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Vickramasingapuram to Kumarakom

Updated: March 27, 2024 06:24 PM
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Vickramasingapuram to Kumarakom - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Kerala, where both Vickramasingapuram and Kumarakom are located, is Malayalam. However, English is also widely spoken in both towns.

Currency

The official currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR). It is the only currency accepted in both Vickramasingapuram and Kumarakom.

Distance

The distance between Vickramasingapuram and Kumarakom is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

How to Reach

By Road

The best way to reach Kumarakom from Vickramasingapuram is by road. There are several buses that run between the two towns, and the journey takes about 3-4 hours.

By Train

There are no direct trains from Vickramasingapuram to Kumarakom. However, you can take a train from Vickramasingapuram to Kottayam, and then take a bus or taxi to Kumarakom.

By Air

The nearest airport to Kumarakom is the Cochin International Airport (COK). From the airport, you can take a taxi or bus to Kumarakom.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Vickramasingapuram to Kumarakom will vary depending on your mode of transportation and the time of year you travel. However, you can expect to spend around INR 500-1000 on transportation.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kumarakom is during the winter months (October to March). The weather is pleasant during this time, and there are fewer crowds.

What to Eat

Kumarakom is known for its delicious seafood. Some of the must-try dishes include:

  • Karimeen Pollichathu (pearl spot fish wrapped in banana leaves and grilled)
  • Meen Moilee (fish cooked in a coconut milk-based sauce)
  • Appam (soft, fluffy pancakes made from fermented rice batter)
  • Puttu (cylindrical steamed rice cakes)

Where to Go

There are several things to see and do in Kumarakom, including:

  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
  • Vembanad Lake
  • Pathiramanal Island
  • Kumarakom Beach

FAQ

  1. What is the distance between Vickramasingapuram and Kumarakom?
  2. Approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

  4. What is the best way to reach Kumarakom from Vickramasingapuram?
  5. By road.

  7. How much will it cost to travel from Vickramasingapuram to Kumarakom?
  8. Around INR 500-1000.

  10. When is the best time to visit Kumarakom?
  11. During the winter months (October to March).

  13. What are some of the must-try dishes in Kumarakom?
  14. Karimeen Pollichathu, Meen Moilee, Appam, Puttu.

  16. What are some of the things to see and do in Kumarakom?
  17. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Vembanad Lake, Pathiramanal Island, Kumarakom Beach.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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