ALAPPUZHA
Washed by the silvery waves of the Arabian Sea, Alappuzha welcomes you to the backwaters of kerala. The Palm fringed canals and shores bustling with glimpses from the day to day life in the country side, the mirror still lagoons, picture book lakesides and its long sandy beach has blessed , the water locked district, to become one of the best Backwater tourism destinations in God's Own Country.
The large network of canals provides Alappuzha its lifeline. Water carnivals using the gigantic snake boats and the country canoes of varying sizes have an important role in the community life of the people of the district.
Another delightful experience while in Alappuzha is the houseboat cruise. The houseboats you find in the backwaters of Alappuzha are in fact a reworked version of the Kettuvallams of olden times. Kettuvallam is a Malayalam word, ‘Kettu’, refers to dwelling structures and ‘Vallom’ means boat. In the olden days, kettuvallam or boat with thatched roof that covers over wooden hulls was used to carry tons of rice and spices.
MAJOR THINGS TO DO
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Experience Village Life in Kuttanad
The backwaters of Alleppey are home to the rarest and most exquisite migratory birds on earth. Stork Billed and White Throated Kingfishers, White Breasted Waterhen, Black Drongo, Asian Palm Swift, and Jungle Myna would be ready to pose for your camera shutters, anytime, while balancing on your canoe or kayak.
Kayaking charges: INR 4000 onwards.
Apt for: Bird lovers, photography enthusiasts. -
Indulge In Activities & Go Birdwatching
Kuttanad is about dense paddy fields, waterways, coconut lines, fishing, duck farming and spice cultivation. It is famously called the Rice Bowl of India.
Major attractions: Heritage Agricultural System, waterways and farmlands.
Things to do: Explore around, interact with natives, try the local cuisine. -
Watch sunsets at the beach
The beach line in Alleppey is named Alappuzha – a landmark in the maritime history of India. It has a pretty and quaint, left-alone lighthouse that gives you the most amazing views to capture. Also, the beach has marine items, coir produces and a 137 years old pier that extends into the sea.
Apt for: Nature lovers, peace seekers, photography enthusiasts.
Things to do: Boat racing, archeological exploration.
GETTING THERE
Nearest station: AlappuzhaNearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 85 km from Alappuzha town.
HOUSEBOAT BOOKING CONTACT DETAILS
Alappuzha - Houseboat Pre-paid CounterMobile: 09400051796, 09447483308, +91 477 2251796, +91 477 2253308
LOCATION
Latitude: 9.4981° NLongitude: 76.3388° E