The Alleppy tourist attractions are famous all over the world. The city was transformed into its present form by Raja Kesavadas in the latter part of the 18th century under the Maharaja of Travancore. The trade is well flourished and Alappuzha is the nucleus of Kerala tourism for its house boats and backwaters.
Alleppy tourist attractions in India includes Kuttanad, the hub of backwaters with the abundance of paddy crops. The countryside of kuttanad is picturesque with glistening waterways and rich crops of yam, banana and cassava. This is the only region doing farming below sea level. Alleppy tourist attractions comprise of popular picnic spots and one such attraction is the Alleppy beach that is more than 137 years old.
An ancient lighthouse even today fascinates the visitors to a great extent. Vijaya Beach Park adds attractions to the beach as it has children’s park and boating facilities. The charges are also minimal as entrance fee per person is Rs.2 and for children the park entrance is free. The boating charge is Rs. 10. Besides this, there are bicycles and toy train to entertain children.
The Sree Krishna temple is situated nearly 15km towards the south of Alleppy and indeed is one of the Alleppy tourist attractions. This temple is constructed in the typical architectural style and is popular all over Asia for the Palpayasam offered. Palpayasam is delicious milk porridge. Alleppy tourist attractions in India includes the oldest church, Champakulam church. The annual feast is celebrated with pomp and grandeur.
Another popular tourist attraction is the Pathira Manal. Here you can see hundreds of migratory birds coming to its favorite haunt, the backwaters. This island is very beautiful lying between Kumarakom and Thaneermukkom. This island holds it pristine beauty and is accessible by boat only. |
