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Nehru Trophy Boat Race
The boat race was started in 1952, on the occasion of the visit of
then Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru to Alleppey. The boat
race is now a major event held on the second Saturday of every August.
During the event the gigantic snake-boats of Kerala are powered up by
over 100 rowers in each boat.
Excursions
Pathiramanal
The beautiful small island is located in the Vembanad Lake. The
island is a major tourist spot, which can be reached only by boat. The
Boats to the island operate on Sundays from Muhamma and Kumarakom.
Sri Krishna Temple
The temple is situated at Ambalapuzha, 14 km from Alleppey. One of
the most famous temple of Kerala, the temple boasts of the typical
temple architectural style of the state. The temple is equally famous
for its palpayasam, a sweet milk porridge offered to the diet. The
temple's main festival occurs every year in the month of March/April.
Karumadi
The village located close to Alleppey, is popular for its Karumadi
Kuttanm a black granite figure of Budha dating back to the 9th or 10th
Century.
Arthinkal
Situated 22 Kms north of Alleppey, Arthinkal is famous for the St.
Andrews Church established by Portuguese missionaries in 1951. The
feast of St. Sebastian is held here every year in January.
Mannarasala
Located 32 Kms from Alleppey, is a very important site of serpent
worship in Kerala. The temple nestled in a cool grove of trees and
shrubs, contain 30,000 images of snake-gods.
Krishnapuram Palace
The 18th century palace located 47 Kms from Alleppey, was built during
the reign of the Travancore monarch, Marthanda Varma. The
double-storied structure displays typical characteristics of Kerala
architecture in its gabled roofs, dormer windows, narrow corridors.
The palace houses one of the largest mural paintings in Kerala, called
the Gajendra Mokshm. Inside the palace is a museum, which has the
collection of antique sculptures, painting and bronzes.
Reaching Alleppey
By Air : Alleppey has not its own airport, the
nearest airport is Cochin (64 Kms) and Trivandrum (159 Kms). From
Cochin and Trivandrum the domestic and international flights are
available.
By Rail : Alleppey railway station is linked to
Cochin (64 Kms) by rail. Alleppey is connected to major cities of the
country.
By Road : Alleppey is on the National Highway 47,
which is connected to all important towns in south India by buses.
Boat/Ferry : Alleppey is linked by boat services
through the backwaters to Quilon and Changanassery, Kottayam, Cochin,
Kumarakom, Kavalam and Chengannur. The Alleppey Tourism Development
Co-operative Society arranges backwater cruises from Alleppey as well
as trips to Quilon on request.
Accommodation at Alleppey
Alleppey has various types of accommodation options. The
accommodations ranging from luxurious hotels to reasonably cheap
dormitories, offer pleasant stay to travellers. The most famous hotels
are The Marari Beach (3 Star), Alleppey Prince Hotel (2 Star) and
Hotel Punnamada Lake Resort etc.
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Alleppey also known as Alappuzha, is a small town of Kerala. The district
headquarters of Alleppey is famous for its beautiful canals, backwaters
and lagoons. A popular tourist destination, Alleppey was described as the
'Venice of the East' by Lord Curzon. Alleppey is renowned for its coir
factories, fish and lakes. Snake boat races are the most important
traditional event in Alleppey, which usually held between August and
October. During the event the thin boats are oared by up to 120 oarsmen.
Alleppey is connected to other parts of Kerala by waterways, including the
popular tourist place Kumarakam.
Ayurveda
means "the Science of Life" and is practiced widely in
Kerala.
Architecture
found in Ancient Indian Temples showcases the country's old, rich
and splendid culture.
South
India Cultural Tour
