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Cruise along the backwaters

THE ASIAN AGE.
Published : Apr 9, 2018, 12:19 am IST
Updated : Apr 9, 2018, 12:19 am IST

A perfect cool off lies in the serene backwaters of Chettuva in Thrissur.

The backwaters consist of a leisure cruise around the Chettuva lake, Kanoli canal, Ennamavu lake, Kadassankadavu and Tripayar.
 The backwaters consist of a leisure cruise around the Chettuva lake, Kanoli canal, Ennamavu lake, Kadassankadavu and Tripayar.

Placid and serene backwaters make Chettuva in Thrissur district a popular tourist destination. Dotted with Kerala’s largest mangrove vegetation and islets, the place is known for the tranquility it offers. Chettuva is located around 35 kilometres from Thrissur.  Chettuva backwater is located in between the panchayats of Engandiyur and Kadappuram. It originates at Enamakkal Lake and culminates at the Arabian Sea.

The destination is blessed with Chinese fishing nets, islands, migratory birds, estuary and a fort. In 2010, Government of Kerala declared Chettuva as heritage village.

The backwaters consist of a leisure cruise around the Chettuva lake, Kanoli canal, Ennamavu lake, Kadassankadavu and Tripayar.

Apart from houseboats and shikaras, motor boats are also available to take you on a quick tour along the backwaters.

Usually people look for sunset or sunrise cruise as it offers a mesmerising view of the landscape amidst the scattered rays. A number of ayurveda centres offering wellness treatments are also available in this area where people can detox themselves in the cradle of nature.

Tags: tourist, chettuva, mangrove vegetation