Kuttanad
has a most prominent place among all tourist
destinations in the God’s Own
Land. For all discerning travelers
with an eye on scenic beauty it is indeed the
most sought after tourist destination. Currently
some 200,000 tourist are estimated
to be heading for Kuttanad
annually. More than three quarters of them are
of foreign origin.
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A
boat cruise through the serene backwaters
and a short stay in the most colorful villages
are among the most exotic experiences that Kuttanad
can offer. The boat cruises are routed through
the vast expanses of the Vembanad lake and the
majestic rivers of Pamba, Achankovil and Meenachil
that flow through the region.
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The
tourist season in Kuttanad
runs through the months of October to March. A
pleasant climate prevails in Kuttanad
throughout this season.
It is the boat cruise
that can bring out all the beauty and vivid charm
of Kuttanad.
One great advantage of the cruise is that one
can watch the village life without ever intruding
into the privacy of people living there. The palm
fringed river banks, the blue serenity of vast
expanses of water and the arresting beauty of
lush green paddy fields leave an indelible memory
with all the tourists coming to Kuttanad.
One can spend any amount of time immersed in the
most enchanting natural beauty of the region.
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