Kumbalanghi is a lovely backwater village intimately interlocked with vast stretches of water, virgin landscapes, calm backwaters, cool shady coconut fields, and lush green paddy cultivations... Kumbalanghi has everything that a tourist can wish for. This village, which is just a few kilometers away from the city of Cochin, is true ideal gateway destination for travelers craving to discover something simple and new.
The first Model Tourism Village in the Country, Kumbalanghi is a dream come true for anyone who seeks pleasure in seeing environments preserved and eco-systems conserved.
Blessed with vast stretches of serene backwaters, Kumbalanghi creates the ideal setting for country boat-cruising and fishing. A network of water bodies caresses the village, before flowing into the Arabian Sea. No wonder the main occupation of the village folk is fishing and boat building. One can come across exotic varieties of backwater catches, which include prawns, shellfishes, lobsters, crabs, Pearlspots (Karimeen) etc. The village is also the home to lush green paddy fields where the famous 'Pokkali' organic rice is cultivated.
Blessed with vast stretches of serene backwaters, Kumbalanghi creates the ideal setting for country boat-cruising and fishing. A network of water bodies caresses the village, before flowing into the Arabian Sea. No wonder the main occupation of the village folk is fishing and boat building. One can come across exotic varieties of backwater catches, which include prawns, shellfishes, lobsters, crabs, Pearlspots (Karimeen) etc. The village is also the home to lush green paddy fields where the famous 'Pokkali' organic rice is cultivated.
Fact File
Area : 16 sq.km; divided into Kumbalanghi, Kallanchery and Anjilithara.
Population : 35000
Language : Malayalam
Prime : Agriculture, fishing and boat building Occupation
How to reach : The tourism village is only a 45-minute drive from the Cochin City.
Route : Via Thoppumpady bridge - Palluruthy - Perumpadappu
Nearest Railway : Ernakulam South, 12 km Station
Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport, 30 km
Nearest Tourist : Fort Kochi Heritage zone, Bolgatty palace, Willingdon
Attractions : Island, Cherai Beach, Kochi City.
Area : 16 sq.km; divided into Kumbalanghi, Kallanchery and Anjilithara.
Population : 35000
Language : Malayalam
Prime : Agriculture, fishing and boat building Occupation
How to reach : The tourism village is only a 45-minute drive from the Cochin City.
Route : Via Thoppumpady bridge - Palluruthy - Perumpadappu
Nearest Railway : Ernakulam South, 12 km Station
Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport, 30 km
Nearest Tourist : Fort Kochi Heritage zone, Bolgatty palace, Willingdon
Attractions : Island, Cherai Beach, Kochi City.
Kumbalangi is an island surrounded by backwaters of Vembanadu Kayal. Kumbalangi is surrounded by palluruthy and Edakochi from the north and north-east respectively. In the east there is Aroor and Ezhupunna lies in the south.
People
The traditional jobs of the people are crab farming, prawn farming, coir processing, toddy tapping, duck farming, fishing. The coir processing was once a very successfull and a core business. Almost every lands near to the water had water pits made to rot the coconut husks.Once successfull business is now on the verge of extinction due to the involvement of the government and of the law which restricted the transport of the husks. The mostly hindus, christians are the major populations. Chinese nets( Cheenavala) can be seen in the waters.The people here are good natured and they live in good harmony, love and peace.
The traditional art forms like Chavittunadakam, Parisamuttukali, Vattakali, Thiruvathirakali are still followed and preserved with interest in Kumbalangi.
Churches and temples
After entering Kumbalangi from the Kumbalangi bridge:
St Joseph Church And School
It is the first church visible. It lies in the left side. The school is upto lower primary. There is also a parish hall associated with the church.
Illikkal Temple
Lying in the right side of the road lies the Illikkal temple.
Lying in the right side of the road lies the Illikkal temple.
People all will took part in the utsavam.
St. Peters Church
It is lying in the left side.
St George Churh
THE OLD VIEW
Lies in the right side it is perhaps the oldest church. It has been reconstructed retaining the original form. There is an upper primary school and a parish hall associated with it. Once there was a famous Volley Ball Court in front of the Church. Almost all the popular players of that time often played there.
Kumbalangi Hotels, Homestays
Backwater Hideaway
The beautiful home of Byju and Lyma is located on the banks of the backwaters, in Kumbalangi village about 10 Kms on the outskirts of Kochi (Cochin) in Kerala in India. Set in rustic, sylvan surroundings, the house is well connected to the heritage zone of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. This is the ideal home for someone looking for a quiet retreat near Kochi - not too far from the city but away from the noise and pollution. read more
Gramam
Gramam is the beautiful home of Byju and Lyma and offers a splendid overview of the backwaters of Kumbalangi village, just 10 kms away from Cochin. It boasts rustic, surroundings and it is well connected to the heritage zone of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Gramam offers calm and comfortable accommodation for those discerning tourists. read more
Kallancherry Retreat
Kallancherry Retreat is located in a pristine village called Kumbalangi, which is 12 Kms away from the Cochin City, Kerala. Kallancherry is not a resort but a home where you can be a part of it. Surrounded by backwaters, you as a tourist will enjoy staying in this Home-stay. The specialty with the Kallancherry homestay is that you can stay with the family as a part of it in a separate bedroom provided to you with independent access and facilities such as telephone and Internet connectivity. Pick up and drop off services are provided to the guests in Kallancherry. You only need to specify your location. read more
Kannenkeril Homestay
The farm house amidst the canopy of tropical trees on a large compound that merges gently into the backwaters of Cochin . It is situated in Kumbalangy, one of the many villages clinging to the outskirts of Cochin City . The village is unique due to its proximity to the city while being tucked away in the calm backwaters as a typical village of Kerala. read more
Methanam Heritage
A heritage bungalow, Heritage Methanam is situated at Kumbalangi, a rustic village close to Kochi. A renovated palace-like building, Methanam offers ample privacy with its exclusive 6 rooms. The tourists can choose their accommodation from 3 suites or 3 deluxe rooms. read more
Orchid House
Orchid House, this beautiful home stay is located in the most tranquil and unpolluted area of Kumblanghi Village in Cochin, Kerala. Tourists who want to experience the splendor of Orchid farm can enjoy staying at Orchid House. read more
The beautiful home of Byju and Lyma is located on the banks of the backwaters, in Kumbalangi village about 10 Kms on the outskirts of Kochi (Cochin) in Kerala in India. Set in rustic, sylvan surroundings, the house is well connected to the heritage zone of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. This is the ideal home for someone looking for a quiet retreat near Kochi - not too far from the city but away from the noise and pollution. read more
Gramam
Gramam is the beautiful home of Byju and Lyma and offers a splendid overview of the backwaters of Kumbalangi village, just 10 kms away from Cochin. It boasts rustic, surroundings and it is well connected to the heritage zone of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Gramam offers calm and comfortable accommodation for those discerning tourists. read more
Kallancherry Retreat
Kallancherry Retreat is located in a pristine village called Kumbalangi, which is 12 Kms away from the Cochin City, Kerala. Kallancherry is not a resort but a home where you can be a part of it. Surrounded by backwaters, you as a tourist will enjoy staying in this Home-stay. The specialty with the Kallancherry homestay is that you can stay with the family as a part of it in a separate bedroom provided to you with independent access and facilities such as telephone and Internet connectivity. Pick up and drop off services are provided to the guests in Kallancherry. You only need to specify your location. read more
Kannenkeril Homestay
The farm house amidst the canopy of tropical trees on a large compound that merges gently into the backwaters of Cochin . It is situated in Kumbalangy, one of the many villages clinging to the outskirts of Cochin City . The village is unique due to its proximity to the city while being tucked away in the calm backwaters as a typical village of Kerala. read more
Methanam Heritage
A heritage bungalow, Heritage Methanam is situated at Kumbalangi, a rustic village close to Kochi. A renovated palace-like building, Methanam offers ample privacy with its exclusive 6 rooms. The tourists can choose their accommodation from 3 suites or 3 deluxe rooms. read more
Orchid House
Orchid House, this beautiful home stay is located in the most tranquil and unpolluted area of Kumblanghi Village in Cochin, Kerala. Tourists who want to experience the splendor of Orchid farm can enjoy staying at Orchid House. read more
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