KUMARAKOM – in Kerala
Kerala can easily be called the jewel of India. It has everything that a holiday should include – beautiful beaches, backwater retreats and hills covered with vistas of tea plantations. It has some of the best food in India, and also offers an array of lodging options ranging from the very luxurious to the reasonably priced.
Kumarakom, located on Lake Vembanad, is one of the most popular tourist destination is Kerala. The beauty of this small village lies in its backwater regions and in the picturesque resorts sprinkled all around the lake.
Where to stay:
There are resorts and hotels of all types and ranges. You can also opt to stay in one of the houseboats that throng this lake. They are very comfortable and elegant, and all of them have a cook on board, who will cook great meals for you.
When to go:
Summers are very hot, and mosquitoes abound in those months. Go there from October till March as winters are the best months to visit Kerala.
What should we do there:
Take a houseboat ride on the lake, they will take you around even for a couple of hours. Get an ayurvedic massage done, you will come out feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. And do not forget to partake of some authentic Kerala food.