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Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, situated on the banks of
the Vembanand Lake is known for its varied avian population. Local
varieties such as waterfowls, cuckoos and owls, as well as the
migratory Siberian Cranes can be viewed here.The Kumarakom Tourist
Complex, sprawling over 101 acres of enchanting wooded land and lake,
was built around the 50-year-old 'Baker's Mansion', which was earlier
a small hotel run by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC).
Now the complex has been renovated in grand style by the Taj Kerala
Resorts Ltd. Boats are available on hire for a a cruise around the
sanctuary. |
