Kerala's centuries-old, palm fringed and picture perfect backwaters and mirror still
lagoons stretch over 1900 kms. Kerala lives along these backwaters. They snake over
the land, bestowing paddy fields with good harvests, and provide the whole village
with drinking water and other facilities. The backwaters refer to the large inland
lakes of Kerala. Today these backwaters act as vital water ways for the transport
of goods, people and produce. They are often the only link between remote, isolated
villages and crowded town pockets. It's an incredible experience to float on these
soothing waters in a country craft to absorb this unusual representation of Kerala. We
also offer Kerala homestay tour in Southern India.
Kerala Backwater Destinations Are :
Backwaters of Thiruvananthapuram
Backwaters of Cochin
Backwaters of Alappuzha
Backwaters of Kumarakom
Backwaters of Alleppey
Backwaters of Kollam
Backwaters of Thiruvananthapuram
The capital city of the kaleidoscopic Thiruvananthapuram is a terrific Kerala tourism destination. Thiruvananthapuram is a major center for tourists, politics and industries.
The soothing shoreline, beautiful beaches and the backwater stretches make Thiruvananthapuram
few of the most frequently visit backwater holiday destination for the tourists
to Kerala. The sacred city of the snake is scintillating for the tourists especially
during the festivities of the harvest season of Onam. You must pray at the various
temples. The architectural planning, the greens and the moderate temperatures of
the city throughout the year make the tour even more enchanting.
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Backwaters of Alappuzha
Alappuzha figures prominently on the tourist trail as one of the major centres for
backwater boat trips, served by ferries to Quilon and Kottayam in particular. One
of the best-known ports along the coast of Malabar, it is often referred to as the
‘Venice of the East'.
The alluring Alappuzha with its lovely lakes, lagoons and the fresh water rivers
will not fail to sweep you off your feet. The stunningly gorgeous ‘Venice of the
East' has more than the boat races, houseboats, beaches, marine products and the
coir industry; Alappuzha is home to the diverse animal and bird life. The rich crop
of bananas, yams and cassava will surely catch your eye. Kuttanad in the heart of
the backwaters of Alappuzha owing to its richness of the paddy crops is referred
to as the rice bowl of Kerala. The half an hour journey by speedboat to the nearby
island of Pathiramanal will reveal the range of rare migratory birds that fly from
various parts of the world.
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Backwaters of Cochin
Come into Cochin (Kochi), Queen of the Arabian Sea. Believed to be the finest natural
harbour in the world. With ferry rides commanding its breathtaking view. Cruise
around man-made islands with lush green lawns sloping down to the water's edge.
Cochin is the oldest European settlement in India. Recording a history of visitors
who came, saw and stayed for hundreds of years. Layered impressions - Chinese, Arab,
Jewish, British, French and Portuguese, are contained within its environment.
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Backwaters of Alleppey
The sweeping network of canals, honey-combing the town of Alleppey (Alappuzha) has
earned for the place its sobriquet - "The Venice of the East." Small, low-slung
country boats are the taxis of this waterland.
It is a heart-warming sight to see them carry a motley assemblage of cycles, goats,
fisherwomen with cane baskets, school children, toddy-tappers with their knives
and pots, duennas in white with gold earrings, Syrian Christian priests and a bare-chested
boatman apiece.
Do not miss out on a ride into Kuttanad through shimmering, green paddy fields and
tail-wagging, head-bobbing groups of ducks. The coir-workers too present an interesting
sight as they soak coconut fibre in pools, beat them out and weave the tough brown
strands into long ropes on spindles stretched between endless coconut trees.
Alleppey becomes the cynosure of the eyes of the world in August - September, every
year, as it plays host to the celebrated Snake Boat Races - a water regatta unique
to Kerala.
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Backwaters of Kumarakom
The enchanting backwater destination of Kumarakom is a small village that is a cluster
of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerela.
Kumarkom strengthens Kerala's reputation for being God's own country with its unbelievably
beautiful mangrove forests, coconut groves and emerald green paddy fields interspersed
with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with while lillies. It is part of the
Kuttanad region, and the bird sanctuary here spread across 14 acres of any ornithologist's
paradise.
This enchanting backwater destination offers visitors many leisure options. From
wandering into the depths of its wildlife sanctuary to cruising down the back waters
and fishing, Kumarkom is perfect for a lazy and laid back holiday.
The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round
the islands, as hundreds of swaying verdant coconut palms lining the rivers lean
to brush the tops of your heads. Kumarkom is an example of nature at her bountiful
best in the fragrant flowers, the riot of multi coloured birds, the surrounding
greenry and the clear waters.
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Backwaters of Kollam
Located 71 km to the north of Thiruvananthapuram, this historic coastline district
known for its marine and cashew industries was one of the oldest ports on the Malabar
coast and a major international trading point in day gone by.
The district also has some interesting historic remnants and a number of temples
built in the traditional ornate architectural style.
30% of this historic town is covered by the renowned Ashtamudi Lake, making it the
gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala. The eight hour trip between Kollam
and Alappuzha is the longest backwater Holiday cruise in Kerala state. The District Tourism Promotion
Council here offers a wide range of backwater tours and cruises.
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