Malarikkal goes beyond lilies to become a full-day destination
The Malarikkal Tourism Society has introduced the new attractions this flowering season as part of efforts to diversify the village’s tourism offerings while retaining its rural charm.
Malarikkal, a village famous for its water lilies, is taking steps to extend its appeal beyond the early morning bloom. The Malarikkal Tourism Society, a community-led initiative, has introduced a range of new attractions to keep visitors engaged throughout the day. These additions include a virtual reality and 3D center, a 3D gallery, a binocular-viewing facility, a 3D photo booth, and plans for water-based activities like canoeing, kayaking, and country-boat rides.
The VR and 3D center allows visitors to explore tourist destinations globally, underwater wonders, and even outer space. Meanwhile, the 3D gallery displays images of significant historical and tourist landmarks in Kottayam, such as Cheriyapalli, Valiyapalli, Kurishupalli, Juma Masjid, and CMS High School. The binocular-viewing facility provides panoramic views of the expansive water lily polders, allowing visitors to spot landmarks as far as Marthandam, about 10 km away.
In an effort to position the center as an educational attraction, the society plans to attract schools and students by showcasing emerging technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and 3D learning. Additionally, the society intends to introduce water-based activities and an oral theatre to share the history and stories connected with Malarikkal and significant historical sites in and around Kottayam.
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