Alleppey also known as Alappuzha is lovingly known as 'Venice of the East' for its interconnected lakes, lagoons and freshwater rivers.
Alleppey along with Kumarakom is known to be backwater paradise of the country.
Alleppey is the prime hub of Kerala's spectacular backwaters and home to a vast network of waterways and has over 1000 houseboats.
Historical monuments and traditional Kerala architecture dominates the landscape of Alleppey. It is also known as the 'Rice bowl of India', owing to significant paddy cultivation.
Allepey has Vembanad lake - the longest lake in India. Made from a union of 6 major rivers.
The backwaters formed surrounding the Vembanad lake, off the Arabian Sea coast, is network of rivers, lakes, inlets and canals meandering through paddy fields and small villages. And this beautiful backwaters attract people all around the world.
Stay at houseboat in backwaters is a prime highlight of Alleppey.
Alleppey is also the access point for the annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race, held on the Punnamada Lake, on the second Saturday of August every year. This is the most competitive and popular of the boat races in India, and attracts tourists from all over the world.
The most popular event of the race is the competition of Chundan Vallams (snake boats). Hence the race is also known as Snake Boat Race in English.
Food options:
• With an abundance of both salt and fresh water sources, sea food is aplenty. Enjoy Karimeen or Fish Moilee.
• Tender coconut water is in plenty.
• Try the local drink Toddy
• Tapioca is a local snack to munch on.
Alleppey has several shops selling coir products and carpets.
Watching snake boat races and cruising on houseboat are a must do activity in Alleppey.
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Alleppy Beach
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Alleppey beach is one of the best beaches of Kerala, owing to its intrinsic natural beauty. The swaying coconut trees and dense palm groves add to the beauty of this beach.
Alleppey beach offers sights of beautiful sunsets and sun kissed sands. It hosts many events annually like Alappuzha beach festival, Sand art festival etc.
Alleppy Beach has the 19th-century Alappuzha Lighthouse.
Visitors are allowed inside the lighthouse between 3 PM to 4:30 PM on every weekday at an admission fee of INR 10.
Alleppey beach is one of the best beaches of Kerala, owing to its intrinsic natural beauty. The swaying coconut trees and dense palm groves add to the beauty of this beach.
Alleppey beach offers sights of beautiful sunsets and sun kissed sands. It hosts many events annually like Alappuzha beach festival, Sand art festival etc.
Alleppy Beach has the 19th-century Alappuzha Lighthouse.
Visitors are allowed inside the lighthouse between 3 PM to 4:30 PM on every weekday at an admission fee of INR 10.
Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple
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Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple in Ambalappuzha which was built during 15th – 17th AD in the typical Kerala architectural style. It is at a distance of 13 kilometres from Alleppey.
The idol at Ambalapuzha is likened to Parthasarthi with a whip in the right hand and a Shankhu in the left.
Ambalappuzha temple is also known as the ‘Dwaraka’ of the south. The idol of Sri Krishna from the Guruvayoor Temple was safeguarded in this temple during the raids of Tipu Sultan in 1789.
This Temple is famous all over India for the Palpayasam, a daily offering of deliciously sweet milk porridge. According to the legends, it is believed that Guruvayoorappan reaches here daily at the time of Palpayasa Nedyam to have it.
Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple in Ambalappuzha which was built during 15th – 17th AD in the typical Kerala architectural style. It is at a distance of 13 kilometres from Alleppey.
The idol at Ambalapuzha is likened to Parthasarthi with a whip in the right hand and a Shankhu in the left.
Ambalappuzha temple is also known as the ‘Dwaraka’ of the south. The idol of Sri Krishna from the Guruvayoor Temple was safeguarded in this temple during the raids of Tipu Sultan in 1789.
This Temple is famous all over India for the Palpayasam, a daily offering of deliciously sweet milk porridge. According to the legends, it is believed that Guruvayoorappan reaches here daily at the time of Palpayasa Nedyam to have it.
Vembanad lake / Punnamada Lake
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Vembanad is the longest lake in India and spans over several districts of Kerala.
It is known as Punnamada Lake in Kuttanad, Kochi Lake in Kochi.
Punnamada Lake's snake boat races (Nehru Trophy Boat Race) are a well-known annual event.
Vembanad Lake is at the heart of Kerala Backwaters tourism and has hundreds of house boats (Kettuvallam) for tourists to enjoy the beauty of backwaters.
The lake enjoys rich biodiversity and is home to several marine, bird and animal species.
Vembanad is the longest lake in India and spans over several districts of Kerala.
It is known as Punnamada Lake in Kuttanad, Kochi Lake in Kochi.
Punnamada Lake's snake boat races (Nehru Trophy Boat Race) are a well-known annual event.
Vembanad Lake is at the heart of Kerala Backwaters tourism and has hundreds of house boats (Kettuvallam) for tourists to enjoy the beauty of backwaters.
The lake enjoys rich biodiversity and is home to several marine, bird and animal species.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race / Snake Boat Race
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Nehru Trophy Boat Race is held on on the second Saturday of August every year on Alleppey's Punnamada Lake. The most popular event of the race is the competition of Chundan Vallams (snake boats). Hence the race is also known as Snake Boat Race in English.
This is the most competitive and popular of the boat races in India, and attracts tourists from all over the world.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race is held on on the second Saturday of August every year on Alleppey's Punnamada Lake. The most popular event of the race is the competition of Chundan Vallams (snake boats). Hence the race is also known as Snake Boat Race in English.
This is the most competitive and popular of the boat races in India, and attracts tourists from all over the world.
Krishnapuram Palace
Entry Fees :₹ 25 (Closed on Mondays and national holidays) Time To Visit :9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Krishnapuram Palace is at a distance of 47 kilometres from Alleppey at Kayamkulam. It was built in the 18th century in Kerala architectural style with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows.
The Palace today is an archeological museum exhibiting many antique sculptures and exquisite paintings.
It has the largest mural painting is titled Gajendra Moksham of 154 square feet in size.
Krishnapuram Palace is at a distance of 47 kilometres from Alleppey at Kayamkulam. It was built in the 18th century in Kerala architectural style with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows.
The Palace today is an archeological museum exhibiting many antique sculptures and exquisite paintings.
It has the largest mural painting is titled Gajendra Moksham of 154 square feet in size.
Marari Beach
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Marari Beach is located almost 11 kms from Alleppey. It is famous for its Ayurvedic centres and stylish beach resorts. The beach shore line is covered with long rows of coconut trees and is a great place to spend the time beside the clean and calm waters. The views during sunrise and sunset at the Marari Beach are breathtaking.
Marari Beach is located almost 11 kms from Alleppey. It is famous for its Ayurvedic centres and stylish beach resorts. The beach shore line is covered with long rows of coconut trees and is a great place to spend the time beside the clean and calm waters. The views during sunrise and sunset at the Marari Beach are breathtaking.
Mannarasala Temple
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The Mannarasala Temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity Nagaraja and it houses 30,000 images of various mythical snakes. The temple is located amidst lush green surroundings and built in typical Kerala architecture.
The Mannarasala Temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity Nagaraja and it houses 30,000 images of various mythical snakes. The temple is located amidst lush green surroundings and built in typical Kerala architecture.
Mullakkal Bhagavathy Temple
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Mullakkal Temple is dedicated to goddess Durga, popularly known as Mullakkal Devi by the locals.
Being surrounded by well-maintained wall and a beautiful pond inside, the premises has plenty of trees and jasmine plants.
This temple is situated at 5 km distance from Alleppy railway station.
Mullakkal Temple is dedicated to goddess Durga, popularly known as Mullakkal Devi by the locals.
Being surrounded by well-maintained wall and a beautiful pond inside, the premises has plenty of trees and jasmine plants.
This temple is situated at 5 km distance from Alleppy railway station.
St. Mary Forane Church / Champakulam Church
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St. Mary Forane Church is also known as the Champakulam Church is one of the oldest churches in India. It is situated on the bank of the backwaters about 11 kms from Allepey. It is famous for its beautiful murals and sculptures.
St. Mary Forane Church is also known as the Champakulam Church is one of the oldest churches in India. It is situated on the bank of the backwaters about 11 kms from Allepey. It is famous for its beautiful murals and sculptures.
Pathiramanal
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Pathiramanal, a small island on the backwaters of Alappuzha, is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating from different parts of the world. The scenic beauty of both sides of the lake as well as that of the island is mind blowing.
The name Pathiramanal means 'sands of night'.
Pathiramanal island is accessible only by boat. You can reach there after 1 1/2 hours drive by motor boat or 30 minutes by speed boat from Alleppey. And 40 minutes from Kumarakom.
The journey to Pathiramanal through Vembanad Lake is a marvellous experience. Other than the natural beauty of the island it is also a bird watcher's paradise.
Pathiramanal, a small island on the backwaters of Alappuzha, is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating from different parts of the world. The scenic beauty of both sides of the lake as well as that of the island is mind blowing.
The name Pathiramanal means 'sands of night'.
Pathiramanal island is accessible only by boat. You can reach there after 1 1/2 hours drive by motor boat or 30 minutes by speed boat from Alleppey. And 40 minutes from Kumarakom.
The journey to Pathiramanal through Vembanad Lake is a marvellous experience. Other than the natural beauty of the island it is also a bird watcher's paradise.
By Air
The Cochin International Airport, located at a distance of 75 kms is the nearest airport to Allepey.
By Train
Alleppey Railway Station is well connected by rail to Cochin and Trivandrum.
By Road
Alleppey has good road connectivity.
There are many government and private buses that connect Alleppey to most major neighbouring cities. Luxury air-conditioned buses also operate from cities such as Bangalore, Chennai, Mysore and Coimbatore to Alleppey.
