Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Bullock Race in Kerala


Bullock race in Kerala is famous for its ancient history. Bullocks are used to till paddy fields in Kerala and the same bullocks are tested for their sporting capabilities and take part in Bull races in Kerala. Specially trained bulls are raced by strong men in mud fields and thousands of people come to witness the wild sporting event.

Handicrafts of Kerala The wooden snake boat used for Boat races


The carved wooden boat is a memento from Kerala.

Snake Boat of Kerala


The Chundan Vallom or Country boat used for Boat race lay in the pier of the back water.

Alleppey Boat Race


The spirit of dashing to the finishing line.... to win the coveted trophy for the Boat race. The thrilling water sports event of Kerala

Boat Race in Kerala Back waters


The trained oarsmen in each team fight the race like a war. Each Boat has a team with a manager and winning the race is like a prestige issue for each team. VIP's like Prime Minister and President of the country come to witness the Boat Race.

Snake Boat Race in Kerala called Vallomkali


The most thrilling water sports in Alleppey in Kerala called Vallom Kali or Boat play. It takes place in the famous back waters of Alleppey in Kerala, India. The dragon boat race is also famous during the Onam festival season and attracts thousands of foreign tourists each year.

Monday, April 21, 2014

Venice of the East Alleppey Kerala India


Alleppey is also called the Venice of the East due to its innumerable waterways stretching hundreds of Kilometers and inland to several villages and uninhabited tiny islands. Millions of tourists visit the waterways of Alleppey and enjoy the scenes and food served especially the fish.