Tourism News

Days go brighter for Thekkady

Published in Newsletter Issue No. 183 - 01-Nov-2008

The tourist arrivals to Thekkady, the enchanting hill destination of Kerala, have seen a tremendous increase even as the usual season is yet to start. The attractions of Thekkady, including sightseeing and elephant safari, attract so many domestic as well as international travellers. However, according to reports, it is the Boat Rides through the pristine beauty of Periyar Lake that the tourists eagerly look forward to. Already there are eight boats, five run by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation and the other three owned by the Forest Department. The officials have informed that more boats are under construction to cater to the increasing demand of the travellers.