About Kerala
 
 
Kerala is an enchanting kaleidoscope full of breathtaking surprises. It is a small strip of land sandwiched between the Arabian Sea and the mighty mountains of the Western Ghats. Kerala State was formed on 1st November 1956, with Thiruvanthapuram its capital city.

Kerala is gifted with exotic ingredients-For beach lovers, the choice of beaches are many where you can swim and surf on peaceful beaches. If you are Nature lover, cool high mountains, boating through the silent lake, a walk through plantation are waiting for you. Kerala, the land of lagoons, long stretches of lush vegetation, wildlife sanctuaries, cool enchanting backwaters and so on makes it a perfect vacation paradise.
Apart from exotic scenery, Kerala is famous for its colourful festivals and events. The Nehru Boat Race held at Alappuzha has attained popularity all over the world. Onam is the most important festival of Kerala; children go around collecting flowers for the decoration in front of their house. It’s an occasion for family get-together for the Keralites.

Kerala has enriched the cultural heritage of India in the field of Arts, Music and Dance. Kathakali is the famous classical dance drama of Kerala. The Ayurvedic treatment and yoga are the added attractions of Kerala. Soak your soul and mind in the ecstasy of celestial blessing of nature, rejuvenate your body and mind.

Keralas tempting cuisine is mildly flavoured and gently cooked. The breakfast menu starts with pootu, dosa, idilli, palappam etc. For lunch the items are served on banana leaf starting with rice, sambar, pachadi, aviyal, pickles, pappad and so on. Desserts (Payasam) are essential part of the meal. Payasams are thick fluid made of milk, coconut milk, nuts and raisins. No lunch is complete without having a banana.
 
   
 
Alleppey

Built in the 9th century AD, Alleppey, called Alappuzha lies on the edge of the great Ashtamudi Lake. With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast labyrinth of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty.

Related to the Venice of the East by travellers from around the world, this Backwater Country is also home to diverse range of animals and birds. It has always been honored a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala for its proximity to the sea. Alleppey has earned fame in the commercial world as the world's premier supplier of coir.

Today, Alleppey has emerged as a Backwater Tourist Centre, beckoning thousands of foreign tourists each year. Alleppey is also famous for its Boat races, Houseboat Holidays, Beaches, Marine Products and Coir Industry. Every year, during August-September, Alleppey wakes up to the pulsating Nehru Cup Snake Boat Race, a water sport unique to Kerala.

Kerala backwaters are the most popular tourist attraction of Kerala. Backwaters are formed by the accumulation of sea water at the beach. As the waves moved to and fro, they made their way tearing the ground and forming backwaters. The backwaters are essentially inland lakes connected by a network of canals. The best way to enjoy the Kerala backwaters is to take a cruise on a Kettuvallam or the house boat.
 
Backwaters

Away from all rush of the town, the backwaters are in the land of Kuttanad. A land of lush paddy fields referred to as the Rice Bowl of Kerala. When we pass through this green land many beautiful sights greet us such as the palm fringed lakes, Chinese fishing nets, aquatic birds and many more. The boat passes through exotic locations and gives a close view of the countryside.

Excellent boat services are available through the backwaters around Alappuzha. A beautiful backwater spot accessible from Alappuzha is Kumarakom,a 14 acre bird sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom.

The journey through the backwater is one of the main highlights and economically valuable feature of Kerala.
 
   
 
Houseboats

Alappuzha is an enchanting picnic spot and known for its panoramic backwater streches.  Aradhana cruise provides you the most comfortable and enchanting voyage through the backwater.  The Kettuvalloms are giant boat measuring 80 feet in length. Aradhana cruise provide you complete luxurious facility in traditional style. This boat is made completely from nature; huge planks of jack wood are tied together with rope, without using a single nail. The boat is well furnished to make you comfortable in every way.

When you are on houseboat you can do fishing and swim at certain places. Typical Kerala food and beverages are arranged in houseboat, you can’t stop licking your fingers after a delicious feast. You can also experience Kuttanadan food with coconut spirit (sweet toddy) from toddy shop on your sail. Both day cruise and night cruise through the lake is exciting one which never sweep from your memories.

Facilities
Two bedroom with A/c along with attached bathroom.
Entertainment facilities like Television are also accessible.
Hot water and Cold water bathing is also provided.
A kitchen.
An open lounge and deck.