Tourism News
Global Makeover Planned for Akkulam Tourist Village
The Akkulam Tourist Village which figures among one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the district is all set to get a makeover. Mr. Kadakampally Surendran, Minister for Tourism, Kerala, has inaugurated the work for the second phase of the Tourist Village project.
At a budget of around Rs. 50 million, the second phase aims to turn the Village into an activity centre with facilities for visitors to spend a whole day.
“The government is planning to formulate a tourism policy that will better the lives of local residents as well,” said the Minister.
The second phase will witness the Village sport a modern music fountain, artificial waterfall, amphitheatre, art installation, cycling track, ropeway, restaurant, parking area, and a yoga and meditation centre. Adventure tourism and landscape beautification are also part of the project.
