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State |
Kerala |
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| City |
Kumarakom |
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| Nearest Airport |
Cochin |
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| Distance from
Cochin |
90 Km/55 mile |
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| Railway Junctions |
Kottayam |
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| Local Languages |
Malayalam |
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| Very Nice
place to Stay-Atul Kumar- Mumbai |
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KTDC Water Scapes - Kumarkoam
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 Waterscapes
- this exotic backwater resort, on the shores of Vembanad Lake is
located inside the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, which draws migratory birds
from as far away as Siberia. The only resort in the destination located
inside the bird sanctuary and is noted for its independent huts that
stand on stilts and is a place teeming with mangrove vegetation. It
offers its guests uninterrupted access to the backwater life of
Kumarakom. It is also an interesting location for eco tourists who are
interested in mangrove ecosystem, birds related ecosystem.
The property is part of the original Kavanattinkara estate once owned by
Alfred George Baker. It is also widely popular among the "honeymooners".
Facilities
- Ayurveda Therapies
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Beer Parlour
- Ayurvedic centre
- Conference hall
- Boating
- Backwater tours
- Sightseeing trips
- Car hire
- Currency exchange
- Laundry
- Amphitheatre
Activities
In and Around Waterscapes
- Backwater cruise in houseboats, speedboat and safari boats
- Bird watching inside the sanctuary
- Visit bird interpretation centre
- Morning and evening walks in the resort
- Watch local fishing activities and shell
Outside the Property
- Visit local driftwood museum and local farms
- Explore canal network
- Visit backwater villages
- Watch local farming activities
Attractions
- The Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom: The region of
Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals, which empty into the
great expanse of a backwater called the Vembanad Lake. An enchanting
picnic spot and a much sought-after backwater tourism destination, the
lake provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are
truly exhilarating. Stretching about 110 km and spanning three
districts, the Vembanad Lake is at its widest point at Kumarakom. The
serene lake comes alive during Onam with a spectacular regatta - the
world renowned Nehru Trophy snake boat race.
- Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary: Located on the banks of
the Vembanad Lake, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, an ornithologist's
paradise, is a favourite haunt of migratory birds. June to August is
the breeding season of resident wetland birds like Siberian stork,
cormorants, white ibis, egret, darter, heron and teal. Between
November and May, one can witness here migratory birds like pintailed
duck, garganey teal, spot billed duck, osprey, marsh harrier, steppe
eagle etc. The bird sanctuary is well within the premises of
Waterscapes and can be visited between 6 am and 5 pm.
- Thazhathangadi: Once the most important place in
Kottayam, Thazhathangadi by the River Meenachil and with the Vembanad
Lake not far off, was strategically vital for trade. A quiet town
today, it still flaunts the sprawling houses built by the merchants of
yore. Made largely of wood, these houses are excellent examples of the
architecture of the time.
- Canal Cruise at WaterScapes: Your stay at
WaterScapes provides many opportunities to enjoy the best of backwater
experiences. One such experience is the cruise on the labyrinth of
canals in and around the property. Guests can really go for a quiet
and relaxed cruise, taking in the myriad forms of green. The canals
easily take one close to many rustic backwater villages in Kumarakom,
enabling one to observe the many facets of backwater village life.
- Driftwood Museum: WaterScapes is located close to
many other interesting destinations in Kumarakom. The historic Baker's
Bungalow and the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary are among them. Nearby,
there is a unique destination, which is worth visiting. And that is
the Bay Island Driftwood Museum. Here, one can find a fairly large
collection of superior quality driftwood articles of very high
artistic value, crafted through a rare and innovative modern artistic
approach.
- Pathiramanal: Pathiramanal, a small island in the
Vembanad Lake is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating from
different parts of the world. Surrounded by the Vembanad Lake,
Pathiramanal is accessible only by boat. The green island thus forms
an ideal place for a break in the journey while on a backwater cruise.
Reach Us
- Nearest Bus Terminal: Kottayam, about 15 km
- Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam, about 15 km
- Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport, about 85km
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