Kottayam Backwater tour

Kottayam is a beautiful Kerala backwater destination which is famous for the land of lakes, latex and letters. Blessed with a vast network of canals and lakes Kottayam is also known for its toddy tappers. It is bordered with mighty Western Ghats on the east, the Vembanad Lake and paddy fields of Kuttanad on the west. The renowned Vembanad Lake constitutes Kottayam’s magnificent backwaters along with lush paddy fields, vast rubber plantations and complete literacy makes Kottayan as one of the most sought after destinations of Kerala. Kottayam offers a magnificent combination of green pastures complementing with blue waters amidst the bloom of nature remove all the fatigue of mind. Smooth sailing on the houseboat on the waterways offer its visitors to explore the village life in close corners along with the grandeur and beauty of backwaters.

Kottayam Backwaters allure tourist from all over the world every year which is enriched by an affluent historical background. Besides the pristine beauty of backwaters tourist can also enjoy the magnificent churches that includes St. Mary’s church and St. Joseph’ Monastery. Ettumanoor a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is also a famous pilgrimage destination that is visited by the devotees in large numbers. Truly, Kottayam offers more that what tourists can expect on their tours of Kerala backwater.

Best time to visit Kottayam Backwater

Best time to visit Kottayanm is from October to March.

How to reach Kottayam Backwater

By Air:- The nearest airport is at Cochin (Kochi) located 76 km from Kottayam. Another airport is at Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) which is 160 km from Kottayam.

By Rail:- The railway station of Kottayam is located at a distance of just 2 km from the bus station. There are regular trains from major cities of Kerala that come to Kottayam.

By Road:- Kottayam is well connected to the rest of Kerala and India by a wide network of motorable roads.

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