The land of picture pretty paddy dotted with palms trees and wide waterways, Kottayam is a solace seekers paradise, undisturbed and un touched. The term Kottayam traces its origin to the twin words Kotta i.e. Fort and Akkam i.e. inside.

The arms of the Vembanad Lake flow deep into dense undergrowths and wider backwaters with quiet villages on the lush water banks that add to the peaceful quality of the lovely Kottayam backwaters. Situated towards the south of deep green Kerala, Kottayam is popularly referred to as the rubber world on the emerald Kerala backwaters.

Sail past stretches of rubber plantations with tappers in action, who effortlessly blend in with the enchanting Kottayam waterscape. While on a cruise on the Kottayam backwaters you must try and tour local attractions such as the St. Mary's Church, Thirunakkara Mahadev Temple, Ettumanoor Shiva Temple and the St. Joseph's monastery.

Delight in a peaceful feeling that gradually seeps into your system as you gaze at natural painting like vistas on your tours to the Kottayam backwaters with India Travel Portal. Cruise along the famous Punnamada Lake that springs to life during annual water carnivals.

So come and explore a fascinating water world lit with the dancing rays of the warm and playful sun while you dine on tropical dishes and tropical toddy that is a specialty in Kottayam, while cruising along the Kottayam backwaters. Enter into a tête-à-tête with busy waterfowl and gaze deep into transparent waters to spot silver fishes swish past on a boat cruise on the lovely Kottayam backwaters in Kerala, South India.