Tour to Aranmula

Facts and Figures:

Language: Malayalam

Famous for: Boat Races and Mirrors

Best Time to Visit: March to August

Introduction:

Aranmula is a small town near Pathanamthitta which is famous for its boat races and metal mirrors. Take a Tour to Aranmula to know more about the traditional lifestyle of Kerala. Located on the banks of River Pamba, the Aranmula is a famous backwater destination.

The famous boat race of Kerala which takes place in Aranmula is the center of activity for the people of Aranmula. Another thing that makes Aranmula famous is Aranmula Kannadi that is mirrors.

Location of Aranmula:

• Nearest Airport to Aranmula:

  Trivandrum Airport is 92km away from Aranmula.

• Nearest Railway Station:

  Chengannur Railway Station which is 25 km away.

The best time to take a tour to Aranmula is from March to August. The cool winds of Aranmula will refresh your senses.

While on a Tour to Aranmula tourists also love to know about the history of the place. Aranmula is famous for a number of things and one of them is the Parthasarathy Temple. The Parthasarathy Temple does not admit non-Hindus. It is a century old Temple. Another age old thing in Aranmula is the Aranmula Kannadi which is the mirror. The art of making it is a secret which lies only with family of artisans who have been making it from the 15th century.

• Parthasarathy Temple:

  The Parthasarathy Temple of Aranmula only allows the Hindus. Legends say that it is associated with Krishna visiting the place. The annual commemoration of the installation of the deity falls during Onam on which the Boat Races are organized.

• Snake Boat Race or Vallam Kali:

  During Onam these long boat races take place in the waters of the Pamba River. The Aranmula Boat Races are another way of reflecting the tradition and culture of Kerala. The special boats made during this time are called snake boats which have around 100 boatmen who row the boats amidst great enthusiasm.

• Nearest Airport to Aranmula:

  Trivandrum Airport is 92km away from Aranmula.

• Nearest Railway Station:

  Chengannur Railway Station which is 25 km away.

Take a tour to Aranmula and spend a few days enjoying the rustic colors of Kerala.

We offer excellent accommodation facilities in Aranmula. Enjoy the beauty of Aranmula and take home the memories of a wonderful retreat.

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