The Kerala Backwaters are the most amazing patchwork of lakes, rivers and canals between which are massive paddy fields of rice. Between the waters and the fields are wide palm tree lined banks where people carry on a simple way of life. They are a 'must visit' place for tourists who can enjoy the tranquil surroundings on a house boat - a converted rice barge covered by a wicker cladding. Alternatively you can hire a Shakira boat which is much smaller as we did before visiting the beach at Alappuzha. This is huge with what appears to be golden sands until you tread in it with wet feet at which point they turns black! Here are a few photos from our day.
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