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| BACKWATER DESTINATIONS IN KERALA |
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The backwaters in Kerala are a world of serenity and wonderment. The coastal regions of Kerala have a network of waterways, inlets from the sea, estuaries of over forty rivers, lakes and natural canals connecting coastal towns. This interlinked body of waterways is known as the backwaters in Kerala. Over 900 Km of the Kerala backwaters are navigable and have been used for centuries by the local people for transportation. You can travel on these waterways on a traditional houseboat and enjoy the scenic beauty of the backwaters in Kerala, while on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwaters
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| Some of the scenic Kerala backwater destinations that you can see on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater are: |
| Alleppey |
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Alleppey, A luxury Kerala backwater destination, surrounds you with serene greens and glittering water channels that snake the way through dense green thickets in lazy splendor.Alleppey is world famous for its boat races(vellam kali), houseboats cruises, coir products, fish and lakes. This land called Venice of the East remains as the one stop destination for tourist whole over the world as one of the major centers for backwater boat trips. Here you can come and experience the life which revolves around water.
Alappuzha, home to Kuttanad is the most beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of the snake boat |
races are conducted and a majority of the rice boat & houseboat cruises are scheduled. A backwater cruise on the Punnamada Kayal takes you along canals past scenic islands offering sublime views of coconut and paddy fields, chinese fishing nets and toddy tappers at work.
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| Kumarakom |
Kumarakom 14 kms from Kottayam is a group of small islands on the fresh water lake Vembanad Lake and a pretty, clean village like most places in Kerala. The lake is a delightful picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination in India, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing.Kumarakom is a protected area for indigenous and migratory birds. The main attraction in this area is the beautiful Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary spread across 14 acres. It is a favorite haunt of migratory birds such as egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork. Boat trips offer visitors the chance to get closer to the habitats of these birds without destroying anything of their delicate ecosystem.Kumarakom honeymoon packages have become increasingly popular due to its famous backwaters.
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Kumarakom Tour is equally famous as backwater tour of Kerala,Kumarakom lies at one edge of Vembanad lake and is world famous for its backwaters.Any Tour Package to Kerala includes Kumarakom honeymoon tour in its itinerary and is one of the most important essential component while designing Kerala Tour Package.
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| Kollam |
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It is located at a distance of 71 kms to the north of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). Kollam forms a main destination on Luxury Kerala Travel Backwaters. 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. Visit the temples of Kollam, built in the traditional ornate architectural style. The renowned Ashtamudi Lake makes Kollam, a popular gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala. It covers 30% of this historic town and a visit to Kerala would take you on an eight-hour trip between Kollam and Alappuzha, the longest backwater cruise in Kerala. |
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| Cochin |
If you really want to know what are the ingredients that make a paradise, visit Cochin backwaters. An ideal way to unwind in the stunningly beautiful and calm waters is by going for a sail in Kochi back waters. To unwind and relax and spend some quiet moments with nature, head out for the mesmerizing backwaters of Cochin. Cochin is said to be the best natural harbor in the world and is basically a small group of islands on the Vembanad Lake. This vast lake opens into the Arabian Sea thus providing natural harbor facilities to ships.
The fascinating coconut trees that line the long stretches of calm waters are a photographer's delight. The place looks
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no less than paradise, untouched by time. It is as if time skipped this part of Cochin. The peace and tranquil that you experience here is beyond comprehending in words. It is feeling of living again. Cochin backwaters infuse a new life and energy into you. You will be amazed by the way you unwind and feel rejuvenated by the calm atmosphere. The best way to explore the backwaters is on houseboats. Lie comfortably on the couch and close your eyes while enjoying the soft gurgling of water.
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