Thazhathangady

The historic town of Thazhathangadi in Kottayam district is just 2 km away from the city. A major leg of Champions Boat League (CBL) is held on the Meenachil River in Thazhathangadi.

Once a centre of trade and commerce during the reign of Thekkumkoor kings in the 17th and 18th century, Thazhathangadi also has a centuries-old connection with snake boat races.

How to reach

Cochin International Airport, about 82.4 km away

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Kottayam KSRTC Bus Stand, about 5.6 km away
Private Bus Stand, 4.5 km away

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Kottayam Railway Station, about 6.2 km away

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Other Venues

Karuvatta
Karuvatta

Karuvatta village in Haripad Taluk, Alappuzha, hosts the only Champions Boat League (CBL) race on a canal. Held annually on the Thottappally Spillway, the canal that carries waters from Achankovil and Pamba River to the Arabian Sea.The picturesque village also offers scenic views of paddy fields, coconut lagoons, rivers and backwaters.

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Beypore
Beypore

The scenic and historic port town of Beypore in Kozhikode district, is the only northern Kerala venue of Champions Boat League (CBL). Renowned for its centuries-old wooden ship (Uru) building prowess, Beypore is an exemplary centre for Responsible Tourism.The boat race is held on the Chaliyar River between the old and new Feroke bridges. The enchanting locale is surrounded by the Arabian Sea, Chaliyar River, Kadalundi River, and Kallayi River. The beach here is the venue of the Beypore Water Festival, one of India's largest water carnivals.

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Piravom
Piravom

The beautiful Muvattupuzha river in Piravom is the venue of Champions Boat League race. The village is in Ernakulam district and borders the neighbouring district of Kottayam.The event is one of the oldest and toughest races in the league. The locality is renowned for its natural beauty and religious harmony. The lush green paddy fields, alluring hillocks and rivers are sights to behold in Piravom.

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Punnamada
Punnamada

This enchanting backwater in Alappuzha district is the venue for the Nehru Trophy Boat Race, the most prestigious snake boat event in Champions Boat League (CBL). This grand race marks the beginning of the CBL season and winning this trophy is a matter of pride for every snake boat owner and every boating club in Kerala.The lake is an extension of Vembanad Lake, Kerala’s longest and largest lake. Punnamada is a pristine locale that offers great opportunities for visitors to enjoy the beauty of rustic Kerala. The lake is easily accessible by road and water. There are excellent accommodation facilities nearby.

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