Kerala
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.