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| General Information about KUMARAKOM |
Kumarakom :
Area : 2,203 Sq.Km.
Altitude: Sea Level.
Languages : Malayalam, English, Hindi and Tamil.
Best Time to Visit : September to May.
State : Kerala.
STD Code : 0477.
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About Kumarakom
Kumarakom is best described as a picturesque clean village like most places in Kerala. It has lately become a preferred tourist destination. Boat races, houseboat cruise, canoeing and fishing are some of the main attractions of this simple place. The huge houseboats, traditionally known as the Kettuvalloms, are complete with living rooms, toilets, kitchen, balcony for angling and it is possible to live on them for days together for a truly unique experience. These Kettuvalloms are actually remodelled cargo barges made of wooden planks joined together by rope only, without using nails at all. Kumarakom lies in the region of Kuttanad, which is the rice bowl of Kerala. Here farming is done below sea level. The peaceful and quiet, biting fresh air and unspoiled life style of the simple people of Kumarkom are a unique and rejuvenating experience that surpasses any modern entertainment activity or pastime.
HOW TO REACH
By Air : The nearest Airport is The Cochin International Airport which is 70 kms. away from the Muhamma boat jetty
By Rail : The nearest Railway station is at Kottayam and regular local and Express trains connect the city with rest of India.
By Road : Kottayam is 14 kms from Kumarakom and both State highway and National Highway connects it with the rest of the country.
PLACES TO VISIT IN KUMARAKOM
• Water Bird Sanctuary : Spread in an area of 14 acre, the Kumarakom bird sanctuary is lies on the eastern banks of the Vembanad lake. The sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl, water ducks, cuckoos, wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers here. The sanctuary becomes home to several migratory birds in the winter, who arrives here every winter. Here you can spot domestic birds like cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, and waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian storks.
• Backwater Cruise : The backwaters of Kerala - endless miles of serpentine waterways bordered on either side by emerald palms. Tranquil and intoxicating, the backwaters cruise here offer you the experience of a lifetime. In Kumarakom the boat races, backwater houseboat cruise, canoeing and fishing are something not to be missed. A stay at the houseboat, called Kettuvallom (by local people) is an unparalleled experience. The sheer beauty of nature and the composed climate will not fail to touch you at Kumarakom.
• The Vembanad Lake : Kottayam is an immense network of rivers and canals which flows into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. The lake, a charming picnic spot and a fast emerging backwater tourism destination, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly mind blowing.
• Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls : Located 18 km from Kottayam town, is this scenic picnic spot where streams jingles as they make their way through the landscape and waters roar as they cascade down the mountains from a height of 100 ft. Tourists can also enjoy the shade of the rubber plantations here.
• Alleppey : The beautiful coastal town of Alleppey lies close by. With its labyrinth of canals, bridges, silver beaches, makes Alleppey an ideal spot to spend your holidays
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