The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is part of the Kuttanad region in Kerala, India. The bird sanctuary in Kumarakom is spread across 14 acres is a favorite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live in flocks, in Kumarakom, are a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands.
An enchanting backwater destination, Kumarakom offers visitors many other leisure options. Boating and fishing facilities are available in Kumarakom. Earlier an old rubber plantation, Kumarakom was developed into a Bird Sanctuary. Kumarakom is now a leisure retreat very popular with foreigners, who club a visit to the sanctuary with a ride on Kerala's houseboats.
A visitor has many destinations in and around Kumarakom to choose from. For an ideal picnic, you could make a trip to the picturesque Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls. Pathiramanal (sands of midnight), an enchanting island on the lake, can be accessed by boat. This 10-acre island on the backwaters is home to many rare varieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world. According to mythology a young Brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform his evening ablutions and the water made way for the land to rise from below. The island can be accessed only by boat. A cruise along the Vembanad Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary.
Another famous getaway is Kottayam, an ancient town famous for its churches. Cherai Palli and Valia Palli are both 700 years old churches, and are located on a picturesque hillock. . In the St.Mary's Church Kuravilangad built in 355 AD there is an old bell that bears a hitherto undeciphered inscription. The mortal remains of the blessed Alphonsa and the Blessed Father Chavara are entombed at the St.Mary's Church at Bharananganam and the St.Joseph's Monastery Church at Mannanam respectively. Thousands gather at these holy shrines during festive occasions. The Ettumanoor Shiva Temple 12 km north of town has exceptionally beautiful wall paintings and sculptures inside the temple. With all these destinations and much more awaiting for you is Kumarakom beckoning you to visit it or your next vacations in Kerala, India.
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