Palm-fringed emerald islets surrounded by vast backwater stretches are the hallmarks of Alappuzha an important backwater destination in God's Own Country. QST & R Block Kayals is a scenic place located in Alappuzha is a striking example of the indigenous agricultural engineering know-how. Here, cultivation and habitation are made possible at four to 10 feet below sea level by reclaiming land from the backwaters and building dykes around it. A leisurely cruise along the canals that surround the backwaters here is a memorable experience.

Getting there:
The kayals (backwaters) are accessible by boat from Alappuzha (about 2 hrs by motor boat and 30 min by speedboat).
Nearest railway station: Alappuzha.
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 85 km from Alappuzha.