Alleppey
Alleppey city of Kerala is a lovely place to visit. The city is also known by the name of Alappuzha. It was named Alappuzha officially, in the year 1990. The town is the smallest district of beautiful Kerala and is visited by tourists to relax in serene backwaters. People traveling to Alappuzha usually head straight to the backwaters, beaches and lagoons, which are absolutely synonymous to Paradise. So check out our related sections for information on Alleppey travel like places of interest, excursions, backwaters, etc. The place is absolutely captivating and you won't feel like leaving once you come here.
Take a one-night cruise on a traditional houseboat on the romantic backwaters of Alappuzha. Gaze at the moon while lying peacefully on the dock while you listen to the soft splashes of water against the houseboat. The houseboats are equipped with all modern amenities like plush carpets, bedrooms with attached bath and on board food. So you get authentic Kerala cuisine while you sail through the gorgeous backwaters, thinking to yourself whether this place is actually untouched by time. So visit Alleppey if you really want to see what it feels to surrender yourself to nature and feel like been born again.
Take a one-night cruise on a traditional houseboat on the romantic backwaters of Alappuzha. Gaze at the moon while lying peacefully on the dock while you listen to the soft splashes of water against the houseboat. The houseboats are equipped with all modern amenities like plush carpets, bedrooms with attached bath and on board food. So you get authentic Kerala cuisine while you sail through the gorgeous backwaters, thinking to yourself whether this place is actually untouched by time. So visit Alleppey if you really want to see what it feels to surrender yourself to nature and feel like been born again.
| State: | Kerala | |
| District Area: | 1,414 km square (546 sq. miles) | |
| Location: | Alappuzha District of Kerala, India | |
| Population: | approx. 22,05,350 | |
| Literacy: | 84% | |
| STD Code: | 0477 | |
| Best time to visit: | August - February | |
| Rainfall: | Annual Rainfall 170 cms | |
| Temperature: | Summer: 37ºC, Winter: 30ºC |
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| Climate: | Humid all through the year | |
| Local Languages: | Malayalam and English |
Kuttanad
It is cleed rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops, is at the very heart of the backwaters. Inland waterways which flow above sea level are an amazing feature of this region.
Alappuzha Beach
This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alappuzha. The pier, which extends into the sea is over 137 years old.
Sea View Park
The Park offers boating facilities and a swimming pool.
Chavara Bhavan
Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara. It is now a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather for prayers, receive flavours and feel amply gratified.
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple
Built in the typical Kerala Architectural style, this temple is famous all over India for the Palpayasan. It is also in this temple that Pallipana is performed by Velans once every twelve years.
Arthunkal
The St. Sebastian's Church here is an important Christian pilgrim centre.
Edathua Church
Established in 1810, the church is dedicated to St. George. It is believed that prayers and offerings at this church help to heal all mental disorders and other ailments.
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
This ancient shrine is an internationally renowned pilgrims from all parts of South India, irrespective of caste and creed.
Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, Mavelikkara
The Kettukazhcha festival at this temple draws large crowds of devotees. Processions of tall decorated structures on chariots, brightly decorated effigies of horses and bullocks and culrural performances make a spectular pageant.
Krishnapuram Palace
Built by Marthanda Varma, this palace is famous for its mural depicting the story of Gajendramoksham. The palace museum houses antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes.
Karumadikuttan
Many fascinating legends are associated with this 11th centuary statue of Lord Buddha.
It is cleed rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops, is at the very heart of the backwaters. Inland waterways which flow above sea level are an amazing feature of this region.
Alappuzha Beach
This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alappuzha. The pier, which extends into the sea is over 137 years old.
Sea View Park
The Park offers boating facilities and a swimming pool.
Chavara Bhavan
Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara. It is now a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather for prayers, receive flavours and feel amply gratified.
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple
Built in the typical Kerala Architectural style, this temple is famous all over India for the Palpayasan. It is also in this temple that Pallipana is performed by Velans once every twelve years.
Arthunkal
The St. Sebastian's Church here is an important Christian pilgrim centre.
Edathua Church
Established in 1810, the church is dedicated to St. George. It is believed that prayers and offerings at this church help to heal all mental disorders and other ailments.
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
This ancient shrine is an internationally renowned pilgrims from all parts of South India, irrespective of caste and creed.
Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, Mavelikkara
The Kettukazhcha festival at this temple draws large crowds of devotees. Processions of tall decorated structures on chariots, brightly decorated effigies of horses and bullocks and culrural performances make a spectular pageant.
Krishnapuram Palace
Built by Marthanda Varma, this palace is famous for its mural depicting the story of Gajendramoksham. The palace museum houses antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes.
Karumadikuttan
Many fascinating legends are associated with this 11th centuary statue of Lord Buddha.
Alleppey, being a coastal area, is humid all through the year.
Summers (March to May) have a dry and humid weather with maximum temperature reaches to nearly 37°C, and is a good season for roaming around.
Monsoons (June to September) are accompanied with heavy rains, typically tourists avoid heavy rainy days in June and July.
Winters (December- February) are pleasant with temperature between 22°C to 30°C.
Best Season to visit Alleppey is from August to February.
December to February is cooler and ideal for sight seeing.
August to November offers moderate temperatures and is associated with many celebrations.
March to May are hot, but still is nice for sight seeing and backwater rowing.
June and July are heavy raining months with water clogging on roads, avoid travel.
Summers (March to May) have a dry and humid weather with maximum temperature reaches to nearly 37°C, and is a good season for roaming around.
Monsoons (June to September) are accompanied with heavy rains, typically tourists avoid heavy rainy days in June and July.
Winters (December- February) are pleasant with temperature between 22°C to 30°C.
Best Season to visit Alleppey is from August to February.
December to February is cooler and ideal for sight seeing.
August to November offers moderate temperatures and is associated with many celebrations.
March to May are hot, but still is nice for sight seeing and backwater rowing.
June and July are heavy raining months with water clogging on roads, avoid travel.
By Air:
Nearest international airports Thiruvananthapuram ( 150 km ); Kochi ( Nedumbassery - 85 km).
By Railway:
Well connected to major cities.
By Road:
An excellent road network links the distrit to major towns and cities in India. There are frequent bus services to Thiruvananthapuram.
Nearest international airports Thiruvananthapuram ( 150 km ); Kochi ( Nedumbassery - 85 km).
By Railway:
Well connected to major cities.
By Road:
An excellent road network links the distrit to major towns and cities in India. There are frequent bus services to Thiruvananthapuram.