Friday, 4 April 2014

[Lovers India] Ashtamudi Lake - KERALA Tourist Spots

Ashtamudi Lake


Backwaters is the most popular tourist attraction of Kerala. The palm-fringed, tranquil backwaters were once the state's trade highways. With 41 west-flowing rivers, the backwaters stretch to almost 1,900 kilometers. The backwater routes date back over the centuries and have been long used for all transportation needs, in particular trade in coconut, rubber, rice and spices. The Ashtamudi lake, surrounded by red cliffs and swaying coconut palms, still bears traces of its former links with China -on a backwater cruise from Kollam to Alappuzha all along the waterline you can see the famous Cheena Vala (Chinese fishing nets gracefully hanging over the lake, as covered country boats ply the backwaters. The Kollam Boat Club provides boats to cruise on the lake.

Catamarans( house boats) provide an opportunity for exhilarating watersports. With a gentle breeze to aid, one may sail around the Ashtamudi Lake.The 9 hour boat ride from Kollam to Alappuzha along these backwaters can be an unforgettable experience. Located in Kollam district, Ashtamudi is famed for its panoramic and magnificent views.The Ashtamudi Lake is so named because of its eight 'arms' or channels is the gateway to the backwaters. 


Best Season: 
August to March

Emergency Details: 
DTPC Tourist Information Centre, KSRTC Bus Stand, Kollam Ph: 745625. 
DTPC Tourist Office, Guest House Complex, Asramam Ph: 742558. 
Department of Tourism-District Office, Govt. Guest House. Ph: 743620.


Transport Terminals: 
Kollam

How to Reach: 
Nearest Railway Station: Kollam is connected to most Indian cities and is on the railway routes. The city's main station is Kollam Junction.
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International and Domestic Airport 76 km away from the city. 



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  1. Unknown11 July 2014 at 02:13

    Kollam is an excellent tourists destination in Kerala, visited by tourists from all over the world. There are lot of sightseeing destination around Kollam that includes : Thirumullavaram Beach, Mayyanad, Neendakara, Ochira, Sasthamkotta and Karunagapalli. Tourist across the seas comes here to visit the amazing locations and for many travelers who prefer to stay at Resorts in Kollam.

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