by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
Kumarakom: Tourist Information Kerala’s labyrinthine backwaters from Alleppey to the quiet fringes of Vembanad Lake have been navigated by a seasoned traveler, who returns to Kumarakom time and again for its unhurried elegance. This serene enclave of islands,...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog
As the leaves turn golden in the Northern Hemisphere and the post-monsoon breeze whispers through tropical palms in the south, November 2025 promises a rich mosaic of cultural, religious, and whimsical celebrations worldwide. From the heartfelt gatherings of...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
Kumarakom is a place where land, water, and sky meet in a serene dance. Nestled on the banks of the great Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in Kerala, Kumarakom is not just a tourist spot — it is a living story of people, birds, and boats intertwined with water for...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
World Tourism Day is more than just a date on the calendar. It is a reminder of how travel connects cultures, strengthens communities, and inspires people to care for the places they visit. This year, the Centre for Vembanad Habitat Restoration (CVHR) marked the...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
The vibrant town of Kottayam is abuzz with anticipation as preparations are finalized for one of Kerala’s most iconic events: the 124th Thazhathangadi Boat Race (Kottayam Boat Race) and the Champions Boat League (CBL). Set to take place on September 27, 2025,...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
What is World Tourism Day? World Tourism Day is celebrated globally every year on 27 September. The date marks the adoption of the Statutes of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 1970, a milestone that paved the way for coordinated global efforts...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog
Kumarakom, a serene village on the banks of Vembanad Lake in Kerala, draws travelers with its lush backwaters, bird-filled mangroves, and tranquil pace. Known as a gateway to Kerala’s iconic houseboat cruises and the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, this spot promises...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog
Picture this: gentle waves lapping at the shore of a vast, shimmering lake, coconut palms swaying in the breeze, and the distant call of migratory birds filling the air. That is Kumarakom, a hidden gem in Kerala where the backwaters meet lush greenery in a symphony of...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog, Kumarakom News
The International Tourism Week celebration has commenced in Kottayam, organized jointly by the Yuva Tourism Club operating at the Kumarakom Govt. Vocational Higher Secondary School (GVHSS), the District Tourism Department, the Responsible Tourism District Mission, and...
by Salim M Das | Kumarakom Blog
Kerala’s festive calendar is full of color, music, spirituality, and tradition. As 2025 winds down, the next few months bring a beautiful string of holidays from the spiritual energy of Navaratri, to the reflective peace of Gandhi Jayanti, to the brightness of Diwali,...
