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A small island on the backwaters
of Alappuzha, is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating
from different parts of the world. Surrounded by the Vembanad
Lake, is accessible only by boat. The green island thus forms
an ideal place for a break in the journey while on a backwater
cruise. The mainland Alappuzha has a vast network of lakes,
lagoons and fresh water rivers criss crossing it. |
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| 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.This is perhaps
the only region in the world where farming is done 1.5 to 2
m below sea level. Inland waterways which flow above land level
are an amazing feature of this region. |
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With the Arabian Sea on the west
and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers
crisscrossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense and natural
beauty. Referred to as the Venice of the east by travelers from
across the world, this backwater country is also home to diverse
animal and bird life. Today it has grown in importance as a
backwater tourist centre, attracting several thousands of tourists. |
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| Ensconsed between the paddy fields
of Kuttanad and the majestic lake of Vembanad. Kumarakom today
is home of hundreds of migratory birds. Birds such as Water
ducks, Cuckoos, Siberian Storkes, make Kumarakom their peaceful
home. A cruise, in a houseboat on the backwater, along the banks
of Kumarakom, is an unforgettable experiance. |
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The stunningly beautiful and serene
stretch of the Thiruvallam backwaters is temptingly close to
Thiruvanthapuram. The renowned canoe rides make Thiruvallam
popular with the tourists. You may even enjoy the water sports
in the lagoon and the move to the beach from the village using
the floating bridge in the waterfront park. A country boat is
the perfect ways to enjoy the backwaters of Thiruvallam. |
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| Cochin boasts of hundreds of islands,
some even uninhabited, and is part of the Backwaters of Kerala.
A famous island is that of Boghatty (local name Mulavukad) where
the Dutch built a palace. This palace was later used as house
of the British Resident administrator. Right now the Dutch Palace
is a tourist hotel, and you are welcome to live there as guest.
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