the smell of monsoon stepping into a brief spring in the air. You can connect with the festive spirit of Kerala out in town while also enjoying your laid-back and luxurious experience inside the ancient wall surrounding the villa. The traditional Onam feast called sadhya, the afternoon games, and festivals related to the celebration such as vallamkali (boat race) will all be a unique experience for you if you visit us during this time.
Enjoying cultural performances such as classical music and dance concerts, watching traditional artforms like kathakali, undergoing special ayurvedic treatments, and enjoying a houseboat cruise through the lake are all experiences you can enjoy on a vacation with us. So you can seize your search for top luxury resorts in Ernakulam and choose comfort and luxury together with us! Unlike many top resorts in Ernakulam, Baron’s Villa offers all the luxury facilities, including a private pool with twin jacuzzi and the service of a butler and chef on request, along with the privacy and comfort of a home away from home. Connect with us to learn more about the monsoon in Kerala and our special offers.