Kerala
Backwaters :
Alappuzha
( Alleppey ) : is famous for
its boat races, houseboats, coir products, fish and
lakes. Alappuzha remains prominent on the tourist trial
of Kerela as one of the major centers for backwater boat
trips.
An enchanting backwater destination, Alleppey offers visitors
many other leisure options. Boating and fishing facilities are
available at Alappuzha. Holiday packages on the
houseboats, traditional Kettuvalloms, are an out-of-this-world
experience at Alleppey.
A
picturesque world of backwaters, thatched houseboats,
Cormorants, Chinese fishing nets and swaying palms - An ideal
getaway. Nature has composed its magic to perfection
here. A million verdant coconut palms lining the rivers lean
to examine its reflections on the glassy rivers. Everywhere,
nature is at its best. Blooming forth in perfumes of flowers.
In the riot of colors of multi-hued birds. In the fresh,
succulent and bountiful freshwater fishes.
"Kuttanad"
in Alappuzha (
Alleppey )
is one of few places in the world where
farming is done below sea level. Kuttanad is a
land of lush paddy fields and is called the 'Rice Bowl'
of Kerela. Kuttanad stretches for 75 Km sandwiched
between the sea and the hills. Kuttanad is the most
beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of
the snake boat races are conducted and a majority of the rice
boat & houseboat cruises are scheduled. Kerala's network
of navigable backwaters stretches to over 900km. These serene
waterways are fringed by palm grove and paddy fields and offer
a striking spectacle of the rustic life.
Situated
in Kuttanad popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala, QST
& R Block Kayals (backwaters) remind the visitor of the
famous dikes of Holland. A striking example of the
indigenous agricultural engineering know-how, here cultivation
and habitation are made possible at four to ten feet below the
sea level. For this purpose extensive land has been
reclaimed from the backwaters and is protected by dikes built
around it. A leisurely cruise along the canals here is a
memorable experience.
The
local spring season emerges from August and coincides with the
harvest festival of Onam. The lowest and highest
temperatures recorded are 16.10 C and 37.80 C. There is always
a cool, fresh breeze, which makes even the warmest weather
readily agreeable. The South West monsoon is from early June
to early August. However, slight drizzles persist till early
November. Average rainfall is 1100 mm per year. The peak
tourist season is from November to March.
courtesy - ktdc
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