Kumarakom Backwaters; A Mesmerising Beauty

Kumarakom, a tourist village in Kerala, India, lies on the banks of Vembanad Lake. A paradise of enchanting beauty, Kumarakom with its majestic streams weaves an enchanting beauty.

A cluster of little islands on Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is one of the most beautiful villages in the world. It forms part of the Kuttanad region, which itself is so intrinsically beautiful. A real heaven in Kerala, which is otherwise known as God's Own Country, Kumarakom is a paradise of dancing green paddy fields, coconut groves and mangrove forests.

While on a Kumarakom trip, you get utmost peace of mind and the body. Once in Kumarakom, you can breathe in fresh air and rejuvenate the spirits.

When in Kumarakom, one should not miss a ride on the Kettuvallam (traditional House Boat) through the Vembanad Lake. Get into a Kettuvallam and have an enchanting trip on the Vembanad Lake. It is a unique experience to wade through the calm waters of Kumarakom. The best time for houseboat ride is in the mornings and evenings. Well, you can also have an overnight cruise through the Kumarakom waters and watch the immense beauty of the moon clad green waters.

Well, Kumarakom is also home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. One should not miss the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, where one can come across herons, cuckoos, ducks, waterfowls and many more birds. Moreover, Vembanad Lake is also a paradise of migratory birds and you may even come across Siberian stork, which is a regular visitor.

It is a unique experience that makes Kumarakom the much sought after backwater tourist destination in the world. With its enchanting streams, swaying paddy fields, coconut grooves and mangrove forests, Kumaraom is really mesmerising.