Thiruvallam Backwaters
One of the favorite excursions of most tourists who visit Kerala is a pleasure trip on the Thiruvallam backwaters located not very far 
away from Kovalam, the beach paradise near Thiruvananthapuram. A canoe trip down the green blue waters, with the sunshine playing through the shades of the palm and coconut trees, the twittering of the songbirds, the rustle of the cool breeze, the distant strains of folksongs sung by the women as they engage in their chores – all these and more await to treat your senses at the picturesque setting of Thiruvallam.
Location
This popular backwater destination is located about 8 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala.
The region is connected to the rest of the world via the international airport at the State capital in Thiruvananthapuram. Thiruvallam is also well-connected in terms of rail links and roadways available at Thiruvananthapuram city.
The place is situated at the confluence of the two rivers, Killi and Karamana which feed the
backwaters.These river banksenhance the natural beauty of Thiruvallam. A historic Parashurama temple is also located in this place. Many pilgrims visit this famous temple to pay homage to their ancestors.
Tourist Spots
Parashurama Temple
The main tourist attraction apart from the backwater tour itself is a temple devoted to Parashurama. Legend has it that it was Sage Parashurama who had created Kerala out of the landmass that had so far been submerged under the sea. People from all over the State come here to pay their regards to the founder of the State.
Veli Tourist Village
Another famed attraction for tourists undertaking a tour down the Thiruvallam Backwaters is the Veli Tourist Village. This exclusive picnic spot, a favorite of those visiting the region, lies between the Veli Lagoon and the Arabian Sea which are separated by a narrow strip of land. It is at a distance of 8 kms from the capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. Veli Tourist Village offers the vacationers a variety of water sports to indulge in and its major attraction is an 18 acre park by the waterside. What is spectacular is that a floating bridge links Veli and the nearby seashore.
Akulam Boat Club
The Akulam Boat Club, also just 8 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram, is another famed tourist attraction. The Club provides boating cruises on the nearby Akulam Lake. A boat ride from here to the Karamana River will cost approximately Rs. 300 (to and fro). It also houses an amusement park and a swimming pool for children. There are also arrangements for enjoying water sports while you are on a trip to the backwaters of Thiruvallam near Kovalam. Tourists often visit this Club to picnic with friends and family.
Pozhikara Beach
The Pozhikara Beach is a nearby haunt beloved by tourists. The Karamana and Parvathy Puthanaar Rivers empty into the Arabian
Sea at this spot.
Brilliantly coloured flowers striking in variety and beauty, the dense green foliage, the natural vegetation, the exotic water birds and other flora and fauna make your tour on the Thiruvallam Backwaters an unending bag of pleasant surprises.
Rustic ambience
The wanderlust-struck vacationists who take a trip on the Thiruvallam Backwaters to quench their thirst for peace and relaxation are calmed by Mother Nature’s caresses. The serenity of the water stretch, the scenic beauty of the banks, and the soothing ambience offer you a dreamy and pleasant vacation. A canoe ride in these parts is a must. The hectic, breathless pace of everyday life forgotten, you get recharged and rejuvenated totally. The locals and their hamlets remind you of the rustic, simple life that is buried in the breakneck pace of city life and you learn to enjoy the solitude and company alike. You may also partake in the local festivals such as Arattu in Thulam (October- November) and Karkadaka Vavu Bali in Karkidakam (July - August).
Thiruvallam is one of the most popular backwater destinations located near Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. Tourists explore the place through canoe rides and boat cruises amid lush greenery and get entertained floating by the various fishing villages of the locality. You can enjoy the exotic landscape with water birds and various aquatic flowers all around as your boat sails along. While on this joyous cruise in Thiruvallam, you can also enjoy watching the local children playing around. The traditional rhythm of life is still preserved in these villages of Kerala.
