About
Kollam back water
Kollam,
a costal district and
a famous ancient port
town of Kerala, is located
at about 70 km from
the capital city of
Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
One of the most beautiful
backwater destinations
of Kerala, Kollam is
picturesquely situated
amidst the green verdant
vegetation and the renowned
Ashtamudi Lake. This
backwater is referred
to as the gateway to
the beautiful backwaters
of Kerala. Kollam is
also known for its cashew
industry all over the
world. The backwaters
in Kollam are serene
and calm with lush green
surroundings and exotic
fragrance strewing in
the air all over the
area. On your tour you
can enjoy eating freshly
cooked spicy cuisine
of Kerala either on
board or in small restaurants
on the banks. The exotic
chirping birds flying
in the clear blue sky,
flocks of graceful ducks
calling from the banks,
lotuses and water lilies
spread all around your
houseboat and women
selling tender coconuts
in small boats offer
you the unforgettable
tour and some of the
best moments of your
life. The delightful
backwater tour from
Kollam to Alappuzha
takes about 8 hours
and is the longest cruise
in Kerala.
Kollam
is also known for some
interesting historical
remarks and a variety
of temples built in
traditional ornate architectural
style. The famous Kettuvalloms
(Giant house boats)
are a discrete characteristic
of the region
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