Backwaters is the most popular tourist attraction of Kerala. The palm-fringed, tranquil backwaters were once the state's trade highways. With 41 west-flowing rivers, the backwaters stretch to almost 1,900 kilometers. The backwater routes date back over the centuries and have been long used for all transportation needs, in particular trade in coconut, rubber, rice and spices. The Ashtamudi lake, surrounded by red cliffs and swaying coconut palms, still bears traces of its former links with China -on a backwater cruise from Kollam to Alappuzha all along the waterline you can see the famous Cheena Vala (Chinese fishing nets gracefully hanging over the lake, as covered country boats ply the backwaters. The Kollam Boat Club provides boats to cruise on the lake.Catamarans( house boats) provide an opportunity for exhilarating watersports. With a gentle breeze to aid, one may sail around the Ashtamudi Lake.The 9 hour boat ride from Kollam to Alappuzha along these backwaters can be an unforgettable experience. Located in Kollam district, Ashtamudi is famed for its panoramic and magnificent views.The Ashtamudi Lake is so named because of its eight 'arms' or channels is the gateway to the backwaters.
Best Season: August to March
Emergency Details: DTPC Tourist Information Centre, KSRTC Bus Stand, Kollam Ph: 745625.
DTPC Tourist Office, Guest House Complex, Asramam Ph: 742558.
Department of Tourism-District Office, Govt. Guest House. Ph: 743620.
Transport Terminals: Kollam
How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Kollam is connected to most Indian cities and is on the railway routes. The city's main station is Kollam Junction.
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International and Domestic Airport 76 km away from the city.
Backwaters is the best place for tourism,it is a place that must not be missed by a travel enthusiast.Beauty of dancing water and elegance of mother nature are the key terms that defines Blackwaters.No travel is complete without having an perfect place to stay to have some rest.Fortunately the hotel Raviz(http://theraviz.com/) we visited was amazing and in my experience I found it to be the best hotel that I had ever experienced.I need to agree that it is an opportunity that must not be missed by an explorer.
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