A tourism project to conserve the mangroves, biodiversity, local resources and traditional jobs in Kozhikode district was launched here today.
State Minister for Tourism andCo-operation Kadakampally Surendran inaugurated the 'Jalaayanam tourism project'at the Kambilipparambu Mambuzha Farm Tourism Centre.
Speaking on the occasion, he said five packages would be offered under the project.
They are: 'Know Kadalundi', a full-day package, offering country boat rides, taking tourists closer to the mangrove forests, the traditional lake and marine resources.
'Feel Mohabbath with Mambuzha' offers tourists a day-long visit to centres where mats, earthen pots, brass iron box are manufactured.
The 'Chaliyar Triveni Gramayathra' would take tourists on a ride across three rivers to watch fishing.
A half-day package 'Yesteryear Villages' includes a boat ride, visit to a coir-manufacturing unit, coconut tree- climbing, live fishing, and traditional meals.
The 'Connecting Culture' package offers trekking and sightseeing of paddy fields, traditional weaving units and art centres.
The Jalaayanam website was launched byCollector U V Jose.
Coordinator of Kerala State Responsible Tourism Mission K Rupesh Kumar gave a presentation on the project, which is being implemented along with the Kozhikode Block Panchayat.
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