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	Backwaters in Kerala,South India,Kerala Backwaters,Backwaters of Kerala, Kerala Backwater Tours, Backwaters tour in ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Backwaters are the accumulation of Sea Water at the sea beach during the to-fro motion of sea-waves in the form of lagoons, estuaries etc. Today, Kerala Backwaters has become the most exciting tourist spot in India.
		The enchanting backwater destination of Kumarakom is a small village that is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerela.
		The northernmost district of Kerala, Kasaragod is situated on the sea coast with the Western Chats on its east and northern borders.
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		At Kumarakom, you could sail the backwaters in rented houseboats, which are poled by local oarsmen and are simply furnished with a living room, a bedroom and bath, together with a raised central platform creating a private sit-out for the passengers.
		Lights begin to appear in the thatched and tiled houses of the backwaters, a dog barks, a cow moos asking to be milked, the sun sinks in a blaze of golden glory.
		Generally, a short session of backwaters serenity is enough to cure most of the ailments of urban "civilisation," but if you have deeper disabilities of the mind, the heart, and the body you can walk further on Kerala's rejuvenating path.
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	Kerala Backwaters - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Kerala Backwaters are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to the Arabian Sea coast (known as the Malabar Coast) of Kerala state in southern India.
		The backwaters were formed by the action of waves and shore currents creating low barrier islands across the mouths of the many rivers flowing down from the Western Ghats range.
		Connected by artificial canals, the backwaters form an economical means of transit, and a large local trade is carried on by inland navigation.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kerala_Backwaters (252 words)

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		The largest backwater stretch in Kerala is the Vembanad Lake, which flows through three districts and opens out into the sea at the Kochi port.
		Backwaters are the accumulation of Sea Water at the sea beach during the to-fro motion of sea-waves in the form of lagoons, esturies etc. Today, Kerala Backwaters has become the most exciting tourist spot in India.
		Although the backwaters have become an important tourist destination, they are severely threatened by the population growth and industrial and agricultural development.
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		Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian sea.
		Alappuzha figures prominently on the tourist trail as one of the major centres for backwater boat trips, served by ferries to Quilon and Kottayam in particular.
		One of the best-known ports along the coast of Malabar, it is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’.
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		The backwaters labyrinth is a structure in the form of lagoons, lakes and estuaries.
		The blue backwaters of Kerala are formed by crisscrossings of the 44 rivers flowing across the state.
		The backwaters Many rare species of aquatic life including crabs, frogs and mudskippers, water birds such as terns, kingfishers, darters and cormorants, and animals such as otters and turtles are present here.
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		For those who have come across the term backwaters for the first time, here's a bit of explanation as to what it actually is. Backwaters are formed when the sea water collects at the beach by the to and fro motion of waves.
		However, as of today, these backwaters are mainly used by the tourism industry to introduce tourists to the hidden troves of the state.
		The Backwaters is inextricably linked to its past history and culture, is an important part of the present and promises to remain so in future as well.
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	Backwaters of Kerala (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		These backwaters serve as vital water ways for the transit of passengers and commodities.
		Backwater cruising is one of the highlights of the visit to Kerala.
		While cruising, you could catch glimpses of palm fringed lakes studded with cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, traditional boats, and shady canals where coir, copra (dried coconut meat), and cashews are loaded onto the boat.
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	Holidays to Kerala Backwaters - Cocohol
		Picnic village is located on the backwater front at Ashramam, this is the main center of recreational activities in Kollam.
		It is a 10 acre island on the backwaters and is home to many rare varieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world.
		This unique backwater destination situated on the banks of the Vembanad Lake is considered the gateway to the backwaters of Kuttanad.
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		The backwaters and lakes of Kerala have commanded its history, shaped her present and promise a future by ethics of offering matchless beauty and outstanding experiences.
		The most tempting region in the backwaters of Kerala is the scenic Kuttanad region (the rice bowl of Kerala).
		This little island on the backwaters is a favourite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world.
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		Kerala’s backwaters present a different way of life; and offer the visitors a relaxed and beautiful sight seeing experience that will never be matched elsewhere.
		The term ‘backwaters’ actually refers to the extensive network of rivers, lakes, canals and lagoons that lace the interior coastline southwards from Cochin almost down to Trivandrum.
		The backwaters are a gateway for the visitor to see first hand the unhurried village life of rural Kerala.
	www.keralanext.com /kerala/aboutkerala/backwaters.asp (2410 words)

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		The backwaters in Kerala may be defined as a large network of canals, lakes, lagoons and deltas of about 44 rivers emptying into the Arabian Sea.
		The most popular event in the Kerala backwaters attracting spectators from all parts of India and abroad is the famous boat race that has now been christened as the Nehru Trophy.
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	Kerala Backwaters,
		Kerala's palm-fringed backwaters are inland lakes connected by a network of canals.
		The backwater routes date back over the centuries and have been long used for all transportation needs, in particular trade in coconut, rubber, rice and spices.
		Gliding down the calm and serene backwaters in a kettuvallom, embraced by green leaves and palm, see a rural Kerala preserved through the ages, completely hidden from the road, and it is not surprising that this is called God's Own Country.
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	Kerala backwaters - Wikitravel
		Backwaters in Kerala is a network of 1500 kms of canals both manmade and natural, 38 rivers and 5 big lakes extending from one end of Kerala to the other.
		There are few homestays in the island of Kumbalangi, Bolghatty etc. But to see the backwaters, you don't have to stay in any of the islands, there are hotels in mainland Ernakulam, from where you can go the islands, or backwaters.
		The backwaters flow through almost all the districts of Kerala -- Alappuzha, Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Kottayam, etc. Almost all the stretches have breathtaking views.
	wikitravel.org /en/Kerala_backwaters (572 words)

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		Backwaters are unique to Kerala and the area, over the last couple of years has seen unprecedented tourist interest.
		Backwaters of Kumarakom between Alappuzha and Kottayam is a popular tourist destination.
		Backwaters of Kuttanad region, the rice bowl of Kerala, is also very famous.
	www.hotelskerala.com /kerala/backwateres.htm (345 words)

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		Adjacent to Kumarakom are the charming backwaters of Kottayam with paddy fields, rubber plantations and the highlands the land is renowned as the land of letters, latex and lakes.
		It is the backwater cruises that complete the tour to southern India take you through the winding waterways revealing the colorful culture and customs of the rural life.
		The sacred city of the snake is scintillating for the tourists especially during the festivities of the harvest season of Onam.
	www.vacation-india.com /kerala-backwaters.html (1161 words)

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		The backwaters have become important attractions though they are threatened by population growth and industrial development.
		Stretched over a total expanse of 1500 kms, the backwaters have a network of 44 rivers, lagoons and lakes from north to south.
		On the backwaters you have the major towns Allapuzha and Varkala and Quilon.
	www.tourismofindia.com /hi/backwaters.htm (1100 words)

	Kerala Backwaters,Kerala Backwaters Travel,Backwaters of Kerala,Backwaters in Kerala,Travel Kerala Backwaters (via ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Emerald Kerala Backwaters, lush hill stations, ayurveda and health resorts, enchanting beaches of Kerala, and exotic cuisine… all of which are a part of Kerala Travel and Tourism Guide.
		As characteristic of Kerala as the 600km long coastline of dazzling beaches is the dense, lush Backwaters of the state.
		The main backwater areas of Thiruvananthapuram are Thiruvallam and Veli.
	www.kerala-travel-tours.com.cob-web.org:8888 /kerala_backwaters (1556 words)

	Kerala backwaters
		The backwaters of Kerela is a unique product of Kerala and is found nowhere else in the world.
		The largest backwater stretch in Kerela is the Vembanad Lake which flows through three districts and opens out into the sea at the Kochi Port.
		The Astamudi lake, literarlly having eight arms, which covers a major portion of Kollam district in the south, is the second largest and is considered the gateway to the backwaters.
	www.keralagreenery.org /backwaters.html (260 words)

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		Backwaters 2006 comes to an end with the all night dance party that is still going on in the amphitheatre.
		Backwaters 2006 is now present on the web at http://www.iimkbackwaters.com.
		Backwaters 2006 encourages you all to shed the veil of nicety and let the competitive spirit inside you take over.
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	Kerala Tour Packages To Enjoy Kerala Houseboats, Backwaters and Snakeboats - Cocohol
		Kerala boasts of backwater that are found nowhere else in the world.
		Cruisng along the backwaters at Kuttanad is also a lovely chance to observe the farmers at this place that is known for its lush paddy fields.
		An important city by the banks of the famous Ashtamudi Lake, Kollam is considered the gateway to the legendary backwaters of Kerala.
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		Stops are made at small settlements where people live on carefully cultivated narrow spits of land only a few metres wide, and there's the chance to see traditional boats with huge sails, and prows carved into the shape of dragons.
		The most popular backwater trip is the eight-hour voyage between Kollam and Alappuzha, but most of your fellow passengers on this route will be Western travellers.
		Besides these backwaters, other equally beautiful water bodies elsewhere are Veli (in South Kerala), Kadinamkulam, Edava, Anjengo, Madayara, Peravur, Ashtamudi, Kayamkulam, Kodungalur, Chetuva and Valiyaparamba (in North Kerala).
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		The biggest backwater is the Vembabad lake, some 200-sq-kms in area, which opens out into the Arabian Sea at Kochi port.
		Today, this backwater village is famous for its houseboats, with furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, cozy living rooms, a kitchen and even a balcony for angling.
		Alappuzha or Alleppey, the coastal township is unique because of its network of canals that meander through the town and its vast stretch of beach on the Arabian sea provides comfort to the soul.
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	Kerala Backwaters Holiday Resorts
		Interconnected body of waterways is used for transportation by local Keralites and popularly known and established as Kerala Backwaters.
		The experience of an unforgettable journey is guaranteed in the tranquil surroundings of Kerala backwaters.
		As the backwaters play a prominent role in the tourism of Kerala and is an outstanding destination to visit, it has been included as one of the 50 must-see places on earth!!
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		The palm-fringed, tranquil backwaters of Kerela were once just the state's trade highway and is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Kerala..........
		Lying in a broad, fertile valley dominated by the western ghat, Kerala's architecture is noteworthy for the blending of elements from several cultures that have evolved over many centuries.
		Backwaters being the most fascinating aspect of Kerala, once you are here, you will find it hard to tear yourself away and return to the hustle and bustle of the large cities.
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		The state's palm-fringed backwaters are inland lakes connected by a network of canals.
		The most interesting area in the backwaters is the Kuttanad region, called the rice bowl of Kerala.
		The largest backwater stretch is the Vembanad Lake, which opens out into the sea at the Kochi port and flows through three districts-Alappuzha, Kottayam and Kochi.
	www.kerala-hub.com /backwaters/index.html (826 words)

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		Kuttanad in the heart of the backwaters of Alappuzha owing to its richness of the paddy crops is referred to as the rice bowl of Kerala.
		Amidst paddy fields, rubber plantations and the highlands is the charming Kottayam backwaters.
		Situated close to the seacoast, Kasaragod's backwater destination offers mesmerizing trips to the enchanting Chandagiri on the Chandragiri River renowned for the chain of forts, and the vivacious Valiyaparamba known for providing the best breathtaking views of the backwaters.
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	Kollam Backwaters,Kollam Backwater Vacation,Kerala Backwaters Vacations
		The magnanimous town of Kollam is situated at the bank of Ashtamudi lake,located 71 Km to the north of Thiruvananthapuram.
		This historic coastline district is famous for its marine and cashew industries and is one of the oldest ports on the Malabar Coasts and a major international trading point.The eight hour trip between Kollam and Alappuzha is the longest backwater cruise in Kerala.
		This village located at Ashramam, along the backwater front, is the main centre of recreational activities in Kollam.
	www.kerala-holidays.net /kerala-backwaters/kollam-backwaters.html (758 words)

	Backwaters -- Recommendations and Resources (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		The stagnant or sluggish nature of this water also gives rise to a further metaphorical use of the term, to describe anywhere seen as being stagnant or boring.
		2nd Backwater is the unpotable water contained in sanitary (sewage) or rainwater drainage systems when flow blockages in these lines cause the contents to spill out in areas where it is not desired.
		Backwater valves are specifically designed into sanitary and rainwater drainage systems to protect against such backups.
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