Rose Mary Ben Project Title : Elevating Kettuvallams into Floating Celebration Hub Location : Vembanad Lake, Kottayam, Kerala Typology : Kettuvallam is a boat that has been commonly used in Kerala, India. It comes in a wide range of shapes and sizes since the old days. Kettuvallams were initially used to transport rice and spices through the intricate network of canals, but over time, they have been transformed into luxurious floating accommodations for tourists, offering a serene and immersive experience of Kerala’s backwaters. Site Area Vembanad Lake is the longest lake in India and the largest in the state of Kerala, situated in the southwestern part of the country. It spans several districts and covers an area of around 200 square kilometers. Vembanad is renowned for its picturesque backwaters, lush greenery and KETTUVALLAM, making it a popular tourist destination.
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