Kumarakom |
Known as the backwater country, Kumarakom is just an-hour-and-a-half cruise journey from Cochin. It is a fascinating journey ending at this peaceful place on the shores of the Vembanad Lake. |
| Kumarakom
has its own charm restful and quiet. A house boat ride into the countryside offers an
interesting view of normal village life - of fishermen launching their boats, women
working in houses or standing neck deep in water trying to catch fish with their feet, of
cattle grazing, and much more. Incidentaly, these houseboats are well furnished though
simply done, with a comfortable bedroom, kitchen, modern toilets and even an open sit out
area for enjoying the outside view or for just having a go at angling. ACCESS Kumarakom is about one-and-a-half hour cruise or a two hour drive from Cochin. EXCURSIONS Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary A home for migratory birds, flying in from the Himalayas or even as far as Siberia, Kumarakom is set in 14 acres of wooded land. Visitors can also have a good view of the native kingfishers, egrets and night herons, the golden-backed woodpeckers and the paradise fly-catchers. ACCOMMODATION Coconut Lagoon (1-star), P.B. No.2, Kumarakom. Phones: 52-491, 373; Fax: 0481-52-495; Telex: 0885-6314 SAFE IN. Taj Gardenretreat, 1/404, Kumarakom. Phones: 048152-377; Fax: 048152-371. |