Alappuzha
Alleppey or Alappuzha as it is locally known, is blessed by nature with picturesque beaches, paddy fields and backwaters. It’s quite likely, you have fallen in love with Kerala seeing some of the scenic locations of Alleppey. It also carries with it a rich bundle of heritage and history interwoven with art and craft. Alleppey is also well-renowned for beautifully hand-crafted coir and jute products. Traditional pottery and temple artforms are also quite popular among the tourists on Alappuzha Tourism packages. The museums, temples, churches and palaces here are some other favourite places of interest in Alleppey.
Location
Alleppey is about 50 kms from Kochi city and about 80 kms from the Kochi International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Alleppey is a coastal area where monsoons can be quite strong. The place is picturesque during monsoon and afterwards, till February mid. The best time to book Alappuzha Tour Package is from November to February, when the climate is pleasant.
Interesting Destinations
We can plan your holidays based on your preferences. Here are some popular destinations in Alleppey you must visit:
Alappuzha Beach
An idyllic beach with a long shoreline, the Alleppey beach is usually crowded during the weekends and evenings. This is one of the most popular destinations of tourist on Alappuzha Honeymoon Tour Packages. Enjoy the sunset here and laze around in the sands and the shore for a while.
Marari Beach
This is one of the most popular beaches, beautiful and tranquil, the place is perfect for honeymooners visiting Kerala and for families looking for a quiet beach retreat, far away from the city’s hustles. You can visit the fishermen’s village here and shop some of the artefacts available here. The ayurvedic resorts here offer amazing rejuvenation.
Krishnapuram Palace
The palace located at Kayamkulam, around 50 kms from Alleppey, is a popular tourist destination for its architecture and the biggest mural painting called “Gajendra Moksha”. It is one of the few traditional 16 kettu constructions remaining in Kerala. Spanning across 15 acers of land, the palace showcases Kerala’s traditional architectural and finesse in carpentry.
Pathiramanal
It’s a small island which is popular among youngsters on Alleppey honeymoon packages. You can reach here by boat and enjoy some solitude in the lush surroundings. It is a favourite place for migratory birds as well.
Bay Island Driftwood Museum
If you love wooden craft, this is an amazing place to check out in Alleppey. You’ll find quite some interesting sculptures and artefacts made of different types of wood, root and tree-trunk here.
Kuttanad
This rice-bowl of Kerala is known for its abundantly rich paddy fields. Kuttanad is also the lowest place in the country, at 2 metres below sea-level. You can enjoy a walk through the green paddy-fields, enjoying the breeze and explore the narrow canals on a canoe ride. Those on Kerala Houseboat Packages can enjoy a cruise through the Punnamada lake and Champakkulam River.
Coir Factory
Alleppey’s coir factories make such beautiful and intricate artefacts that are exported globally. Don’t miss out a tour of the artisan villages here or visiting the coir factory.
Religious Tour
You’ll be surprised to know that Alappuzha Tour Packages are famous for its religious tours as well! The temples and churches here are quite famous among the believers. St George Forane Church at Edathua and St Mary’s Forane Church, one of the oldest Syrian Churches in India are places to visit. The Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple and Mannarassala Temple are unique and famous among young couples for fertility.
Top Experiences
Houseboat Tour
Alleppey is very famous for its houseboat cruise through the scenic Vembanad lake. Tourists from across the globe visit Alleppey to enjoy these idyllic cruises. Enjoy a relaxing day or night cruising through the backwaters and lagoons of Alleppey on a houseboat. You can also relish some cultural programs and traditional Kerala cuisine onboard. If you want an exclusive Alleppey houseboat package, get in touch with Travel Talk Holidays to get a customized plan right away.
Ayurvedic Spa
While in Kerala, you must not miss the rejuvenating ayurvedic massages at the spas in Alappuzha . Many people visit Alappuzha regularly every year for long-term ayurvedic treatments.
Water sports
Kayaking, speedboats, pedal boats and other interesting water sports options are quite popular among the tourists on Kerala houseboat honeymoon package.
Shopping
Clay pots, coir artefacts, jute bags and other artefacts, coconut shell jewellery and artefacts are quite popular here. Many small-scale handicraft units function here whose products are exported worldwide. While you’re enjoying your Alleppey holidays, don’t forget to grab some mementos to gift your near and dear ones.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race
Boat Race or Vallom Kali is a very popular sport which is quite popular in the backwaters and lakes of Alleppey. The Nehru Trophy Boat Race attracts lakhs of fans from across the globe every year during August-September season. Travel Talk Holidays can arrange an exclusive Alleppey package during the next Nehru Trophy Boat Race.
