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Kerala Backwater Tours

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Kerala the state situated in the south western part of India is the preferred tourist destination for tour and travels in India. This enchantingly beautiful state offers tourists to explore the rustic charm of the state enjoying the backwater cruise on a traditional country made boat called Kettuvellam. Backwaters are the predominant attraction of tourists in Kerala that are uniquely blessed with beauty of nature. Kerala is in fact blessed with scintillating natural beauty among which the backwaters are the major ones. They are the most beautiful attraction of the state that plays a major role in boosting up the tourism in the state and hence contributing a lot in the growth of the national income.

Backwaters of Kerala are the series of interconnected waterways, lakes, river, inlets and riverine estuaries that form the enmeshed series along the costal region of Kerala. Some of the popular backwater destinations of Kerala are Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kozhikode, Mararikulam, etc. These backwaters are the preferred ones of hundred and thousands of tourists all the year round.

Alleppey- Backwater tour in Alleppey offers tourists to explore the unique charm of the beauty of nature. Once the houseboat starts floating on the breathtaking backwater of Alleppey, tourists will enter to the world of wonderments. Tourists can catch the view of the astounding beauty of nature, cascading waterfalls, exotic restaurant, coir villages, historical monuments, etc. Alleppey is also the home of Kuttanad “The Rice Bowl of India”. It is one such place in the world were farming is done below the sea level. Come and enjoy the charm of the Alleppey and store delightful memories to cherish for lifetime.

Kumarakom- Kumarakom slumbers on the bank of the Vambanad Lake. Kumarakom backwater takes you to the agriculture site where tourists can have the view of the luxurious emerald paddy fields dotted with palm trees, coir villages, fishing villages, etc. It also offer tourist to explore the rich flora and fauna of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary known for rich and diverse wildlife.

Cochin- Cochin is the most preferred backwater destination of Kerala. Famously known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, most of the backwater cruise starts and ends here in Cochin. The criss cross waterways will offer you the view of the many historical palaces and monuments, that make your Kerala backwater tours more memorable.

Kollam- Kollam is a small district in Kerala bestowed with unique natural beauty and backwaters. The place comprise of breathtaking backwaters, plains, sea, mountains, whistling rivers and beautiful landscapes. Cruising over the Kollam backwaters will truly be the most delightful experience of the backwater Kerala.

Kozhikode: Kazhikode backwater will take you through the momentous journey that will give tourists remarkable memories to cherish throughout their lifetime. Sailing through the pristine Kallai and Canoli River, backwater takes you to the world of wonderments where beauty of nature never fails to lure the heart of tourists.

These are some of the prime backwater destinations of Kerala that are visited by tourists all the year round. Some other popular backwaters of Kerala are Kasargod, Munroe Island, Thiruvallam, etc. The attractiveness of Kerala backwaters appeals tourists from all the nook and corner of the world. Tourists enjoying the cruise staying in the houseboat in backwaters will surely get enchanted with the mesmerizing beauty of these backwaters. They will truly love it and will cherish the delightful backwater tour throughout their lifetime.

About Author ::

Joseph Moore is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for Backwater Kerala and Houseboats in Backwater. Find more packages at http://www.keralahouseboat.org/

Delightful Backwaters Cruise on Kerala Tours & Travels

Thursday, July 9th, 2009

Kerala is an India state situated in the southwestern part of India. It is the most beautiful state of India gifted with scintillating natural beauty; palm fringed beaches, exotic flora and fauna, historical charm, warm hospitality, Ayurvedic resorts and lot more tourist attractions. Nature have blessed this state immensely and have made it one of the sought after tourist destination of India. It is the best place for memorable and delightful vacation. Every year tourists quite in a good number visit this God’s Own Country to grab the mesmeric natural beauty. It is the ideal destination for vacationers, honeymooners, travellers, wildlife lovers and nature lovers. Due to its immense natural beauty and captivating backwaters, Kerala’s name has been listed in the top 50 must visit destinations of the world. Come and explore the mesmerizing beauty of the state and register memorable moments to cherish throughout your lifetime.

Kerala backwaters are formed by the interconnected backwaters, lagoons, lakes, rivers, etc that spreads over 900 kms. Along the midst of the beautiful landscape of backwater there are many beautiful towns and cities. Some of these beautiful cities and towns serve as the starting and ending point of the backwaters cruise. There are several backwaters destinations in Kerala that are charming and beautiful. All of the backwater destinations have their own unique charm and significance. Tourist coming from all over the world never fails to enjoy the delightful cruise on the glittering backwaters.

There are several backwaters destinations in Kerala that are worth exploring on Kerala tours. Some of the famous backwater destinations are:

Kuttanad: Kuttanad is the charming and favourite backwater destination of Kerala. Popularly known as the Rice Bowl of Kerala this beautiful backwater destination provides scenic beauty of the paddy fields, lush green forest, exotic resorts and scenic beauty of the landscapes. Enjoying the cruise on this picturesque backwater of Kuttanad provides delightful experience of Kerala backwater tours.

Kasargod: Kasargod in the north of Kerala is the beautiful backwater destination. It is known for its rice cultivation, coir processing and lovely landscapes. Kasargod backwater cruise provides the view of the scenic vistas, rural village, emerald paddy fields and many captivating natural beauty. Tourists will sure fall in love with the mesmerizing charm of the backwater of Kasargod.

Alappuzha: Alappuzha also known as the Venice of the East is the most beautiful backwater destination of Kerala. Most of the backwater cruise of Kerala starts and ends in Alappuzha. Backwater cruise in Alappuzha provides the refreshing view of nature, lush greenery, birds, etc. It is also famous for National snake boat race that is held during the Onam festival. Participants from all over the country come here to take part in the national snake boat race. During the boat race tourist from across India gathers to enjoy the exciting houseboat race.

Kozhikode: Kozhikode is the unexplored backwater destination of Kerala. Previously known as the Calicut the backwater cruise in Kozhikode provides the view of the historical building, greenery of the countryside and many fascinating natural beauty. Korapuzha, the venue of the Korapuzha Jalotsavami in Kozhikode is now becoming popular water sport destination. Tourist coming to this beautiful destination enjoys the backwater cruise and mesmeric vacation staying in the houseboat in Kerala. Houseboats are small tailor made boat made up without using a single nail. More of all they are exquisitely designed and are furnished with all the modern amenities. Tourists enjoying the cruise often stay in the houseboat to enjoy the charm of the backwater houseboat Kerala.

There are many other captivating backwater destinations in Kerala that are worth visiting and exploring. Infact the backwaters are the boon for the Kerala tourism. Visit this beautiful state of India and enjoy mesmeric vacation in this state.

About Author ::

Joseph Moore is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for Kerala house boats and Kumarakom Houseboat. Find more package at http://www.keralahouseboat.org/