Discover Kerala’s centuries-old boat-building heritage-from the legendary urus of Beypore and the cobra-shaped Chundan Vallams to today’s serene houseboats cruising the backwaters. Learn how wooden boats, once used in naval defense and trade, became icons of tradition and tourism. Explore the craftsmanship, history, and cultural significance of Kerala’s timeless relationship with water.

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