The term ashtamudi, deriving from two sanskrit words ashta and mudi with meaning eight. Ashtamudi lake also called as the ashtamudi kayal is a large and deep wetland ecosystem in our state. With 8 channels, ashtamudi lake is located in kollam district of kerala. Small scale clam fishery in ashtamudi lake, kerala, india a. Ashtamudi lake travel guide, things to do, activities, places to see, pictures. The influence of algal rich food in natural condition to increase fat. Ashtamudi lake is one of the of the biggest lakes in kerala, which is ranked in the second largest lake in kerala, it spread maximum of its area in kollam district. The multiple branches of the lake includes rivers and backwaters and the. Oxyurichthys tentacularis in the ashtamudi lake of kerala. Ashtamudi lake located in the kollam district, is the second largest estuarine system in kerala with a water spread area of about 32 km2 the lake is located between latitude 80 53. Once you are in the vicinity of ashtamudi lake, its wonderful aura can be easily felt. Effects of urbanisation on water quality parameters and.
The water spread area for ashtamudi lake in these three years are found. Ashtamudi lake kollam hotels, resorts, images, best time. All you need to know about ashtamudi lake in kerala. Ashtamudi lake was declared a wetland of global import 10 years ago on august 19, 2012, it will be 10 years since the brackish water ashtamudi lake with eight creeks was declared a ramsar site by. Impact of urbanisation on water quality parameters issuu. Get up, close and personal to the scenery of kollam while cruising on the. Oyster resources of ashtamudi lake, south west coast of. On august 19, 2012, it will be 10 years since the brackish water ashtamudi lake with eight creeks was declared a ramsar site by designating it as a wetland of international importance. Based on availability of resources fisherman change the gear, the different gear used for fishing in the estuary are gill nets, cast nets, pole and line, hook and line, seine, scoop nets and traps. The beautiful lake gets its name ashtamudi, because of its 8 arms or channels. Ashtamudi lake, in the kollam district of the indian state. Ashtamudi lake kollam a beautiful natural paradise in kerala.
Ashtamudi lake kerala a gateway to the backwaters, ashtamudi lake is the most popular place in kollam, which is surrounded by lush green trees and swaying coconut palms. The centre on september 26 notified a new set of rules under the head wetlands conservation and management rules, 2017 replacing the wetlands conservation and management rules, 2010. The term ashtamudi, deriving from two sanskrit words ashta and mudi with meaning eight and cone respectively, gets the literal meaning eight coned. The main basin is approximately km long and the width varies from a few 100. You will definitely be surprised by its vast stretch with numerous. Ashtamudi is an eightcornered lake near kollam renowned for its lake and backwater experience. Banks of ashtamudi lake near kollam in kerala were our home for two days, on our way back home from kanyakumari and trivandrum. Based on availability of resources fisherman change the gear, the different gear used for fishing in the estuary are gill nets. The 8 arms or channels of the ashtamudi lake are what gave it its name. Ashtamudi lake, which was a sleepy destination for years, has been transformed into a busy tourist destination with plush resorts around the lake and the backwaters impact on ecosystem. Concern over reclamation of ashtamudi lake the hindu. Aquatic bioresources of ashtamudi lake, kerala out canoes and plankbuilt boats.
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It possesses a unique wetland ecosystem and a large palmshaped. Places to visit in ashtamudi things to do sightseeing. The raviz ashtamudi, kollam, kollam updated 2020 prices. Ashtamudi lake in kerala has n rich oyster resource dominnted by the indian oyster crasslslrro. The ashtamudi lake in the kollam district of kerala lies in between 76. Ashtamudi lake ashtamudi kayal, in the kollam district of the indian state of kerala, is the most visited backwater and lake in the state. Impact of urbanisation on water quality parameters a case study of ashtamudi lake kollam, author. Ashtamudi lake blogs, comments and archive news on.
It possesses a unique wetland ecosystem and a large palmshaped also described as octopusshaped water body, second only in size to the vembanad estuary ecosystem of the state. One of the most visited backwater lakes of this place, ashtamudi lake is 16 kms long. It was sad that the current reclamation was being done under the label of a. It possesses a distinct wetland ecosystem and an octopus or palmshaped water body, second largest in the state. About 40 species of wetland dependant birds are noted in ashtamudi lake, out of which.
It is the entrance to the famous backwaters of kerala and the houseboat rides here are extremely famous. Ashtamudi lake a ride across lovely backwaters of kerala. Ashtamudi lake is 55 kms long and is divided into eight creeks. Ashtamudi lake kerala 2020 all you need to know before. Pollution status of ashtamudi lake, kerala, india and its. The ashtamudi lake is posing a threat to the health of the residents of the city due to its high pollution levels. Ashtamudi lake ashtamudi kayal, in the kollam district of the indian state of kerala, is the.
It features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a health club. Kollam general settings quilon or kollam, an old sea port town on the arabian sea coast it is located on the. Unchecked pollution kills ashtamudi lake deccan chronicle. Ashtamudi lake, the gateway to the backwaters of kerala.
Pdf the economically valuable bivalve mollusc, known as the shortneck clam, is the. The labyrinthine network comprise myriad brackish lagoons, lakes. Ashtamudi lake is a prominent and premier backwater lake in the kollam district of kerala. Pollution status of ashtamudi lake, kerala, india and its impact on some key stone mangrove species a case study. Soakin the beauty of the lush surroundings by opting for ashtamudi backwaters tour. The case study describes the effect of urbanisation on water quality parameters and suggest for its improvement. It has the shape of a palm and is large next to the. Ashtamudi lake latest breaking news, pictures, videos, and special reports from the economic times. Ashtmudi lake is in the kollam district of kerala state in india.