Kerala, Known as god's own country is one of the most famous Tourist destination in India. Kerala has a number of tourist destinations that will enchant any nature lover like hills, Kerala backwaters, beaches, waterfalls and wildlife. Houseboat journey through backwaters is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing things you can do in Kerala.
Boating is not only one of the major entertainment events but it is also a better option to watch out some of the most awesome scenes like the coconut palms standing in line on the river-sides, glittering red-sun kissing on the other end of the water, fisherman casting nets for a catch, and so on. Freshly cooked Kerala special delicious food and hot black tea make the experience even more enjoyable. There are a lot of backwater tourist destinations in Kerala such as Alleppy, Kumarakom, Kuttanad and Kollam
Alleppey is also Known as the Venice of the East. It is one of the most famous tourists place in Kerala because of the large network of inland canals. Almost all Kerala backwater cruises are either start or end at this point and are known as the center of the coir industry. Houseboat journey through Alleppey backwater will be a pleasurable experience for the tourists. One of the best time to visit Alleppey offers is during the Aranmula Snake Boat Race. It is the annual affair and if formally known as Nehru boat race. This event is a huge success among the tourists and locals.
Kumarakom
Kumarakom has situated about 16 km from Kottayam along the Vembanad Lake. The view offered from Kumarakom is Amazing, the green paddy fields and the mangrove forests are attracting everyone who visits the place. The Kumarakom bird sanctuary is a favorite place of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. And the main thing attracts visitors to Kumarakom is, it is one of the best places in Kerala for Ayurveda.
Kuttanad
Kuttanad is known as the rice bowl of Kerala. Kuttanad is a part of Alappuzha District and covers the center part of the backwaters. According to the geographical feature of Kuttanad, it is the lowest place in India and lies below the sea level. And Kuttanad is one of the place in the world where farming happens below the sea level. There are several attractions to Kuttanad. The main attracting factor is the scenery created by paddy fields, backwaters and leafy shores.
Kollam- Ashtamudi Kayal
One who has seen Kollam doesn't need his Illam" (Namboodiri Brahmin mansions are called Illoms in Malayalam). This old Malayalam saying gives ample proof of the tempting beauty of this old sea port town, on the banks of the Ashtamudi Lake, Kollam. Coconut palms that border the banks of the Lake are giving more attraction for this lake. Tourists can travel from Alappuzha to Kollam on boats to explore the lake's beauty further. Being very large, a tourist can fully view the Ashtamudi Lake only by travels through the boat.
