natural wonder
Kerala Backwaters
A network of interconnected canals, rivers, and lagoons where houseboats glide through palm-fringed waterways in southern India.
45 km · about 50 min drive
Kerala, India · Asia
Palai sits on the route: 15 minutes from Palackattumala, 45km from Kerala Backwaters.
Palai is a town located in Kerala, India. With a population of 22,056, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Palai 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 Palai to your route.
Pala (IPA: [paːlaː]) is a municipality in the Kottayam district of Kerala, India. It is located 28 km (17.4 mi) north of the district headquarters in Kottayam and about 167 km (103.8 mi) north of the state capital Thiruvananthapuram. Pala also serves as the headquarters of Meenachil Taluk. As per the 2011 IndianRead more
census, Pala has a population of 22,056, and a population density of 1,373/km2 (3,560/sq mi).
Pala is on the banks of the Meenachil River and is a major hub of Syrian Christian culture in Kerala.
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Palai is located in Kerala, India, Asia. The coordinates are 9.7131 latitude, 76.6833 longitude.
Palai has a population of approximately 22,056 people, making it a town in India.
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natural wonder
A network of interconnected canals, rivers, and lagoons where houseboats glide through palm-fringed waterways in southern India.
45 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
A charming historic quarter blending Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial architecture with iconic Chinese fishing nets along the waterfront.
56 km · about 65 min drive
landmark
Kerala's top amusement park with over 50 land and water rides set amid lush tropical surroundings.
57 km · about 65 min drive
national park
A tiger and elephant reserve set around a scenic artificial lake in the Western Ghats, offering boat safaris through the wildlife sanctuary.
59 km · about 70 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Rolling emerald hills blanketed with tea gardens at 1,600 meters elevation in the Western Ghats, offering cool mountain air and scenic drives.
59 km · about 70 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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