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KERALA HOLIDAY
DVISER
ed properly.
Kerala is known for its rustic beauty and an
incredibly picturesque landscape, verdant hills All kinds of birds swarm at this place as plenty
and quiet backwaters, which attracts tourists of fish and a variety of grain are available here.
from across the world. Some natives say that many years ago, Crows
were the only birds found here, that was how
Kakkathuruth is a spectacular tiny island in this island got its name Kakkathuruth.
Kerala's backwaters, has been listed in National
geographic 'Around the world in 24 hours' a This island is 3 kilometers long and one kilome-
photographic tour of the travel-worthy spots in ter wide. Approximate 300 families dwell on this
the world. island. The inhabitants of this island follow an
interesting lifestyle. Almost all houses have a
The emerald-fringed 'Island of Crows' in Alappu- country boat of their own. Walking is the only
zha finds a place among select stunning desti- means of conveyance. Tiny green Isles and
nations across the world that hold appeal to the small ponds in which light blue flower bloom are
adventurous traveler.Situated not far from the delightful sights of this small island.
ancient port city of Kochi, the island can be
accessed from the mainland only through tradi- There are no bridges from the island to the
tional boats. The quiet island, surrounded by mainland and thus it's an isolated island. Kak-
Vembanad lake, offers a haven for bird watch- kathuruth is only accessible by boat. Reach the
ers. turnpike at Eramalloor on the Kochi-Alappuzha
National Highway which is roughly 75 km from
The charm of the small island in the sea-green Kochi airport.
waters and absence of tarred roads. All roads
within this island are lean and are not construct-
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