Alappuzha, Aug. 8 -- US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor praised Kerala's famed backwaters during his maiden visit to the state, describing his experience as "absolutely incredible" and expressing his desire to return. He also apprised about his meeting with Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan.

Speaking to reporters here, Gor on Saturday said he had a memorable experience visiting the backwaters and encouraged people to visit the southern state.

"I'm visiting this state for the first time. We had an absolutely incredible time visiting the backwaters here. It's a great place to visit. I highly encourage a lot of other people to (come) here and visit. We only got to spend one day here, but I look forward to coming back. Our morning started ...