Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Kumarakom - Backwater Paradise

A small town, Kumarakom lies 12 km from Kottayam on the shores of the beautiful Vembanad Lake. Blessed with mild tropical climate varying between 16C to 38C, Kumarakom draws tourists round the year. Kumarakom is a part of the Kuttanad region, consists of a cluster of little islands. Perched on the eastern banks of the Vembanad Lake – the tiny hamlet is flanked by a stretch of backwater spreading over 900 sq km. Kumaramkom is a nature’s paradise and it retains its tradition and culture.

Tourist’s delight in Kumarakom include the captivating coconut canopies, the clean beaches and the swaying palms. A gentle walk on the beaches with the stars above and sound of the waves hurtling on the rocks offers a romantic setting for both honeymooners and tourists alike. Kumarakom is dotted with a number of resorts, which offer Ayurveda, Yoga and meditation programmes. The resort also offers facilities of sunbathing, swimming, catamaran cruises, watersports, voleyball, water sailing, wind sailing and fishing.

Other attractions of Kumarakom include the Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Erumely – Sastha temple, churches at Kottayam, Vagamon – the trekker’s paradise, Aranmula – the centre of bell metal mirror crafts, Thangal para, Indo – Swiss Project, Kurisumala Ashram and Elaveezha Poonchira – Shiva Temple, the bird sanctuary, coconut lagoon and Baker’s bungalow.

Access to Kumarakom
Air – Cochin International Airport and Trivandrum International Airport are nearest airports from Kumarakom.

Rail – Kottayam is the nearest railhead, located at the distance of 16 kms from Kumarkom

Road – Buses and taxis are easily available at regular intervals from Kottayam to Kumarakom

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