But these plush homes aren't found in glossy apartment buildings or picturesque cottages - instead they're concealed within the houseboats, barges and yachts that line the country's rivers and canals.

Kerala Tourism allocates funds for sewage barge to address waste disposal challenges faced by Alappuzha houseboat operators.

The Anekajatbhujonga appears plain in the outline especially when compared to the other three royal barges. The barge has no figurehead, but stands out due to its simple yet graceful design. The ...