Friday 8 May 2015

Kuttanadu

Kuttanadu is a region in the Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta and Kottayam Districts, in the state of Kerala, India, well known for its picturesque vast paddy fields and its geographical peculiarities. It's the region with the lowest altitude in India, and one of the few places in the world where farming is carried out below sea level. It’s also one of the historically important places in the ancient history of South India.It is the major rice granary of Kerala, where vast stretches of verdant paddy fields are interlaced with enchanting backwaters create some of the unforgettable sights.
It is noted for its farming below sea level (about 4 to 10 feet). Four major rivers in Kerala viz. Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil and Manimala flow into the region
Country  India
State Kerala
District Alappuzha
Elevation -2.2 m (−7.2 ft)
Languages
 • Official Malayalam, English
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
PIN 6895- 6896-
Telephone code 0477 ,0479
Vehicle registration KL 66
Nearest city Alappuzha

Habeeb Rahman Photography

Habeeb Rahman Photography

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