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Kerala Backwaters
Kerala Backwaters Tours
Move through quite backwaters
of Kerala in a Kettuvallom (Luxurious Houseboat), where the only noise disturbing
you will be the sound of water rippling along the sides of your boat. Feel completely
relaxed as you move through the lush countryside, swaying palm trees and tranquil
environs - a perfect setting to spend a weekend with that special someone. Watch
the Keralan rural people go about their daily routine and experience the lifestyle
which is completely unknown to the rest of the world. Kerala backwater
tours is a remarkable experience in nature's lap.
The backwaters of
Kerala are one of the major tourist attractions of the state. The backwater
Destinations in Kerala are a network of exquisite channels, lakes, lagoons and
deltas of about 44 rivers which fall into the Arabian Sea. These serene waters
extend to an area of about 1,900 km with 900 km of it being navigable.
Popular Backwater
Destinations in Kerala
» Kochi : Kochi or Cochin is one of the most visited backwater
destinations in Kerala. The Dutch Palace of Matancherry and the St. Francis
Church are the popular attractions visited by tourists on a Kerala backwaters
tours. The city which houses many luxurious hotels is also the starting and
end point of many backwater cruises. The Cochin harbour and the Jewish Synagogue
are other famous attractions here.
» Alappuzha : Alappuzha or Alleppey is surrounded by waterways
and canals which make it a favoured destination for tourists from around the
world. Floating in a houseboat on the serene backwaters with greenery on the
shores is a refreshing experience. Like many other parts of Kerala, Alappuzha
is also famous for its ancient temples and churches. Another major attraction
of the place is the Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race which is held around the time
of Onam every year and witnessed by a large number of tourists.
» Kollam : Situated
71 km north of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam is the gateway to the backwaters of
Kerala. In ancient times, traders visited Kollam from far away places to export
spices, sandalwood, ivory and coir, which remain the main produce of the place
even today. Most of the backwaters here are made up of the Ashtamudi Lake, which
covers around 30% of the town. The boat ride from Kollam to Alappuzha which
takes around 8 hours is one of the main backwater attractions.
» Kumarakom backwaters : The tranquil kumarakom backwaters surrounded
by serene environs of Kumarakom have to be seen to be believed. Made up of a
number of islands on the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a perfect destination for
tourists who want to enjoy the serenity of the countryside while experiencing
new age luxuries and amenities. While experiencing Kumarakom backwaters,
the Vembanad Sanctuary is another major attraction where you can catch a glimpse
of some rare birds including terns, gulls, herons, lapwings, kingfishers, stilts
and Brahminy kites.
» Kozhikode : The picturesque city of Kozhikode, known as Calicut
in the past, is situated in the northern part of Kerala. The area is blessed
with many rivers which give the place its amazing backwaters. The district is
known for its natural wonders and artificial creations. The museum and art gallery
have a collection of antique furniture and other valuable objects. The beach
resorts and the temples are other major attractions of the place. With its amazing
natural beauty and other places of diverse interests, Kozhikode is a must visit
for all.
Getting There
» By Air : Kerala is well connected to the rest of the world
through its three airports at Thiruvananthapuram (International Airport), Kochi
and Kozhikode. Domestic flights from the state fly to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore,
Chennai while international flights provide services to and from Colombo, Maldives,
Dubai, Sharjah, Bahrain, Doha, Ras-al-Khaimah, Kuwait, Riyadh, Fujairah and
Singapore.
» By Rail : Around 200 railway stations are situated around
the state which connect to many places inside the state and other major Indian
cities including Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata.
» By Road : A well built road network connects Kerala with other
cities in India.
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