Cochin International Airport 2 hr 14
Sree Krishna Swamy Temple (27 min) 13th-century Hindu temple & monastery devoted to Lord Krishna with daily services offered. Pulinkunnoo (18 min) Church Pathiramanal Island (44 min) Tranquil island offering views of wildlife & migratory birds in a remote heavily forested setting. Punnamada Lake (2 hr 1) Serene Keralan backwater water body known for its long boat races festivals & rustic houseboats. Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple (46 min) A vast number of snake images adorn this popular pilgrimage site & temple to serpent gods. Alleppey Lighthouse (19 min) Red- &-white striped lighthouse founded in 1862 with panoramic views & a small history museum. Kalloorkad St. Mary S Basilica Church (10 min) Basilica on a site where Syrian Christians established a Catholic church over 1000 years ago. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Observatory Tower (1 hr 8) Lakeside bird sanctuary with an established trail system known for its domestic & migratory species. Revi Karuna Karan Memorial Museum (18 min) Elegant museum showcasing a private family collection with a diverse array of religious artwork. Kuttanad (46 min) Beyond its scenic vistas this lush district features houseboat tours & traditional food stalls. Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple (15 min) Temple Bay Island Driftwood Museum (1 hr 9) A collection of unique driftwood sculptures is displayed at this snug cylinder-shaped museum. Marari Beach (39 min) Coconut trees line this long scenic beach with white sand waves & an adjacent lagoon. |