KUMARAKOM BIRD SANCTUARY
Kumarkom bird sanctuary, situated on banks of the
Vembanand Lake is known for its varied avian population. Local varieties
such as waterflows, cuckoos and owls, as well as the migratory Siberian
Cranes can be viewed here.
The kumarkom 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.
Now the complex has been renovated in grand style by
the Taj Kerala Resorts Ltd. Boats are available on hire for a cruise
amount the sanctuary.
General information
Location :12 kms from Kottavam, Kerala
Coverage Area : 101
acres
Main Attraction : Water Flows, Siberian
Cranes.
Best Time : The best time to bird watch is
between June and August . To watch Migratory birds, November to February
is the best time.
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