Tourism In Kerala

Backwaters

		Alappuzha Canal : The vast network of canals and its promenades lined with eateries, shops selling ethnic artefacts and so on are a major tourist attraction.

		Ashtamudi: So called because of its 8 arms or channels, Ashtamudi Lake is the gateway to the backwaters. Located in Kollam District, this lake 16 km long and the second largest in Kerala, finds its way into the sea through the Neendakara estuary. The Kollam Boat Club provides boat rides on the lake as well as houseboat cruises.

		Kavvayi Kayal : In Kannur, an inspiring stretch of water body Kavvayi Kayal could perhaps be your next, most fascinating destination among the backwaters in Kerala. The backwaters down the south of Kerala; like those in and around Kollam and Alappuzha have their own unique attractions, surroundings and ways of life. Kavvayi Kayal too has its own unique elements that could easily make you fall in love with it.

		Kuttanad : Kuttanad,called the rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops,is at the very heart of the backwaters.The scenic countryside of Kuttanad with its shimmering waterways also has a rich crop of banana, cassava and yam.
		Padanna Backwaters : Much of the popular backwater attractions of Kerala are located in the southern and central parts of the State. Contrary to this belief, Footnotes, this month takes you to a serene backwater network in the northern most district of Kerala – Kasaragod. Here adjoining the backwaters of Valliyaparampu lies a beautiful backwater village of Thekkekadu, which has an inspiring story to share with its visitors.

		Sasthamkotta: Queen of Lakes, Kollam : Sasthamkotta, situated about 29 kms from Kollam town, can be rightly called the 'Queen of Lakes'. This vast fresh water lake flanked by hills on three sides is the largest of its kind in Kerala. The ancient Sastha Temple, which lends its name to the town, is an important pilgrim centre.

		The Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom: (16 km from Kottayam town)Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals which empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. The lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilarating.

		Akkulam Tourist Village About 10 km from Thiruvananthapuram city, south Kerala.A backwater destination and a beautiful picnic spot.

Geographically, Kerala is at the southernmost tip of INDIA. The most advanced society in India with the highest physical quality of life index, no place on earth is perhaps as naturally green as breathtakingly endowed, green, green Kerala.

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