However what makes this resort unique is its fabulous list of activities to make R &R thoroughly enjoyable like never before. Boating that includes both well – equipped houseboats and riverboats help vacationers explore the vast expanse of river as well as the many attractions along the riverside. The famous Champakulam Church , which boasts of a legacy of 16centuries old, the home of the recently canonized St Kuriakose Elias Chavara along with the Mankombu Bhagavathy Temple are all situated nearby and present the tourist who may visit these sites anytime he desires , with a day of pleasant sightseeing which will be arranged by the resort with all facilities provided. It’s interesting to note that this is also the birthplace of the famous agricultural scientist Dr M S Swaminadhan, who is the pride of not just the state of Kerala but of the entire nation as well. Famous literary figures like Thakazhy Sivasankara Pillai, KaavalamNarayanaPanicker as well as the actor NedumudiVenu and the Kathakali artist ChampakulamPachupillai hail from this verdant haven. Not surprising, given that the view may awaken the artist and poet in even the most ordinary among men.