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Kumbalangy

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About Kumbalangy

Kumbalangy is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Kumbalam, 43km from Kerala Backwaters.

Kumbalangy is a town located in Kerala, India. With a population of 42,367, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kumbalangy sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kumbalangy to your route.

About Kumbalangy

Kumbalangi (Malayalam: [kumbɐɭɐŋːi]) is an island village in the outskirts of Kochi city in the state of Kerala, India. Situated amidst backwaters, around 12 km (7.5 mi) from the city center, Kumbalangi is a major tourist attraction and is famous for its Chinese fishing nets. It is also known among the tourists for

Read more the occurrence of the natural phenomenon known as sea sparkle or bioluminescence in the backwaters at Kumbalangi, which is locally known as Kavaru. It is the first eco-tourism village in India, according to the government agency Kerala Tourism.

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Kumbalangy offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kumbalangy located?

Kumbalangy is located in Kerala, India, Asia. The coordinates are 9.8798 latitude, 76.2835 longitude.

What is the population of Kumbalangy?

Kumbalangy has a population of approximately 42,367 people, making it a town in India.

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Quick Information

Population
42,367
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Kerala
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
9.8798, 76.2835

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Kumbalangy

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Fort Kochi

A charming historic quarter blending Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial architecture with iconic Chinese fishing nets along the waterfront.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Wonderla Kochi

Kerala's top amusement park with over 50 land and water rides set amid lush tropical surroundings.

27 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Kerala Backwaters

A network of interconnected canals, rivers, and lagoons where houseboats glide through palm-fringed waterways in southern India.

43 km · about 50 min drive

waterfall

Athirappilly Falls

The Niagara of India in Kerala, a 24-meter waterfall on the Chalakudy River plunging through dense tropical rainforest in the Western Ghats.

55 km · about 65 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

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