Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
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. A 14-acre bird sanctuary adds to the
natural beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl, water ducks, cuckoos,
wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers here. Birds like
Siberian storks migrate here every year.
Climate :
Kumarakom enjoys a tropical climate almost round the year. There is
always a cool, fresh breeze that makes even the warmest months
bearable. The monsoons are from early June to mid August. November
through March are considered the best months.
Fauna :
The main attractions are local birds like the water fowl, cuckoo,
owl, egret, heron and the water duck, as well as the migratory
Siberian cranes.Parrots, teal, larks, flycatchers, wood beetle, and
other birds are seen here during their respective migratory seasons.
Best Time to Visit :
The best time for this is between November and March, when a range
of migratory birds from Siberia make it their winter home
Accommodation
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).
