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| State | Kerala |
| City | Kumarkoam |
| Airports | Nearest airport at Cochin |
| Distance from Cochin | 85 km/50 mile |
| Railway Junctions | Allappuzha |
| Local Languages | Malayalam |
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 Kumarakom
slumbers on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake, which is a part of
Kuttanad ('granary' of Kerala). The Vembanad Lake with its majestic
canals, streams and distributories along its banks weave an intricate and
enchantingly beautiful web. The gorgeous green of the fringed palms
ripple in the blue waters and blend into wavelets.
The entire state of Kerala is blessed with plenty of rivers and the resources of many are still untapped. The waterways of Kerala which play a main role in the economy of the state links remote villages and islands with the main land. The water ways provide a cheap and economical mode of transport. The water ways of Kuttanad is now a big attraction for tourist. It is incredibly different experience to cruise in the backwaters in country boats, absorbing the beauty of Kerala villages. The scenery flashes up vivid contrasts of breath-taking greens and deep blues. Boat rides are available for tourist and others at nominal rates.
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