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The backwaters of Kerala - meandering inland lakes networked by
canals - stretch to over 900 km. Boat trips across these tranquil
stretches are an experience unique to Kerala. Large Kettuvalloms
(traditional country crafts over 60 ft. in length) have been converted
into luxury houseboats for these cruises.
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| ALLEPPEY
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Alapuzha is famous for its boat races, houseboat holidays,
beaches, marine products and coir industry. The large
network of canals provide Alleppey its lifeline. It
has a long sandy beach. A major tourist attraction in
Alleppey is the Nehru Trophy Boat Race organized on
the second Saturday of August every year.
A boat journey through the canals and lakes is a delightful
experience.
Alapuzha is connected by water transport with Cochin
(5 ½ hrs.), Kollam (8 hrs.), Kottayam (2 ½ hrs.), Changanachery
(3 ½ hrs.) and Chengannur (5 hrs.).
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Unexplored, unspoilt, the backwaters of Kozhikode
hold great promises of enchanting holiday options.
Since ancient times, merchant vessels have called
at this port, lured by the rich prospects of Malabar,
pepper, ivory and spices.
The Portuguese led by Vasco-da-Gama landed at
Kappad near Kozhikode in 1468 A.D. Later the Dutch,
the French and the British came to its shores.
Thus began a period of continuous conflict of
foreign powers for domination of trade in Malabar.
Kozhikode still maintains its commercial traditions.
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| COCHIN
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"QUEEN
OF THE ARABIAN SEA", Kochi has long been
the most cosmopolitan of India's cities.
Arab, Phoenician, and Chinese traders all
stopped here in seach of the precious pepper,
cardamom, and coriander that still grow
profusely in the nearby Nilgiri Hills. Ivory,
silks, and frangrant sandalwood were further
enticements. Marco Polo and Vasco da Gama
followed, as did the Dutch East India Company
and later the British.
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| KUMARAKOM
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This unique backwater destination situated
on the banks of the Vembanad Lake is
considered the gateway to the backwaters
of Kuttanad. Kumarakom is also a center
for houseboat cruises.
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| QUILON
(KOLLAM) 71 km from Trivandrum
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One of the oldest ports of the
Malabar coast, Kollam was once
the center of the international
spice trade. The town stands
on the Ashtamudi Lake, with
its belt of palm trees and picturesque
promontories. The eight hour
boat trip between Kollam and
Alappuzha is the longest and
most enchanting experience of
Kerala's backwaters.
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