Man on a Boat with a Pole - a photo on Flickriver

            Ahoy there! Let's set sail on a journey to the Pristine Islands of Kerala, where boating takes on a whole new level of creativity. Forget about those fancy motorboats and high-tech gadgets, because we're going old-school with the classic pole push method.

Pristine Island is about 20 kms by road from Cochin, the capital of Kerala. From the road head you need to engage a boatman to take you across the limpid blue backwaters, a little flustered with water hyacinth.

Picture this: you're gliding through crystal-clear waters, surrounded by a breathtaking skyline and huts perched on stilts. And who's powering your boat? None other than a skilled rower, flexing their muscles as they push the boat forward with nothing but a sturdy pole.

It's like stepping into a time machine and experiencing boating the way our ancestors did. No noisy engines or complicated controls - just you, nature, and the rhythmic sound of water splashing against your boat.

And let's not forget the view! From your unique vantage point in that humble little boat, you'll have an uninterrupted panorama of Kerala's stunning landscapes. It's like having front-row seats to nature's greatest show.

So next time you find yourself yearning for an adventure that combines simplicity and beauty, hop aboard one of these pole-pushed boats in Kerala. It's an experience that will leave you feeling connected to both tradition and nature - all while giving your rower some well-deserved props for their impressive strength!

Now, who needs fancy yachts when you can have an unforgettable boating experience with just a humble pole push?

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Taken on: August 19, 2006

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