Kerala is known for its scenic backwaters which is one of the major tourist attractions of Kerala. Backwaters are networked lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea coast. This backwater makes God’s own country one of the most popular tourist destination in the world. The serene cruise through backwaters is once in a lifetime experience. Houseboats of Kerala popularly known as “Kettuvellams” is the main tourist attractions of Kerala. Kerala Government has classified the tourist houseboat into silver, gold and platinum.  Here we are listing the backwater attractions of Kerala.

Alappuzha

Alappuzha, known as “Venice of East” is known for its backwater beauty. The houseboat cruise of Alappuzha is famous among the travellers. The backwater beauty of Alappuzha was shot in various Indian films. You can select the Kuttanad, the Rice bowl of Kerala to enjoy the houseboat cruise. Experience the ride through Kuttanad backwaters with a ravishing sight of the paddy fields and palm groves.

Kumbalangi Village  

Located in Kochi Kumbalangi village is a model village fishing and tourism spot. The major attraction of the village is Chinese fishing nets. Kumbalagi is surrounded by backwaters and the Chinese nets around it will give a refreshing sight. Many tourists visit the place to experience this scenic beauty with rich aquatic fish.

Kumarakom

Kumarakom is the popular tourist destination located in  Kottayam. Known for its backwater tourism, it has a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad lake. Kumarakom bird sanctuary consists of many migratory birds. 

Kollam

Ashtamudi Lake is the southern gateway to the backwaters of Kerala. It is one of the prominent tourist places in Kerala.