Kerala Backwaters
                     KERALA BACKWATERS
By Kerala Tours
INTRODUCTION
Kerala is known for its scenic backwaters which is one of the major tourist 
attractions of kerala. Backwaters are networked lagoons and lakes lying 
parallel to the arabian sea coast. This backwater makes god’s own country one 
of the most popular tourist destination in the world. The serene cruise through 
backwaters is once in A lifetime experience. Houseboats of kerala popularly 
known as “kettuvellams” is the main tourist attractions of kerala. Kerala 
government has classified the tourist houseboat into silver, gold and platinum.  
Here we are listing the backwater attractions of kerala.
ALAPPUZHA
Alappuzha, known as “venice of east” is known for its backwater beauty. The 
houseboat cruise of alappuzha is famous among the travellers. The backwater 
beauty of alappuzha was shot in various indian films. You can select the 
kuttanad, the rice bowl of kerala to enjoy the houseboat cruise. Experience the 
ride through kuttanad backwaters with a ravishing sight of the paddy fields and 
palm groves.
KOLLAM
Ashtamudi lake is the southern gateway to the backwaters of kerala. It is one 
of the prominent tourist places in kerala. 
KUMBALANGI VILLAGE  
Located in kochi kumbalangi village is a model village fishing and tourism spot. 
The major attraction of the village is chinese fishing nets. Kumbalagi is 
surrounded by backwaters and the chinese nets around it will give a refreshing 
sight. Many tourists visit the place to experience this scenic beauty with rich 
aquatic fish.
KUMARAKOM
Kumarakom is the popular tourist destination located in  kottayam. Known for 
its backwater tourism, it has a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is a cluster of 
little islands on the vembanad lake. Kumarakom bird sanctuary consists of 
many migratory birds.
NIKO HOTELS
K.P. VALLON ROAD, 
KADAVANTHRA, KOCHI,
KERALA – 682020
WEBSITE : www.niko-inn.com