Kerala is famous world wide for its back waters and the boat races held in these back waters. Backwaters host many special events during August to September. The electrifying races by carved wooden boats set the backwaters on fire.
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Boat races are held in connection with Onam, the harvest festival in August/September. Scores of long snake boats and other smaller crafts participate in these events. The largest team sport in the world, the snake boat races are preceded by colorful water parades.
