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Backwaters in Kerala
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Backwaters
Alappuzha Backwaters
Alappuzha · 2 nights
The classic Kerala backwater town: canals, houseboats, paddy fields and toddy shops.
4.5 editorial 2 nights
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Kumarakom
Kottayam · 2–3 nights
A bird sanctuary and backwater village on Lake Vembanad, with resorts, kayaks and migratory birds.
4.6 editorial 2–3 nights
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Ashtamudi Lake
Kollam · 1–2 nights
A wide, eight-armed lake at Kollam, with houseboats, kayaks and quiet canal villages.
4.5 editorial 1–2 nights
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