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Madurai to Vembanad Lake

Updated: March 14, 2024 05:16 AM
Vembanad Lake

Madurai to Vembanad Lake

Vembanad Lake is the largest freshwater lake in India, located in the state of Kerala. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its backwaters, canals, and houseboats. Madurai is a city in the state of Tamil Nadu, known for its Meenakshi Amman Temple and other historical sites. The distance between Madurai and Vembanad Lake is approximately 500 kilometers.

Language

The official language of both Madurai and Vembanad Lake is Tamil. However, English is also widely spoken in both places.

Currency

The official currency of both Madurai and Vembanad Lake is the Indian Rupee (INR).

Distance

The distance between Madurai and Vembanad Lake is approximately 500 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Vembanad Lake from Madurai.

  • By train: There are several trains that run from Madurai to Kottayam, the nearest railway station to Vembanad Lake. The journey takes approximately 10 hours.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run from Madurai to Kottayam. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
  • By car: The distance between Madurai and Vembanad Lake is approximately 500 kilometers. The journey takes approximately 8 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Madurai to Vembanad Lake will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here is a general estimate of the costs:

  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Madurai to Kottayam ranges from INR 200 to INR 1,000.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Madurai to Kottayam ranges from INR 300 to INR 500.
  • By car: The cost of driving from Madurai to Vembanad Lake will vary depending on the fuel consumption of your car and the price of fuel. However, you can expect to pay around INR 1,000 for fuel.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Vembanad Lake is during the winter months (November to March). The weather is pleasant during this time of year, and the lake is at its fullest.

What to Eat

There are several delicious dishes that you can try in Madurai and Vembanad Lake.

  • Madurai: Idli, dosa, sambar, vada, paniyaram, biryani, jigarthanda
  • Vembanad Lake: Karimeen fry, appam, kappa chemeen curry, puttu, idiyappam, payasam

Where to Go

There are several places that you can visit in Madurai and Vembanad Lake.

  • Madurai: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, Gandhi Museum, Alagar Kovil, Koodal Azhagar Temple
  • Vembanad Lake: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Alappuzha Beach, Kuttanad Backwaters, Muhamma Boat Race, Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Madurai to Vembanad Lake.

  • What is the distance between Madurai and Vembanad Lake? The distance between Madurai and Vembanad Lake is approximately 500 kilometers.
  • How do I get from Madurai to Vembanad Lake? You can get from Madurai to Vembanad Lake by train, bus, or car.
  • What is the cost of traveling from Madurai to Vembanad Lake? The cost of traveling from Madurai to Vembanad Lake will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to pay around INR 500 to INR 1,500.
  • What is the best time to visit Vembanad Lake? The best time to visit Vembanad Lake is during the winter months (November to March).
  • What are some of the things that I can do in Madurai and Vembanad Lake? In Madurai, you can visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, Gandhi Museum, Alagar Kovil, and Koodal Azhagar Temple. In Vembanad Lake, you can visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Alappuzha Beach, Kuttanad Backwaters, Muhamma Boat Race, and Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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