Kerala, the land of rivers and backwaters, is a green strip of land in the South West corner of Indian peninsula. In Kerala you can experience freshness and touch of mother earth in every where.This is the reason why the keralites calling their State "God's Own Country" Kerala.
The major tourist destinations in the State include Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kovalam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Munnar, Palakkad, Alappuzha, Kollam, Kannur, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Sabrimala.
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Saturday, February 9, 2013
Q S T and R Block Kayal
Situated in Kuttanad popularly known as the rice bowl of
Kerala, QST & R Block Kayals (backwaters) remind the visitor of the famous
dikes of Holland.A striking example of the indigenous agricultural engineering
know-how,here cultivation and habitation are made possible at four to ten feet
below the sea level.For this purpose extensive land has been reclaimed from the
backwaters and is protected by dikes built around it.A leisurely cruise along
the canals here is a memorable experience.
Kuttanad is the most
beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of the snake boat
races are conducted and a majority of the rice boat & houseboat cruises are
scheduled. Keralas network of navigable backwaters stretches to over 900km.
These serene waterways are fringed by palm grove and paddy fields and offer a
striking spectacle of the rustic life. Best Season: August to
March Transport Terminals:
Nearest city: Alappuzha Location: QST & R
Block Kayals are accessible by boat from Alappuzha ( 1.30 hrs by motor boat and
30 minutes by speedboat.) How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station :
Alappuzha Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport about 85 km from
Alappuzha
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