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Cherai Beach
Located 25 kms from Ernakulam in a typical village ambience is this lovely unspoilt stretch of sand, ideal for swimming. But if the sea and sand still do not whet your appetite, there're any number of food outlets and ice-cream parlours to do so. At Cherai, life guards are always on the look out for the over adventurous. Dolphins are also commonly seen in the waters. |
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Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Cochin
These fixed, cantilevered fishing nets, at the entrance of the harbour and along the backwaters, were introduced by traders from the court of Kublai Khan. The best place to watch these nets is from Vasco da Gama square, a narrow promenade that lies parallel to the beach.
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Backwaters
A number of backwater cruises are available. The cruise will take you to the ravishing backwoods or Kerala, you can enjoy the lush green forests besides the backwaters and enjoy splendid scenic views. Most of the hotel in Kovalam rent out Houseboats, catamarans and country boats to the tourists on very cheap rates. The beauty of Kovalam and its splendor can be best pictured in a backwater cruise. |
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Dutch Palace
Originally built by the Portuguese, this Palace was modified in the 17th Century by the Dutch and presented to the King of Kochi. The Palace is located at Mattancherry and incorporates fine collection of mural paintings depicting scenes from Ramayana and Mahabharata. |
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Bolgatty Palace
This long narrow palm-fringed island, easily accessible from the mainland, is where the Bolgatty Palace is situated amidst 15 acres of lush green lawns. The Cochin Golf Club's course is on the palace grounds. |
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Backwater Tour in Kerala
Kerala is gifted with lovely beaches, hill stations, stunning backwaters, mind blowing greenery, wildlife, bird sanctuaries and rich culture. Kerala Backwaters are the most popular tourist attraction in India. From elephants to colorful butterflies, Kerala is overflowing with the wonders of nature. Throughout the world, Kerala beaches are renowned for their breathtaking beauty. Kerala have Inland backwaters with lakes & logoons networked with canals stretch to Kerala. The name Kerala is given widely explained today as meaning 'land of coconuts', derived from the Malayalam word 'Kera' (coconut palm). Malayalam is the main language of Kerala. Kerala's equable climate, beautiful backwaters, natural abundance of forests with a wealth of herbs. Kottayam, Thottappalley, Kumarakom, Alumkadavu, Mankotta are some most backwaters in kerala.
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