Manpreet Bharara Reward Points : 30900 Member Since : Wednesday, April 08, 2009
The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and this small water world is part of the Kuttanad region. Howevr...this place has a specialty related to birds...Can we discuss?
Posted On : 4/13/2009 4:24:17 AM
Siddharth Ray Reward Points : 61200 Member Since : Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Spread in an area of 14 acres of land, the Kumarakom Bird Sancruary is located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake in the state of Kerala in south India. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, known for it varied avian population is an ornithologist s paradise. The sanctuary is a favourite haunt of local varieties such as waterfowls, cuckoos and owls, as well as the migratory Siberian Cranes can be viewed here. There are several accommodations for all the categories of travellers. There is one Luxury hotel run by the Taj Kerala Resorts Ltd. Many other resorts are also available near the sanctuary and in Kumarakom. Hire a houseboat or a motorboat to experience the exotic world of magnificent birds. These are the best means for bird watching on the lake. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuaries is the rare haven that offers picturesque landscapes and is a nature lover s paradise. Set within the lush acres of wooded land nearby, acquaints you to the variety of migratory birds that flock in thousands, some from the Himalayas, some even from as far as Siberia. In addition, you will be thrilled to see the native kingfishers blazing in psychedelic colours and even delight in the acrobatics of the paradise fly-catchers. The main attractions are local birds like the waterfowl, cuckoo, owl, egret, heron and the water duck, as well as the migratory Siberian cranes. Parrots, teal, larks, flycatchers, wood beetle, and other birds are seen here during their respective migratory seasons. Also visit Pathiramanal, an enchanting island on the lake, which can be accessed by boat. This 10 acre island on the backwaters is home to many rare varieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world. Nearest attractions at Kumarakom are - Kottayam, Alleppey, Cradomom Hills, Boat Cruises. You can also go to - Madurai, Cochin or Kochi, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Munnar.
Posted On : 4/13/2009 11:34:18 PM
Ratna Shah Reward Points : 16600 Member Since : Monday, April 07, 2008
Kumarakom is easily accessible and you can easily wander around the park. But, you may face problems in communicating with the common people, as only the educated one are able to speak English here. State : Kerala, in the southern part of India. Climate : The sanctuary has a composed climate. It enjoys a tropical climate varies between 10 degree centigrade - 26 degree centigrade. Area : 101 acres. Travel Tips : Consult the Doctor before you leave for the trip. Get enough information about the place you are going to visit. Best Time to Visit : June and August. To watch Migratory birds, November to February is the best time. Nearest Town : Kottayam 12 km . You may Get There International Airport : At Chennai & Bangalore. Airport : At Kochi 76 km and Thiruvananthapuram 160 km . Railways : Kottayam is connected to major destinations in Kerala by rail. Road : Kottayam 12 km . Kumarakom can be reached by bus, auto rickshaw and taxi.
Posted On : 4/13/2009 11:37:21 PM
Riya Sen [Guru] Reward Points : 93800 Member Since : Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake. The bird sanctuary is spread across 14 acres. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, an ornithologist s paradise is a favourite haunt of migratory birds like the siberian stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. A visit to the bird sanctuary, set within the lush acres of wooded land nearby, acquaints you to the variety of migratory birds that flock in thousands, some from the Himalayas, some even from as far as Siberia. In addition, you can get thrilled of the native kingfishers ablaze in psychedelic colours, experience a walk under rookeries of egrets and night herons or lone golden-backed woodpeckers and even delight in the acrobatics of the paradise fly-catchers. Pathiramanal sands of midnight , an enchanting island on the lake, can be accessed by boat from here. This 10 acre island on the backwaters is home to many rare varieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world. According to mythology a young Brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform his evening ablutions and the water made way for the land to rise from below. The island can be accessed only by boat. A cruise along the Vembanad Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary. The main attractions are local birds like the waterfowl, cuckoo, owl, egret, heron and the water duck, as well as the migratory Siberian cranes. Parrots, teal, larks, flycatchers, wood beetle, and other birds are seen here during their respective migratory seasons. Houseboats and motorboats are available on hire for bird watching cruises on the lake. The best time to bird watch is between June and August. To watch Migratory birds, November to February is the best time.
Birds Sanctuary In Kumarakom
