Alappuzha (or Alleppey) is a city on the Laccadive Sea in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons.
Alleppey Beach, which is also known as the Alappuzha Beach, is famous for its amazing breath-taking beauty with a long coastline. The beach is surrounded by palm trees, an ancient lighthouse, green and flourishing garden in the shore and more. Walk in the white sand of Alleppey and you will be mesmerised by the natural scenic beauty of the beach. You will get to view the fishing techniques by the local people.
Marari Beach is another beautiful beach located in Alappuzha District of Kerala and is 11 Km from Allepey/Alappuzha town of Maraikulam. This small, clean and tidy beach is one of the best picnic spots for visitors who come from across the globe. Tourist can have an amazing time in the beach.
Vembanad is one of the the longest lake in India, and the largest lake in the state of Kerala. The area of the lake is around 785 mi² and length around 59.96 mi. It is one of the best backwater tourism destinations for tourists. The lake is surrounded by coconut trees and you can just imagine the beauty of the place. The expanse is very vast and people can have lots of fun in the open air of the place. The lake is 13 km from the Kottayam railway station.
Kuttanad is popularly known as the “rice bowl of Kerala”. The place has vast paddy fields situated in the Alappuzha and Kottayam Districts, in the state of Kerala. It is famous for producing rice from ancient times. The region is also famous for boat race in the Ramankari Backwaters. Visitors love the socio-cultural life of the place. The green paddy fields will just give you a mesmerising feeling. You will see the busy farmers engrossed in different farming activities in the field.
The Alappuzha Lighthouse is another attraction in Alleppey. It is located in the coastal town of Alappuzha in Kerala. It was built in 1862 and one of the oldest lighthouse. The old architectural beauty captivates the minds and soul of visitors. The view is amazing. The lighthouse of nearly 39 m height tall with long winding staircase.
Karumadi Kuttan is a famous Buddhist pilgrim centre located in Ambalapuzha in Alappuzha. The statue is one of the oldest statue around 11th century old of Lord Buddha. Discover the Buddhist religion in Karumadi Kuttan.
Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is one of the most visited places in Alleppey. It is located in 13 Km from Alleppey. Ambalappuzha is a small town in the Alappuzha district of Kerala. The place is also known as the ‘Dwaraka of the south’. The Temple has array of Mural paintings, which captivates the visitors.
St. George Forane Church Edathua is one of the favourite attractions in Alleppey. It is located in bank of the River Pampa in Kuttanad, Alappuzha district, Kerala and 23 Km from the southeast of Alappuzha.
St. Andrew’s Basilica, Arthunkal is also known as the St. Andrew’s Forane Church. It is located in the Arthunkal, Alappuzha district in Kerala. The Church was built by the Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century. It is believed that the place possessed magical powers to heal the body and mind. It is the first Basilica in the diocese of Alleppey and the seventh Basilica in Kerala. Pay a visit this amazing place to get other mesmerising beauty of wildlife, bird sanctuary, migratory birds and animals and more.
It is one of the oldest Churches in India. The Church is situated on the bank of the backwaters about 11 Km from Allepey. You will love the murals paintings and the sculptures in the Church. The surrounding of the Church is pretty calm and clean. Every year a huge number of visitors pay a visit to the place. The Church is one of the world-renowned centres of pilgrimage. Here people can know about the culture and lifestyle of the Christians. Apart from that, the Church is providing housings to around 2500 families.
Located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha, there is a beautiful palace and a museum named as “Krishnapuram Palace”. The palace was built in a Kerala architectural style with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows. The museum has different paintings and mural painting, which is titled “Gajendra Moksham” of 154 square feet (14.3 m2) size. Visit the palace to have the glimpse of the historical beauty of paintings, know about the lives of the South Indian people. Rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.
