Politics · India · 2 hrs ago
Kerala plans to develop Muziris as an international heritage tourism destination
Kerala plans to develop the Muziris Heritage Project as an international tourism destination.
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan announced the aim while launching water taxi and kayak services in the region.
The project covers heritage sites and communities around North Paravur, Kodungalloor and nearby areas.
More places are planned for connection, including Ezhikkara, Kottappuram and Azheekode.
The government also plans to develop museums, water sports, traditional food and visitor facilities, with public participation intended to support local businesses and jobs.
The revived boating services are part of the expansion, after they had been suspended.
The government says it will also improve Kerala's public transport, including new KSRTC routes.
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan said the Muziris Heritage Project would be developed as an international heritage tourism destination.
He announced the launch of water taxi and kayak services in the region as part of the project.
The government plans to extend the services to Ezhikkara, Kottappuram and Azheekode.
Plans also include developing museums, water sports facilities, heritage attractions, hotels and restaurants.
Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh said the project would be made a global model in tourism.
- Who
- Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan announced the plan. Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh also spoke about the project.
- What
- The Muziris Heritage Project is to be developed as an international heritage tourism destination, with water taxi and kayak services launched.
- When
- Satheesan made the announcement on Sunday.
- Where
- The Muziris region of Kerala, including areas around Paravur and Kodungalloor.
- Why
- The project aims to develop tourism, generate job opportunities and promote local businesses.
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Satheesan launched water taxi and kayak services in the Muziris region.
Satheesan said the Muziris Heritage Project would be made an international heritage tourism destination.
- Project
- Muziris Heritage Project
- Chief Minister
- V.D. Satheesan
- Tourism Minister
- P.C. Vishnunadh
- Planned service expansion
- Ezhikkara, Kottappuram and Azheekode
- Planned attractions
- New museums and water sports facilities
What people are saying
The Chavittunatakam centre of Gothuruth and restaurants serving traditional cuisine will be developed further as part of the heritage project.
Public participation will be ensured in the project to generate more job opportunities and promote local businesses,
the MHP would be made a global model in tourism.