Kerala
- Kumarakom
 Kumarakom
is an breathtakingly beautiful paradise stocked with divine mangroves
and coconut groves, lush green paddy fields, gushing waters snaking
through the dense forests and the magnificent delicate fluttering
blossoms. The place is located on the Vembanad Lake. This illustrious
land is recognized for its traditional country crafts. There are
exquisite boats and canoes that take you on a cruise round the lake.
Fantastic resorts are available nearby that offer leisurely
accommodation with an ever increasing line of facilities provided like
Ayurvedic massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and
swimming.
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary : This fabulous bird sanctuary is on the
banks of the Vembanad lake house. An ornithologist's delight, this
place is the favourite haunt of the migratory birds like the Siberian
stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. Among the other species are the
woodpecker, skylark, crane, water hen and parrots. To get the right
feel of the place, once should cruise along the lake. Take a look at
Pathiramanal too, which is a delightful island on the lake and can be
accessed by boat from here.
The entire state of Kerala is blessed with plenty of rivers and the
resources of many are still untapped. The waterways of Kerala play a
main role in the economy of the state, links remote villages and
islands with the main land. The water ways provide a cheap and
economical mode of transport. It is incredibly different experience to
cruise in the backwaters in country boats, absorbing the beauty of
Kerala villages. The scenery flashes up vivid contrasts of
breath-taking greens and deep blues. Boat rides, houseboat cruises and
holiday packages are available for tourist and others at nominal
rates. The serene lake comes alive during Onam with a spectacular
water regatta-the snake boat races. It is indeed amazing to watch
oarsmen, at least a hundred in one boat, slice their way through the
waters to the rhythm of their own full throated singing.
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