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Alappuzha
To label Alappuzha (The Malayalam name for Alleppey) The 'Venice of the East' might today appear a far-etched cliche of travelogue writers, but this quaint little town is certainly the Venice of India. Nowhere else will you find, spread out across the center of town, a unique crisscrossing network of canals on which thatched country boats punt along leisurely. The proximity of lakes adds to the Venetian ambience.
But when Raja Kesavadasan, the Dewan of Travancore, founded the town in 1762, there was just one canal through the strip of sand between the backwaters and the sea. This soon grew into a bustling waterway, with shops, factories and commercial establishments springing up on either bank of the canal. This attracted merchants from other parts of the country.
Alleppey Backwater
One of the major tourist attractions of Kerala are its backwaters. Formed by a network of lagoons, rivers, canals and lakes, the backwaters are a complete package of scenery, biodiversity, beauty, peace and harmony. And the best way to explore these backwaters is through cruises.A cruise along the majestic backwaters of Kerala is a heavenly experience that one needs to have in their lifetime.
Alleppey Beach
Alleppey beach is nothing like the beaches you'll find in other coastal cities. Situated in the heart of the city, a mere one kilometer from the Railway Station, the Alleppey beach is a neat stretch of sand fringed on one side by the vast expanse of the Arabian Sea . The splendor of the sparkling water brought out under the radiance of the setting sun, makes for a memorable evening – whether you're with family or friends .
Nehru Trophy Boatrace
Punnamada Lake near Alleppey is host to the spectacular snake boat races that are annually held on the second Saturday of August. This competition is named after India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The story goes that when Nehru saw his first boat race, he got so into the competition that he jumped right into the boat that won the race, so the event was named after him.
Krishnapuram Palace
The Krishnapuram Palace was built during the reign of Marthanda Varma, a Travancore king. This 18th century building was built in two-stories & crafted with traditional Kerala architectural features which include gabled roofs, dormer windows and narrow corridors. This particular palace is especially famous for its mural paintings as well as its architecture. One of the biggest mural paintings in all of Kerala is located here.
Ambalapuzha SreeKrishna Temple
Another beautiful temple is the Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple. It is built in a typical Kerala style and is dedicated to Sree Krishna. It was built between the fifteenth and the seventeenth A.D by a Chempakasherri ruler called Sri Devanarayan. The milk porridge called "Palpayasam" severed to the devotees is very famous.
Arthunkal Basilica
Arthunkal Church, located at a distance of 23 km to north of Alleppey is one of the most important churches in entire state. Originally built in first century by St Stephen, this church is considered as one of the seven original churches constructed by him.Most important pilgrimage site for Christians in Kerala, the best time to visit this church is during the month of January.