Alappuzha is
the Indian tourist place also known as Alleppey. This city is under Alappuzha region
of state Kerala, India. As per records Alappuzha city is the oldest designed town
served as the lighthouse city from long years to serve the Arabian Sea ships. The
city is also known as sixth largest urban place of Kerala with average populace
of 177029. Reaching Alleppey allow visitors to take pleasure of Kochi located
at only distance of 62 kilo meters, though Trivandrum is also the spot near to
Alappuzha city situated at good distance of 155 kilo meters. Here the tourist
can enjoy canals, beaches, backwaters, and lagoons. Experts call this place as "East
Venice” and must visit holiday destination. Tourist must carry the Malayalam
dictionary because the primary language of the city is Malayalam.
This important
Indian tourist place is more popular for Backwaters. The houseboat journey and
stay could be diverse and delightful experience for visitors. The city is
covered sea sites where travelers can enjoy NTBR (Nehru Trophy Boat Race) event
conducted on the lake of Punnamada. However, tourists have to visit the city in
August to take pleasure of event.
Places of
Attraction:
Karumadi: the
first spot for visitors is Karumadi located at just 3 kilometers of the city. The
major attraction is black granite statue recognized as Karumadi Kuttan. Experts
say the statue is from the lord Buddha’s days.
Krishnapuram
Palace: The well built Palace of Alappuzha known as Krishnapuram was constructed
during the ruling period of Marthanda Varma. He was the Travancore king of
Alappuzha city in 18th century. The structure of building was made of Kerala
features with gabled tops, dormer windows and slender corridors.
Pandavan
Rock: next spot for visitors is Pandavan Rock recognized after the name of Pandavas
from Mahabharata. They stayed in the cave at this place during their exile. This
ideal spot is at walking distance only
Alleppey
Beach: the very well-known beach of Alleppey is referred as Alappuzha Beach
also. This shore is more than 137 years old. Vijaya Beach Park at this beach is
special spot for visitors.
Kumarakom Backwaters:
the canals, waterways and lagoons surrounding the city are unique things at
this place. Kerala is world-famous for backwaters so travelers are reaching the
state, though among all destinations Kumarakom backwaters are most demanding
and first choice for nature lovers and travelers. Rented houseboat is available at Kumarakom
spot which is again a best time pass location for travelers. The professional
boats with house are having living room, single bedroom, the bathroom, and the deck.
Houseboats: Sea
lovers are regularly reaching the Kerala for enjoying the state, though the houseboats
are also special vacation spots people are attaining. The boats are having
countless facilities which make it more luxurious sector for tourist. The trip
can become leisure journey for visitors who like to enjoy houseboats.
Pathiramannal: this Indian tourist place is the small island originated on the lake Vembanad close to Alleppey City. This wonder place can only be attained through boat. Nature lovers will definitely enjoy Pathiramannal visit.
Kumarakom
Bird Sanctuary: next destination for visitors is Kumarakom national park also
known as birdwatcher's haven. This park is spread in 14 acres area and huge
variety of diverse birds is special thing to watch in park. Birds from
dissimilar nations are reaching Kumarakom at different intervals which means
people will get the chance to watch special birds like Siberia floras.
Ambalapuzha
Temple Festival: The festival known as Amabalapuzha Temple Fest was recognized during
the 15th century. The ruler who started this fest was from Chembakassery
Devanarayana family. Experts say the kings and monarchs of Devanarayana dynasty
were extremely spiritual. They established the idol of God Krishna in this
temple and started celebration for the welfare of the city.
St Andrew's
Church: this 1866 built church is special with Scottish Presbyterian architectural
design. The construction was done for the Scottish officer’s specially.
Nehru Trophy
Snake Boat Race: Alappuzha is the destination also popular for a water race
called as NTSBR or NTBR. The nearest lake of Alleppey is Punnamada where this
race is conducted. This spectacular race is conducted every year in August.
Attaining to
Alappuzha:
By Air: reaching
Alleppey or Alappuzha is possible through air, road, rail and water. The
biggest and nearest international airport to reach the city is CIA (Cochin
International Airport), though travelers have to travel the distance of 78 kms
in North direction. The next close international airbase to reach this city is TIA
(Thiruvananthapuram International Airport). TIA is only 159 kms away from the
Alleppey City. The mentioned airbases are properly connected with domestic
airlines of India so tourist can reach the city with no worries.
By Train: Alappuzha
station is just 4 kms away from the city. The direct trains from Mumbai, Trivandrum,
Chennai, Cochin, and Bokaro are available to reach Alleppey City. Banglore,
Calicut, Manglore, and Amritsar, are also the major stations from where tourist
can attain the trains.
By Road: Kerala
Transport Administration is having state buses to reach the town from various
parts of the state. The white and brown line of private buses is available from
Erattakulanagra Temple and various stations of the city. NH 47 crosses the city
so people having own vehicle can easily attain to the city by road.
By Boat: lots
of backwaters make this spot easy reachable through water. NW-3 (National
Waterway-3) is best way to enjoy the nature and reach this tourist destination.