8 tourism projects launched in Kerala
Ramping up tourism facilities state-wide with an aim at boosting the sector, hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kerala government on Sunday launched 18 projects, completed at a cost of INR 40.46 crore.
The projects, inaugurated by Tourism Minister Kadakampally Surendran through videoconferencing, include destination development of Kovalam Phase 1 Samudra Beach park area and Grove Beach area, Kovalam at a cost of INR 9.9 crore and beautification and interlocking of Mulavilakam Footpath at Kovalam at a cost of INR 52 lakh.
In his address, the Minister said the domino effect of COVID-19 was reflected in the tourism sector and was expected to continue for some more time. But the government did not allow the pandemic to hamper the implementation of the tourism sector projects. The state government has initiated a lot of special projects for revival of the sector, where around 15 lakh people are employed dir
Malanad-Malabar River Cruise to change Kerala s tourism face from February 15
The endeavour envisages 48 boat terminals and jetties along seven rivers across the districts of Kannur and Kasaragod. PTI
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Kerala Tourism is launching the pioneering Malanad-Malabar River Cruise project next week, rolling the first of the 11 types of boat-rides that provide individual thematic experiences and attracts tourists to the the state s less-explored areas. The inaugural cruise boat will enter the waters on February 15 as part of the innovative project that aims to brighten the waterways in the northern districts of Kannur and Kasaragod.
The first service will be on the route linking Parassinikkadavu and Pazhayangadi. The project will also help showcase the Malabar regions culture, rich with local legends and folk arts. The endeavour envisages 48 boat terminals and jetties along seven rivers across the districts of K