mesmerizing waterfall

Water makes waves flowing down the Athirapally falls.

Up above the sky, the blueness and down below the greenery...A scene from Walpara, a place on the borders of Tamil Nadu and Kerala near Athirapally waterfalls.

Nature at its best here; a scene from near Athirapally, a beautiful water fall in Kerala, India.

Poetry is written here, with the lush green waters flowing amidst the green hills. A scene from near Athirapally, a beautiful water fall in Kerala, India.

poetry in water

Poetry in waters: The gushing of the green waters and swirling of waters is an inspiration for the mind and the soul.

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Thiruvananthapuram backwaters

Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala, a state in India. Located near serene backwaters and beautiful beaches, the city gives a mesmerizing holiday.

Though the Thiruvananthapuram backwaters are not that popular as that of other Kerala backwaters, it still has a place in the backwater Map of Kerala. The extensive backwaters give a picturesque view of a paradise. The intricate lagoons, canals, lakes and rivers are lined up along the dense tropical vegetation of Thiruvanathapuram, which gives a memorable experience.

Veli and Thiruvallam are the two places where you can enjoy the backwaters. Here you can go for houseboat rides.

Air
Thiruvananthapuram International airport.

Rail
Well connected to all places.

Roads
Thiruvananthapuram is well connected by a wide network of roads.

Get a glimpse of the unique beauty at Kasargod Backwaters

Kasargod, situated in the northern most part of Kerala, is a popular destination for its backwaters. With the Arabian Sea to the West and Western Ghats to the North and East, Kasargod has a unique natural beauty. Chandragiri and Valiyaparamba are the two backwater stretches in Kasargod.

Situated a few kilometers from Kasargod town is Chandragiri. The backwater cruise in and around Chandragiri is really a pleasing experience. Moreover, you cannot miss the historic Chandragiri Fort, built in the 17th century. From the fort, yu can have a glimpse of the spectacular sunsets over the sea.

Valiyaparamba, which is also near to Kasargod town, is rich with dense vegetation. It is the greenery in and around Valiyaparamba that makes the backwater cruise a splendid experience.

Connectivity
Rail: Well connected.
Air: Mangalore Airport in Karnataka is about 50 km from Kasaragod.
Karipur international airport in Kozhikode is about 200 km from Kasaragod.
Road: well conencted

Kozhikode Backwaters

Kozhikode backwaters offer the best holidays on serene waters, with a view of the plush blue green landscape and the exotic flora and fauna.

The virgin Backwaters of Kozhikode are really fascinating. The green beauty of the backwaters intoxicates the senses. It is really charming to be in the wilderness and the serene romance of the backwaters.

Splash down through the Elathur Canal, the Canolly Canal and the Kallai River and the Pookot fresh water and imbibe the mesmerizing beauty of a holiday.
While on a backwater tousrim in ozhikode, you should not miss Kadalundi, which is a beautiful bird sanctuary. During the months of November to April, you can have a glimpse of the innumerable water birds that migrate here. You might spot herons, seagulls, sandpipers, larids and other birds. One could also include Kozhikode Beach when in Kozhikode. The panoramic sunset is thrilling. You can also include many other places in the Kozhikode backwater tour like the Pazhassirajah, which is known for its numismatology collection, bronze sculptures, ancient paintings, fragments of the famous Kerala murals and miniature models of temples. Then there is the Art Gallery near the Pazhassirajah Museum, which houses original oil paintings of the maestro Raja Ravi Varma.

Views

A scene of the beautiful Ashtamudi lake during a train journey

All Green

View from the train: A view of the green palm trees from a train journey between Thiruvananthapuram and kochi.

Malappuarm backwaters

Malappuram, the Northern region of Kerala, is so splendid a place for a holiday trip। Situated between the Nilgiri Hills on the west and lakswadeep sea in the east, Malappuram is an abode of enchanting beauty. The beaches, hills, backwaters and valleys await you. Well, though Malappuram is not a much sought after backwater destination as that of Allapuazha, it still holds a place in backwater touriosm.

While cruising through the Malappuram backwaters, you can enjoy a green holiday. The Canoli canal and the Kallai river are where you can have a splendid boating. Well, a great attraction is kadalundi, which is a bird watcher's paradise.

How to reach
Air: Calicut Airport at Karippur nearly 36 km

Rail: Tirur Railway Station is nearly 28 km away.

Road: Well connected