A Magnificent Attractions And Memorable Journey With Kumarakom Houseboats

By Author: Vijay Joshi
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Located at south-western region of India, Kerala is the most sought after tour and travel destination in South-Asia magnets tourists from across the world throughout the year. Nature has blessed this state with such attractions which never fail to grab the heart of its spectators. People who fascinates by nature and whish to spend their time in the lap of Mother-Nature then it would be best place for you.

The significance of this place can not be descried in human descriptions. Along with its natural attractions it is equally famous for its incredible culture, exotic food, and top class luxurious accommodations which gives all the facilities to their vacationers. Among numerous attractions such as refreshing hill stations, exotic wildlife parks, palm-fringed beaches and etc backwaters are vary popular among vacationers which gives unforgettable holidaying experience and fill their heart with fun and ecstasy.

Backwaters are the perfect combination of lagoons, lakes, inlets and several rivers which team up together and form the breathtaking locale and we called it backwaters which are extremely beautiful and worth-visiting ...
... in a lifetime span. Most of the people visit this state only to explore picturesque backwaters which gives treat to the eyes and rejuvenate the body and soul.

There are copious backwater destinations in this state where you can go for backwater cruise but it is however not possible without country’s houseboats also known as Kettuvallams in the traditional language. Kerala Backwater Tours are becoming very popular among vacationers especially honeymooners which takes them another romantic world and fill their heart with fun and happiness. Without Kettuvallams no one can imagine the backwater cruise in this state. Before advent of the road and due to lack of good transportation facilities, Kettuvallams or houseboats were only used for the transportation purpose which later modified with excellent infrastructure and today playing a dominant role in state tourism.

The important features of any houseboats include bath-attached deluxe rooms, private balcony, sun-deck, kitchenette with the availability of cook and guide. Houseboat tours takes you not only in the beautiful world or water and wonderments but at the same time give an opportunity to understand the rural life of the Kerala’n people life and culture. During houseboat cruise in this state you will pass through picturesque landscapes, palm and coconut groves, magnificent churches and green vegetation. Among many some of the exotic backwater destinations of this state are Alleppey, Fort-kochi, Kumrakom, Kovalam and many more.

Among these backwater destinations, Kumrakom is one of the finest backwater destinations in Kerala located at the picturesque Vembanad Lake. Famous for breathtaking natural attractions and wonderments its significance is also mentioned in the well famous novel ‘The God of Small Things’ has written by booker prize winner Arundhati Roy. Among numerous attractions and wonderments it is well famous for National Bird Sanctuary where you can explore the varieties of birds and marine animals such as egrets, herons, kingfishers and many more. Apart from exploring the colorful birds they can explore many other attractions that can be well explored through Kumrakom Houseboats.

Vijay Joshi is an eminent travel analyst and writer giving information about Backwater Kerala .