How do you justify exploring a city with splendid history of more than 8 centuries in just a day? You can’t. Any amount of time spent is less to immerse in the past of Kochi spoken out loud by its rustic settlements. A walk through its narrow by-lanes, open courtyards, broken harbors, moss patched walls, […]
Known for its beautiful backwaters and houseboat rides, Alleppey (Alappuzha) also has much to offer in terms of its culture and history. Krishnapuram Palace comes at the top as soon as you start exploring the city beyond its backwater canals. Click here to read all our blogs for backpacking in India Located in Kayamkulam (around […]
Nehru Trophy Boat Race is the most famous of all boat races (Vallam Kali) held in Kerala. Conducted on second Saturday in August every year, this boat race is a famous tourist attraction. Atmosphere gets charged up as supporters cheer loud for their boats (Chundan Vallams). Boats, looking like snake, move sharply through the water as 100+ rowers […]
7:00 AM, Sun is beginning to rise in full glory amidst the grey clouds over Alleppey town. The wind is quiet and pleasant. Smell of old buildings, sight of narrow lanes, tall coconut trees hovering over, waterways running across the city and a few lungi clad locals off to start their day. But we know things […]