Location:
This popular backwater destination is located about 8 km from Thiruvanthapuram (Trivandrum), the capital city of Kerala. Thus accessibility never poses a problem. The region is connected to the rest of the world; leave alone the state or the nation via the international airport at the state capital. Similarly, Trivandrum is Thiruvallam Backwaters’ best connectivity route in terms of rail links and roadways.
The Waters:
It is at the confluence of the two rivers, Killi and Karamana that Thiruvallam stands and the backwaters here are more special because of having been fed by them. The natural beauty of the region is enhanced by these river banks.
Places Of Interest In The Region:
The main tourist attraction apart from the backwater tour itself is a temple devoted to Parashurama. Legend has it that it was Sage Parashurama who had created Kerala out of the landmass that had so far been submerged under the sea. People from all over the state come here to pay their regards to the founder of the state.
Another famed attraction for tourists undertaking a tour down the Thiruvallam Backwaters is the Veli Tourist village. This exclusive picnic spot, a favorite of those visiting the region lies between the Veli Lagoon and Arabian Sea which are separated by a narrow strip of land. It is at a distance of 8 kms from the capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. Veli Tourist Village offers the vacationers a variety of water sports to indulge in and its major attraction is an 18 acre park by the waterside. What is spectacular is that a floating bridge links the Veli and the nearby seashore.
The Akulam Boat Club, also just 8 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram is another famed tourist attraction. The club provides boating cruises on the nearby Akulam Lake. A bat ride from here to the Karamana River will cost approximately Rs. 300 (to and fro). It also houses an amusement park and a swimming pool for children. Tourists often visit this Club to picnic with friends and family.
The Pozhikara Beach is a nearby haunt beloved by tourists. The Karamana and Parvathy Puthanaar Rivers empty into the Arabian Sea at this spot.
Flora and Fauna:
Brilliantly colored flowers, striking in variety beauty, the dense green foliage, the natural vegetation, the exotic water birds and others flora and fauna make your tour on the Thiruvallam Backwaters an unending bag of pleasant surprises.
Attractions:
The wanderlust struck vacationists take a trip on the Thiruvallam Backwaters and their very soul seems to be calmed by Mother Nature’s caress. The serenity of the water stretch, the scenic beauty of the banks, and the promise of a dreamy vacation, almost like a half forgotten melody, haunts the soul. A canoe ride in these parts is a must. The hectic, breathless pace of everyday life forgotten, you relax totally, probably for the first time in your life and find yourself totally at peace with the cosmos. The locals and their hamlets remind you of the rustic, simple life that is buried in the breakneck pace of city life and you learn to enjoy the solitude and company alike. The festivals of the region you may want to take part in are Arattu in Thulam (October- November) and Karkadaka Vavu Bali in Karkidakam (July - August).
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