If you want to feel the natural beauty of South India, Munroe Island of Kerala can obviously become the best spot to enjoy that. Visiting the island for the very first time one can easily fall in love with this place. Named after the British resident Colonel John Munroe, Munroe Island has the most exciting back water surrounding, to offer you a splendid holiday experience amidst the grandeur of nature.Kerala,popularly known as ‘God’s own Country’ is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world.Also the backwaters in Kerala is famous for its natural beauty, greenery,Ayurveda and mouth watering dishes.
History
Munroe Island is the combination of eight tiny islands situated in Kollam District, Kerala. During the year 1800 and onwards when British supremacy in South India was gradually increasing, they decided to settle in Munroe Island, as a part of ruling the South India comfortably.
Natural Surrounding and main attractions
Situated at a distance of 25 km from Kollam by road, Munroe Island is formed by the backwaters of Ashtamudi Lake and Kallada River. And one can easily reach this island through rail, road and inland water transportation system. As we all know South India is famous for providing back water experience and eco tourism, Munroe Island is also no exception. In addition to that this Island can give you the opportunity to watch Coir retting process, Coir Weaving, Fishing, and Prawns Feeding done by the dwellers of the island and also to watch various Migratory Birds, Narrow canals and attractive water ways, Coconut farms on the lake shore, Lagoons, Kandal plants and the beautiful Tiny Islands of PATHUPARA (2 acres i.e. 8,100 m2of land surrounded by Kallada river) and others.
How to Get there
The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport,which is well connected globally.Munroe Island is 71 km by road from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) air port.Kollam Railway station is the nearest famous railway station and is connected to all parts of India. Munroe Island is situated at a distance of 25 km from Kollam by road.So anytime after reaching Thiruvananthapuram or Kollam you can take a taxi and reach the scenic backwaters of Kollam.
Lodging facility
Home-stays are the most attractive stay facilities.House boats are also available which will take you for a one day trip including one night in the serene backwaters In the islands of PATHUPARA, house available for staying. Visitors can stay there as many days as they wish. The calm and quiet atmosphere of the entire island is ideal for any kind of tourist and especially for the writers and composers. You can also become a part of it.
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