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Kerala
is known for its panoramic backwater stretches, lush green paddy
fields, highlands and beaches. The major backwater stretch is
in Kottayam district, where a network of rivers and canals empty
into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. Located
at Kumarakom 16 km from Kottayam town, the Vembanad Lake, an enchanting
picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination,
provides boating, fishing and sight seeing experiences that are
truly exhilarating. Kumarakom slumbers on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake. The Vembanad Lake with its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The gorgeous green of the fringed palms ripple in the blue waters and blend into wavelets. 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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