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Kerala Boat Races

Boat Races in KeralaKerala is synonymous with many blissful things. Whether you talk of rejuvenation, food for soul (and body!) or the heavenly ayurvedic massage, Kerala tops the list. So how can it be far behind when it comes to fun and excitement! The boat races in Kerala are an ideal way to experience the vibrant life in Kerala. In Kerala, boat races are very popular and even attract people from nearby states to witness the events. The boat race festival of Kerala is held annually, the dates being decided by the traditional Malayalam calendar.

One such boat race is named after our former Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi. It is held in Ernakulam in the month of December as an honor to the great woman. It is a part of Cochin Carnival festival that takes place every year in December in Kerala. The more famous and popular boat races are discussed in detail in our related sections. The boat races that we have covered are given below.