About Kumarakom

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A morning bird safari offers the best chances of great sightings.","coordinates":{"lat":"9.6297152","lng":"76.4237684"}},{"id":"d1","name":"Syrian Orthodox Kottayam Cheriapally Church","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1sightseeing/Syrian-Orthodox-Kottayam-Cheriapally-Church-1x1.jpg","openingTime":"8:00 AM","closingTime":"6:00 PM","description":"This church, also called St. Mary’s Orthodox Syrian Church has a unique façade with an intriguing mix of Portuguese, Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist and Christian elements. Believed to have been built in the 16th century, the church today houses a beautiful four hundred-year old painting amongst other attractions. ","coordinates":{"lat":"9.5592318","lng":"76.5319151"}},{"id":"d2","name":"Thazhathangady Juma Masjid","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1sightseeing/Thazhathangady-Juma-Masjid-1x1.jpg","openingTime":"7:00 AM","closingTime":"6:00 PM","description":"Said to be over a thousand years old, this mosque, on the banks of the Meenachil River outside Kottayam, is known for its architecture and carvings. Although the mosque open to public access only at certain times, it is still worth marvelling at from the outside. ","coordinates":{"lat":"9.5984165","lng":"76.5055104"}},{"id":"d3","name":"Cruise down the backwaters at sunset","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1activities/Cruise-down-the-backwaters-at-sunset-1x1.jpg","openingTime":"","closingTime":"","description":"No trip to Kumarakom is ever complete without admiring the spectacular sunsets from a local canoe. Start with a tour of the backwaters before stopping to wait for the dramatic dipping of the sun, with the gorgeous Chinese fishing nets in the background.","coordinates":{"lat":"9.5887911","lng":"76.4243108"}},{"id":"d4","name":"Revitalise yourself","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1activities/Revitalise-yourselfx1.jpg","openingTime":"","closingTime":"","description":"Kerala is known for its holistic Ayurvedic wisdom, and you can choose for your holiday to be a detoxification break, with a healthy diet and treatment schedules. Pamper yourself with some relaxing Ayurvedic massages and ease yourself before you get back to your regular pace of life.","coordinates":{"lat":"9.6175449","lng":"76.430095"}},{"id":"d5","name":"Go fishing","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1activities/Go-fishing-1x1.jpg","openingTime":"","closingTime":"","description":"The waters of Lake Vembanad, around which the village of Kumarakom is sited, teem with a rich variety of fish. Angling enthusiasts will enjoy a quiet day by the serene water as they wait for a bite. 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","coordinates":{"lat":"10.0020258","lng":"76.2791812"}},{"id":"d7","name":"Get yourself some Kerala gold","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1shopping/Get-yourself-some-Kerala-gold1x1.jpg","openingTime":"9:30 AM","closingTime":"6:30 PM","description":"Kerala gold is known for its purity and the intricacy of the designs into which it is fashioned, and it comes as no surprise that it is famous the world over among lovers of jewellery. Kalyan Jewellers in nearby Kottayam traditional and contemporary designs on offer.","coordinates":{"lat":"9.5860635","lng":"76.5227281"}},{"id":"d8","name":"Buy Kerala saris","imagePath":"/content/dam/thrp/destinations/Kumarakom/city-highlights/1x1shopping/Buy-Kerala-saris-1x1.jpg","openingTime":"9:30 AM","closingTime":"7:30 PM","description":"Buying a traditional Kerala-style sari offers you a a chance to add a beautiful length of pure silk to your wardrobe. Whether you prefer the traditional white sari with a gold stripe, or a resplendent silk piece with an elaborate border, you will find it all at Seematti in Kottayam. ","coordinates":{"lat":"9.5899141","lng":"76.5247523"}}]}]}