Lakes in Kerala
Famous for: One of the largest artificial lakes in Asia
Located in the vicinity of the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, the Periyar Lake is a natural attraction in Thekkady. It was conceived by a British Engineer named V. Pennyycuick who was the ch...
Famous for: The largest wildlife sanctuary in India
Sprawled over an area of 777 square km, the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve is one of the most captivating and largest wildlife parks in the country. Dotted with thick evergreen forests ...
Famous for: The most popular beach and a picnic spot
Also known as the Alleppey Beach, it is the most popular attraction in the city that flocks a number of tourists. With its labyrinth of rivers, lakes and lagoons, the beach overlooks the Arabian...
Famous for: A beautiful lake known for its backwaters and snake boat race
Renowned as one of the largest lakes in India, the Vembanad Lake is a major tourist attraction in Alleppey. Housing a myriad of beautiful houseboats, the lake is the centre of Kerala backwaters....
Famous for: The second largest lake in Kerala
Renowned as the second largest lake in the state of Kerala, the Ashtamudi Lake covers the 30% portion of the Kollam town. The lake got its name from its eight channelsthat meet at Neendkara estu...
Famous for: A suspension deck type bridge
Punalur is only one of its kind bridge in entire India and is a must visit attraction in Kollam. This 400 feet long concrete suspension deck type bridge was built in 1877 by Albert Henry. It is ...
Famous for: Largest lake in Kerala
The pristine Vembanad Lake is a much sought after tourist attraction and an enchanting backwater destination in Kumarakom. Renowned as the largest lake in Kerala, it is known by different names ...
Famous for: A bird watcher's paradise
Home to a variety of bird species, the bird sanctuary in Kumarakom is spread across 14 acres of land and is a must visit attraction for the bird watchers. Nestled along the banks of Vembanad Lak...
Famous for: Enthralling boat ride
Backwater cruising in Kumarakom is an enthralling experience for the visitors in Kumarakom. The tranquil lagoons and the endless stretch of meandering waterways enveloped by lush vegetation and ...
Famous for: Temples, Rivers, Scenic Beauty
Dated back to 3000 years, the Thirunelli Temple is one of the most famous religious attractions in the town. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his idol is placed in Chaturbhuja form ins...
Famous for: A captivating island amidst the Vembanad Lake
This small yet captivating island is situated amidst the Vembanad Lake and beckons a good number of tourists to witness the bountiful splendors of Mother Nature at its very best. Stretching from...
Famous for: Enchanting backwater spot endowed with lush greenery
If you are no short of time while planning your visit to Alleppey, do visit a beautiful village of Kumarakom near Alleppey. This enchanting tourist’s destination is a cluster of small isla...
Famous for: The largest fresh water lake in Kerala
Located around 19 km from Kollam, Sasthamokottais the largest freshwater lake in the state. It is also the major source of drinking water for the inhabitants of the town of Kollam. The lake is s...
Famous for: Dams, hills, water spots
Recognized as the largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia, The Banasura Sagar Dam is a mesmerizing picnic spot in Wayanad. Engulfed amidst the lofty hill ranges, the dam is bui...
Famous for: Mountains, Lakes, Forests
Stretched amidst the mist-capped mountains, green valleys, shimmering lakes, white water springs and wild forests, the Pookot Lake presents a heart-throbbing spot in the lap of Mother Nature. Fi...
Famous for: Temples, Rivers, Scenic Beauty
Dedicated to Lord Krishna, Parthasarathy Temple is a beautiful must see attraction near Sabarimala. The temple is located at the banks of River Pamba surrounded by lush greenery and natural beau...
Famous for: Boating, picnicking and stunning picturesques
Pookot Lake is one of the mesmerizing attractions in Kerala and is really blessed with ample of natural beauty. This awesome lake is located only 13 kms away from Kalpetta and hardly takes half ...
Famous for: Boating, picnicking and stunning picturesques
In Munnar, if you miss to visit the Elephant Lake, then you missed a lot!! It is one of the most demanding spot among the visitors and locals for spending the whole day with the loved ones or fa...
Famous for: Best for day excursion and to captivate panoramic views
Kundala Lake is great fascination of Munnar. Kundala is located only at the distance of 27 kms from Munnar and the beauty of this place is at the fullest with a dam named the Kundala Arch Dam an...
Famous for: The most significant boat race event held in Alleppey
Held at Punnamada near Alleppey, the Nehru Trophy Boat Race is one of the most significant events of the city that gathers huge crowd alongside the lake. This event is held annually on the secon...
Famous for: A beautiful palm fringed island
This beautiful palm fringed island of Munroe is formed by the sizzling backwaters of the Ashtamudi Lake and Kalladi River. It is named after Colonel Munroe who was the British ...
Famous for: A beautiful island at Vembanad lake
Literally means ‘Sands of midnight’. Pathiramanal is a beautiful island nestled at the Vembanad Lake in Kumarakom. Stretched at a vast area of 10 acres, the island is home to a varie...
Famous for: Temple, Rivers, Scenic Beauty
Pandalam is a small holy town near Sabarimala which is the place where Lord Ayyappa took birth as the son of the King of Pandalam. The place houses a sacred shrine namely Valiyakoikal Temple at ...