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Information about Kumarakom
Kumarakom is the famous backwater tourist destination
and most fascinating paradise in Kerala, located about
12 kms from Kottayam. Kumarakom is situated on the banks
of the famous Vembanad Lake amidst mangrove forests and
coconut groves and can be reached through a voyage from
Alappuzha. Kumarakom is an enchanting picnic spot and
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boating, fishing, houseboat
cruises and sightseeing experiences to the tourists that are
truly exhilarating. On the scenic Vembanad lake you will come
across plenty of traditional country crafts or houseboats,
boats and canoes. The backwater houses a variety of fauna,
flora and marine life. Kumarakom enjoys a well balanced
tropical climate. The temperature ranges between 16 to 38
degree Celsius. The best time to visit Kumarakom is from
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Tourist Attractions in
Kumarakom
The main tourist attraction in Kumarakom is the Kumarakom Bird
Sanctuary. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a world famous bird
sanctuary and an ornithologist’s paradise. Some migratory
birds migrate during the winter from across the world
including the Siberian stork. The other tourist attractions in
Kumarakom are Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Pathiramanal and
Elaveezha Poonchira.
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Accommodation in Kumarakom
Kumarakom is also the home of various sprawling ethnic
waterfront resorts. These resorts offer comfortable
accommodation and exclusive leisure options like an Ayurvedic
massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and
swimming. The adventurous could indulge in water sports like
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Lake Resort Kumarakom |
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Backwaters in Kumarakom
Kerala is known for its panoramic backwater stretches, lush
green paddy fields, highlands and beaches. The major backwater
stretch is located in the Kottayam district, where a network
of rivers and canals empty into the Vembanad Lake. It is
incredibly different experience to cruise in the backwaters in
country boats, absorbing the beauty of Kerala villages.
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How to reach
Kumarakom
By Air:
The nearest international airports are in Cochin, Kozhikode
and Trivandrum in Kerala. There are regular flights to Mumbai
(Bombay) and Chennai (Madras). From the Cochin International
Airport it is about 85 km by road to the Muhamma boat Jetty.
From the Trivandrum International Airport it is about 175 Km
by road to the Muhamma boat jetty.
By Rail:
The nearest railway station is located in Kottayam, about 16
kms from Kumarakom. Kottayam is linked to all major cities in
Kerala and India and numerous trains run on this route daily.
Bombay, Chennai and Bangalore are well linked with Kottayam.
You could also take the south bound train from Cochin, via the
Alleppey route.
By Road:
Kumarakom is about 88 kms. from Kochi and 16 kms. from
Kottayam.
By Water:
From Kollam, one can take take the regular ferry service to
Alleppey - a long and delightful ride on Kerala's backwaters.
From Alleppey, it's just a short ride to Kumarakom. There are
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