KOLLAD "The land of small things": 2013

KOLLAD | A Captivating Land

Kerala’s towns are far removed from big-city concrete jungles, and the dividing line between urban and rural is fine indeed, with green avenues and placid backwaters gracing the busiest cites, and tarred roads and public schools evident in smallest villages.

Palm-fringed river side, endless paddy fields, rolling hills, back waters that snake past tiled-roof house and spotless village roads: Kollad is a land of unmatched beauty. Malayali society is unique, boasting a highly literate population, a sex ratio favoring women, matriarchal sub-societies and a people unfettered by the divisions of case and creed. Diverse religions live here in peaceful amicability, each enriching the state with its customs and practices. Add vibrant arts and colorful festivals, ancient shrines and delectable cuisine, and Kollad is a must stop destination.

Saturday, December 14, 2013

Methran Kayal Paddy Field: The backwaters of Kerala

The National Geographic Travel elevates Kerala as one of the 50 must see destinations in the world.

Situated in Kuttanad popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala, Methran Kayal (backwaters) remind the visitor of the famous dikes of Holland. A striking example of the indigenous agricultural engineering know-how, here cultivation and habitation are made possible at four to ten feet below the sea level. For this purpose extensive land has been reclaimed from the backwaters and is protected by dikes built around it. A leisurely cruise along the canals here is a memorable experience.Kuttanad is the most beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of the snake boat races are conducted and a majority of the rice boat & houseboat cruises are scheduled. Kerala's network of navigable backwaters stretches to over 900 km. These serene waterways are fringed by palm grove and paddy fields and offer a striking spectacle of the rustic life.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Kodoor River Boat Race 2013 held at Kottayam Kollad

Moonuthykan, rowed by Village Boat Club, Nattakom, came first in the Iruttukuthi Grade A category , and bagged the K.R. Narayanan Memorial ever-rolling trophy at the second Kodoor River Boat Race held at Kollad near here on Sunday. Home Minister Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan inaugurated the competition. Kollad Boat Club president Jimmy George, Jose K. Mani, MP, V.N. Vasavan, ex-MLA, and K.R. Narayanan Foundation chairman Uzhavoor Vijayan also spoke on the occasion.
— at Kollad,kottayam