9 Stunning Backwater Destinations In Kerala You Must Explore

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Kumarakom Backwaters:

An ideal retreat for the relaxation of the islands in the sapphires of the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom comes as a retreat for all bird watchers with the bird sanctuary that plays host to exotic species such as the egrets and Siberian storks.

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Alleppey Backwaters:

Alleppey showcases nature's beauty in the most magical waterways combined with green landscapes and life that they have in their culture.

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Kozhikode Backwaters:

Beautifully untouched Kozhikode still houses the Kallai River and Canoli canals, and gives houseboat sailing that is grand and a part of tranquillity.

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Kasargod Backwaters:

It is one of those wonderful places shrouded in small islands and river streams where the backwater stretch puts a peaceful soul searching in isolation.

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Ashtamudi Backwaters Kollam:

The vast coconut groves and the iconic Chinese fishing nets make Ashtamudi the gateway to Kerala's backwaters and the muse for creators and artistic minds.

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Kochi Backwaters:

Visit Kochi backwaters, which is well spread with islands, Chinese fishing nets, and green foliage, while kerbing in between the passing cargo and passenger ships.

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Trivandrum Backwaters:

The backwaters of Trivandrum refer to this particular stretch of simplified cruising in a collection of large canals leading into the tropical forest and especially to the tranquil stretch of Kovalam.

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Kavvayi Backwaters at Payyanur:

A quiet retreat created by five rivers coming together, Kavvayi backwaters have small islands dotted all around and give the most peaceful experience for houseboat lovers.

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Kuttanad Backwaters:

Kuttanad is known as the rice bowl of Kerala and consists of beautiful paddy fields and lovely backwater journeys from Kottayam to Alappuzha, this region is the only rare farming area which is below sea level.

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