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BACK WATER TOURISM |
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Kerala's backwaters is the most popular tourist attraction of Kerala. The total expanse of backwater stretches over 1500kms, with a network of 44 rivers, lagoons and lakes from north to south. Alleppey which forms the main part of this network has the peculiar geographical feature of having the water in level with the land. This gives the advantage of getting a closer look at the village life on shore while on a backwater ride. The intricate network of canals through this town has earned it the sobriquet "The Venice of the East". |
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| According to one of the popular legends, the warrior sage Parashurama reclaimed the land of Kerala from sea with the power of his characteristic battle-axe. A land of canals and lagoons, lakes and rivers, which Kerala backwaters have now become a part of the lives of its people and a kaleidoscope for the visitors to see the rural and real life in the heart of Kerala. The tough and labor-intensive jobs of boat building, prawn cultivation and coir manufacture are a part of the daily livelihood of Keralites. Alapuzha is often the starting-point of the boat cruise through these backwaters as one reaches the land of Kuttanad, also known as the rice bowl of Kerala because of its paddy fields. Kumarakom has a spectacular lagoon to behold and coconut trees have become icons of Kerala tourism industry. |
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| TRIVANDRUM DISTRICT |
Thiruvallam
Located just 6 Km from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, Thiruvallam is a popular Kerala backwater destination. Known for its canoe rides Thiruvallam is becoming increasingly popular with tourists. Sail along the beautiful backwaters of Thiruvallam while on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater. Two rivers, the Killi and the Karamana come together at Thiruvallam. There is also a historic temple dedicated to Parshurama, who is said to have created Kerala according to Hindu legend, at Thiruvallam. Many pilgrims come here to perform rituals in honor of their ancestors. You can see the beautiful landscape and historic attractions of Thiruvallam on Kerala Tours with Kerala Backwater. |
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Veli Tourist Village
the Veli lagoon and the Arabian sea border this delightful tourist village. The lagoon here is separated from the sea by a narrow sand bar. Facilities include water sports in the lagoon as well as an 18-acre waterfront park with a floating bridge that connects the village to the beach. |
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| KOLLAM DISTRICT |
| Alumkadavu is a quiet little backwater village is famed for its boat-building yard. The gigantic cargo boats of rural Kerala were once built out here. Today they have been replaced by modern means of transport, and they have been converted into houseboats. |
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| ALLAPUZHA DISTRICT |
Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala, with her immensely rich wealth of paddy crops is at the very heart of the backwaters. The scenic countryside and the iridescent waterways make the visit here unforgettable. This is one of the places in the world where farming is done below sea level. Inland waterways, which flow above land level, are an amazing feature of this unique land. Pathiramanal is a little island on the backwaters and is a favorite stomping ground of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. This island is accessible only by boat. |
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| KOTTAYAM DISTRICT |
| Bordered by the lofty Western Chats on the east, the Vembanad Lake and the paddy fields of Kuttanad on the west, Kottayam is a land of unique characteristics. Panoramic backwater expanse, luxuriant paddy fields, moorlands and extensive rubber plantations have given this district the title: the land of letters, latex and lakes. |
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| KASARGODE DISTRICT |
| The most picturesque backwater stretch in Kerala, Valiyaparmba is fed by four rivers and dotted with numerous little islands. a much favored backwater resort one of the attractions is that it offers enchanting boat cruises. |
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| COCHIN |
| Cochin now known as Kochi is one of the most visited Kerala Backwater destinations. Cochin port is famous for its spices, exported to the west from ancient times to the present day. The Jewish Synagogue, Fort Cochin, The Matancherry Palace built by the Dutch and St Francis Church are popular tourist attractions in Cochin, visited by tourists on Kerala Backwater tours.Kochi also called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea," receives many visitors round the year who travel to Kerala to see its tourist attractions and because Cochin is Kerala's industrial and commercial capital. Many backwater cruises begin or end in Cochin. You're sure to find a Kerala backwater tour that will enchant and refresh you when you stay in Cochin. Enjoy the Kerala backwater tourist attractions of Cochin while staying at hotels in Cochin |
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| KUMARAKOM |
| Kumarakom in Kerala is a beautiful backwater destination. Located on the picturesque Vembanad Lake Kumarakom has to be seen to be believed. Kumarakom consists of a cluster of islands which have been converted into a number of tourist resorts. Popular with the discerning luxury tourist, Kumarakom is a must visit on your Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater. Kumarakom is enthrallingly beautiful. The blue backwaters and the surface of Vembanad Lake reflect the azure sky. The amazing shades of green of the vegetation that include mangroves, coconut palms, and paddy fields cover the verdant countryside. Channels and waterways wind their way through this green paradise. |
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| KUTTANAD |
Kuttanad is a favorite Kerala backwater destination on Kerala backwater tours. Kuttanad is also known as the "Rice Bowl of Kerala" and is characterized by its green landscape. Travel to Kuttanad and see the scenic beauty of this Kerala backwater destination on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater. Kuttanad is crisscrossed with waterways that run alongside fields of cassava, banana and yam, as well as emerald green fields of paddy. A unique feature of Kuttanad is that many of these fields are below sea level. The fields are surrounded by earthen bunds and crops are grown on the low-lying ground.
Kuttanad is a backwater paradise and an ideal destination for a backwater cruise in Kerala. Its innumerable streams, channels, waterways and lakes make it possible to drift along in a houseboat and enjoy the scenic view of the Kerala countryside. Have a memorable holiday while on Kerala tours in Kuttanad with Kerala Backwater.
Your Kerala Backwater tours of Kuttanad are sure to leave you with unforgettable memories. Your houseboat will be trailed by flocks of ducks, coir workers processing coir look up from their tasks and wave as you pass by, otters and water birds can be seen on the edges of the waterways, and the sound of rippling water is a soothing lullaby as you sail along on a houseboat through the backwaters of Kuttanad. Gather a host of unforgettable memories while on Kerala tours in Kuttanad with Kerala Backwater. |
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