Kerala, a renowned as Gods Own Country has a unique type of geographical feature which couldnt be found in the rest part of the world. This tour is famous over the entire world as Kerala Backwater tour. The picturesque view of this backwaters and its surrounding attracts numerous visitors from all over the world.
Destinations of Kerala Backwater:
Kumarakom This destination is on the bank of the Vembanad Lake; the impressive views of paddy fields, mangroves and coconut groves captivate attention of the visitors. In the journey of Kumarakom backwater one can see the traditional boats and canoes. The green surroundings, fresh water and refreshing environment feel the travelers that they are taking the journey in paradise.
Alleppey Alleppey or Alappuzha is known as the Venice of the East and famous for marine and coir products, beaches, houseboat holidays and boat race. This is the place where narrow lagoons, lakes, rivers and canals are meeting. The surrounding has a coconut plantation, banana, lush green paddy fields and others. One can also see many aquatic species like prawns, fishes, mussels and much more. Kuttunad the rice bowl of Kerala is in the middle of this backwater and this is the main attraction of the visitors.
And other destinations are Kollam, Kochi, Thiruvanathapuram, Veli, Kozhikode, Kasargode and Ernakulam.
Significance of Backwaters:
Past When technology was not much advanced these backwaters are the highways for local people. Goods and passengers were transported through these backwaters from one place to another. And, these were the livelihood of the fishermen and women.
Present As the technology become advanced and these are utilized as the source of income for the state. Tourism industry is developing day by day and these amazing networks of lakes, rivers, canals and lagoons attract visitors from different part of the world for backwater cruising activities.
Future The backwater was very important in past as well as in present too. It is promise that in future too will maintain harmony between the Keralas lands and water.
Backwater tour Kerala India is an amazing experience its not just only a simple happiness. Houseboat cruising and exploring interesting the destinations is the integral part of the tour.