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Home » South Indian Cities » Kumarakom
Kumarakom Kumarakom lies 14 kms from Kottayam, a cluster of tiny islands on the Vembanad Lake. The salubrious climate, lush greenery and the all-pervading presence of water everywhere has a mesmerizing effect. Kumarakom is a part of Kuttanad, the 'granary of Kerala' in Alleppey, which is described as the 'Venice of the East'. Kumarakom offers excellent facilties like boating, fishing and sightseeing for the adventure seeker.The bird sanctuary in Kumarakom is spread across 14 acres is a favourite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live in flocks, in Kumarakom, are a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands.An enchanting backwater destination, Kumarakom offers visitors many other leisure options.Boating and fishing facilities are available in Kumarakom. How to Reach Air : The nearest Airport from Kumarakom is the Cochin International Airport, which is 70 kms. away from the Muhamma boat jetty. Rail : The nearest Railway station from Kumarakom is at Kottayam and regular local and Express trains connect the city with rest of India. Road : Kottayam is 14 kilometer from Kumarakom and both State highway and National Highway links Kumarakom with the rest of the country. Places To Visit: Bird Sanctuary :  A 14-acre bird sanctuary is situated on the eastern banks of the Vembanad Lake. The sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl, water ducks, cuckoos, wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers here. Birds like Siberian storks migrate here every year.At the water-bird sanctuary you can spot domestic birds like cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, and waterfowl as well as migratory birds like the Siberian storks. Further ahead from Kumarakom you may visit the backwater town of Kottayam. At Kottayam you must check out the rubber plantations and the old churches. Backwater Cruise : The backwaters of Kerala - endless miles of snaking waterways flanked on either side by emerald palms. Tranquil and alluring, they offer you the experience of a lifetime. While Kumarakom the boat races, houseboat cruise, canoeing and fishing are something not to be missed. A stay at the houseboat, called Kettuvallom is an unparallel and unique experience. The scintillating beauty of nature and the simplicity of the people will not fail to touch you at Kumarakom. Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls : The waterfalls are located some 18 kms from the Kottayam town and in the vicinity of Kumarakom. The water cascades down a mountains and the fall is about 100 ft. The Vembanad Lake : Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals, which empty into the great expanse of water called the Vembanad Lake. The lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilarating.
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