Alleppey City Travel
Alappuzha ( Alleppey ) is famous for its boat races, houseboats, coir products,
fish and lakes. Alappuzha remains prominent on the tourist trial of Kerala
as one of the major centers for backwater boat trips. An enchanting backwater
destination, Alleppey offers visitors many other leisure options. Boating and
fishing facilities are available at Alappuzha. Holiday packages
on the houseboats, traditional Kettuvalloms, are an out-of-this-world experience
at Alleppey.
A picturesque world of backwaters, thatched houseboats, Cormorants, Chinese
fishing nets and swaying palms - An ideal getaway. Nature has composed
its magic to perfection here. A million verdant coconut palms lining the rivers
lean to examine its reflections on the glassy rivers. Everywhere, nature is
at its best. Blooming forth in perfumes of flowers. In the riot of colors of
multi-hued birds. In the fresh, succulent and bountiful freshwater fishes.
"Kuttanad" in Alappuzha ( Alleppey ) is one of few places in the
world where farming is done below sea level. Kuttanad is a land
of lush paddy fields and is called the 'Rice Bowl' of Kerala. Kuttanad
stretches for 75 Km sandwiched between the sea and the hills. Kuttanad
is the most beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of the
snake boat races are conducted and a majority of the rice boat & houseboat
cruises are scheduled. Kerala's network of navigable backwaters stretches to
over 900km. These serene waterways are fringed by palm grove and paddy fields
and offer a striking spectacle of the rustic life.
Situated in Kuttanad popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala, QST & R
Block Kayals (backwaters) remind the visitor of the famous dikes of Holland.
A striking example of the indigenous agricultural engineering know-how, here
cultivation and habitation are made possible at four to ten feet below the sea
level. For this purpose extensive land has been reclaimed from the backwaters
and is protected by dikes built around it. A leisurely cruise along the
canals here is a memorable experience.
Places to See
Alappuzha - Aquatourism : With the Arabian sea on the west and a vast
network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers criss crossing it, Alappuzha
is a district of immense natural beauty.
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple : (15 km south of Alappuzha)Built in
the typical Kerala architectural style, this temple is famous all over India
for the Palpayasam, the daily offering of deliciously sweet milk porridge.
Chavara Bhavan : (6 km from Alappuzha. Accessible only by boat): Chavara
Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara.
Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, Mavelikkara : The Kettukazhcha festival
at this temple draws large crowds of devotees.
Champakulam Church : One of the oldest churches in Kerala, the St. Mary's
Church is believed to be one of the seven established by St. Thomas.
Pathiramanal - This is one of the most popular picnic spots in alappuzha.
The pier, which extends into the sea here, is about 140 years old.
Edathua Church : (24 km from Alappuzha, on the Alappuzha - Thiruvalla
Road)Established in 1810, the church is dedicated to St. George.
Kuttanad - Kuttanad, called the rice bowl of Kerala because of her
wealth of paddy crops, is at the very heart of the backwaters.
The Vijaya Beach Park : Picnic spot with children's park & boating facilities
(Open 1500 - 2000 hrs). Entrance fee: Rs. 2 per person; Free entrance for children
below 5 years. Boating charge: Rs. 10 for 10 minutes.
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple : (32 km south of Alappuzha)Situated near
Harippad, this is a serpent shrine under the patronage of a brahmin family,
headed by a priestess.
Q S T and R Block Kayal : Situated in Kuttanad popularly known as the
rice bowl of Kerala, QST & R Block Kayals (backwaters) remind the visitor
of the famous dikes of Holland.
How to Reach
By Air :
Nearest Airport: Kochi (164 kms.); Thiruvanathapuram (59 kms.)
By Road :
An Excellent road network links the district to all major towns and cities in
India.
Ferry Service :
Kottayam (2:30 Hours); Changanasseri (3:00 hours); Kollam (8:00 hours); Kumarakom
(2:00 hours) by special Boat.
Local Transport:
Bus, Taxi, Autorickshaw, Boat.
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