Vembanad Lake
The vast network of rivers and canals of Kottayam empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake is situated about 16 kms. from Kottayam town in Kumarakom. This enchanting lake has emerged as a prime picnic spot and a famous backwater tourist destination. This place provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilarating. The serene lake comes alive during Onam with the spectacular snake boat races. It is very amazing to watch hundred of oarsmen in one boat, slicing their way through the waters to the fast rhythm of their own full throated singing. The Kumarakom Tourist Village provides houseboats cruises.
The vast network of rivers and canals of Kottayam empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake is situated about 16 kms. from Kottayam town in Kumarakom. This enchanting lake has emerged as a prime picnic spot and a famous backwater tourist destination. This place provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilarating. The serene lake comes alive during Onam with the spectacular snake boat races. It is very amazing to watch hundred of oarsmen in one boat, slicing their way through the waters to the fast rhythm of their own full throated singing. The Kumarakom Tourist Village provides houseboats cruises.
Kumarakom
Kumarakom is situated about 10 kms. from Kottayam. This idyllic rich green, sleepy little sub-tropical paradise is located on the banks of the Vembanad lake and interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals. The mangrove forests, lush paddy fields and coconut groves add to the beauty of this small water world. Traditional country crafts, boats and canoes floating leisurely on the backwaters are a sight to behold. Kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and a famous backwater tourist destination. This place provides boating, fishing and sightseeing opportunities. There are a number of resorts nearby which offers complete accommodation and activities like Ayurvedic massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and swimming, etc. The main attraction of Kumarakom is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. This place is an ornithologist's paradise and a favourite place for migratory birds like water fowl, cuckoo, owl, duck, egret, darter, heron, teal and Siberian stork. A cruise along the Vembanad lake is the best way to view the bird life.
Kumarakom is situated about 10 kms. from Kottayam. This idyllic rich green, sleepy little sub-tropical paradise is located on the banks of the Vembanad lake and interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals. The mangrove forests, lush paddy fields and coconut groves add to the beauty of this small water world. Traditional country crafts, boats and canoes floating leisurely on the backwaters are a sight to behold. Kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and a famous backwater tourist destination. This place provides boating, fishing and sightseeing opportunities. There are a number of resorts nearby which offers complete accommodation and activities like Ayurvedic massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and swimming, etc. The main attraction of Kumarakom is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. This place is an ornithologist's paradise and a favourite place for migratory birds like water fowl, cuckoo, owl, duck, egret, darter, heron, teal and Siberian stork. A cruise along the Vembanad lake is the best way to view the bird life.
Pathiramanal
According to mythology, a young Brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform his evening ablutions and the water made way for land to rise from below, thus the enchanting island of Pathiramanal (sands of midnight) was created. This little island on the backwaters is a favourite place for hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. The island lies between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom, and is accessible only by boat.
According to mythology, a young Brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform his evening ablutions and the water made way for land to rise from below, thus the enchanting island of Pathiramanal (sands of midnight) was created. This little island on the backwaters is a favourite place for hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. The island lies between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom, and is accessible only by boat.
Ilaveezhapoonchira
Skirting the Kottayam district are beautiful valleys of Ilaveezhapoonchira, spread over thousands of acres. Ilaveezhapoonchira means valley where leaves don't fall and is named so because the place has no trees. This beautiful picnic spot is located in the midst of beautiful hillocks near Kanjar. The verdant landscape is surrounded by three gigantic hills, each rising to around 3200 feet, and is an ideal place for trekking. During monsoons, when the valley fills up to form a scenic lake, this place unveils yet another beautiful slice of nature. This is also one of the best places in Kerala to enjoy both sunrise and sunset.
Skirting the Kottayam district are beautiful valleys of Ilaveezhapoonchira, spread over thousands of acres. Ilaveezhapoonchira means valley where leaves don't fall and is named so because the place has no trees. This beautiful picnic spot is located in the midst of beautiful hillocks near Kanjar. The verdant landscape is surrounded by three gigantic hills, each rising to around 3200 feet, and is an ideal place for trekking. During monsoons, when the valley fills up to form a scenic lake, this place unveils yet another beautiful slice of nature. This is also one of the best places in Kerala to enjoy both sunrise and sunset.
Vagamon
The enchanting hill station of Vagamon is situated on the Idukki-Kottayam border. This hill station is dotted with tea garden and meadows and soon will be one of the India's first ecotourism project. The breeding centre of the Kerala livestock Board is located here.
The enchanting hill station of Vagamon is situated on the Idukki-Kottayam border. This hill station is dotted with tea garden and meadows and soon will be one of the India's first ecotourism project. The breeding centre of the Kerala livestock Board is located here.
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