Friday, May 23, 2008

keralaTourism Kuttanad Backwaters


Kuttanad Backwaters


General Information
Kuttanad lies sandwiched between the sea and the hills. Kuttanad is an amazing labyrinth of shimmering waterways composed of lakes, canals, rivers and rivulets. Lined with dense tropical greenery, it offers a glimpse into rural Kerala life-styles. The view changes from narrow canals and dense vegetation to open vistas and dazzling green paddy fields. Homes, farms, churches, mosques and temples can be seen among the trees. And if you are lucky you might catch the blue flash of a kingfisher or the green of a parakeet. Endless tranquility is yours for the takinghere




Prime Attractions

Kuttanad Backwaters called the rice bowl of Kerala, because of her wealth of paddy crops is at the very heart of the backwaters. The scenic countryside of Kuttanad Backwaters with its shimmering waterways also has a rich crop of bananas.

How to reach there
Kottayam is accessible by road, boat or train from Cochin the nearest airport.




Climatic Conditions
Maximum 35 degrees Celsius. Minimum 22 degrees Celsius. Annual rainfall 250 mm.tag:keralaTourism Kuttanad Backwaters,

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