Backwaters travel in South India is an exhilarating experience. The backwaters of Kerala in South India are famous and a great tourist attraction. The coastal regions of Kerala have a network of waterways, inlets from the sea, estuaries of many rivers, lakes and natural canals connecting coastal towns. These waterways are known as the backwaters of Kerala. For centuries, these backwaters are used for transportation by the local people of Kerala. The freshwater from the rivers meet the sea water from the Arabian sea. Also many species live along the backwaters of Kerala, such as waterbirds, crabs, frogs and many other types. The people along the backwaters live a traditional way of life. The world famous snake boat races take place in these backwaters.
Some of the popular backwater destinations are -
Kochi, popularly known as Queen of Arabian Sea
Alappuzha, which is popularly known as Venice of India
Kumarakom, one of the most sought after destinations in the Vembanad Lake
Kuttanad, where cultivation is done below sea level, also known as Rice Bowl of Kerala
Kollam, an ancient port on the edge of the Ashthamudi Lake
Kazargod in North Kerala
Kozhikode, the historic place where the Portuguese traveller Vasco Da Gama landed
Thiruvallam, located 6 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram.
Many of these places have ayurvedic resorts, too.
Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the citadel of House Boats. There are many of them, well maintained and perfected as luxury boats. By setting on a cruise you can experience the enthralling beauty of the Kerala Backwaters. The houseboats in Kerala offer a great way to experience the fascinating ecology of Kerala.
Many people enjoy their honeymoon holidays in the backwaters of the greeny land of Kerala, many others come here just to have a stunning experience of a slow cruise in the houseboats with all modern facilities, through the rippling of the murmurs of the backwater.
The House Boats are huge, slow moving, exotic barges designed for sheer leisure trips allowing the tourists ample time to patiently observe Mother Nature's beauty. The travelers can see the day to day life going on there and also enjoy the finest and fresh local delicacies as you float on the backwaters.
At the end of the backwaters travel in South India, one feels refreshed and rejuvenated.
Lakshmi Menon is a freelance writer and provides information about the Destinations of South India. See her website for more information about Backwaters of Kerala, and more
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