Travel to Alleppey Kerala

How To Get There - Alleppey (Alappuzha)

By Air
Nearest airport is at Kochi, 66 kms away.

By Rail
The place is well connected to Kochi, by rail.

By Road
The place is connected to all the south Indian towns, by a well-developed network of roads.
There are frequent bus services to Alleppey.

Local Transport
One can use buses, yellow-top and tourist taxis, autorickshaws, and cycle rickshaws.

Ferries
The State Water Transport Department operates boat services connecting Alleppey with some other places like Kottayam, Chenganassery, Nedamudy and Kavalam.

The Venice Of The East

Situated on the banks of Vembanad Lake, the town's commercial centre lives in a maze of canals. Set in the labyrinth of Backwater channels, the town is one of the best gateways to explore the unspoilt countryside.

Prime Attractions of Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Alappuzha Beach
Alappuzha beach is one of the most popular spots in the district of Alleppey.

The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old.

Artungal Perunal
The annual festival of the St. Andrews Forane Chuch at Arthunkal near Alleppey is held in the month of January.

This ten-day festival held in the name of St. Sebastian is attended by thousands of devotees from all parts of the State.

Pathiramanal Beach
The little island of Pathiramanal, on the Backwaters is a favourite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the land.

Kuttanad
Kuttanad is an expanse of water-logged land lying below sea level. It bears strong resemblance to Holland in terms of geographical features.

Chettikulangara Bhagwathy Temple
The Bhadrakali deity is said to have miraculous power. The temple is abuzz with activity in the months of February and March on the occasion of Bharani.

Punappra
A short distance from Alleppey, this village has been rendered famous by the heroic struggles between the communists and Travancore State Police.

Excursions from Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Ambalapuzha Temple

(14Km.)
14 kms from Alleppey, the Sreekrishna Temple here is worth seeing. The temple boasts of its classic temple architecture and its 'Palpayasam' (sweet milk porridge), offered to the deity. more..

Krishnapuram Palace

(47Km.)
The palace is located at a distance of 47 kms, at Kayamkulam, on the way to Kollam. The double storeyed palace contains one of the greatest Mural panels in Kerala. more..

Mannarshala Temple

(32Km.)
Mannarshala covers an area of 16 acres of dense green forest grove devoted to serpent worship. The temple here is unique in that the holy rites are presided over by a priestess.

Significance - Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Present

The centre for Backwater Cruises in Kerala, the Backwaters of Alleppey can be best experienced in a country boat. Alleppey is a bustling, messy town of ramshackle wood and corrugalated roof houses, chiefly significant in the Coir industry.

Places To Stay - Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Prince Hotel, A. S. Road, NH 47. Komala, Opp. Boat Jetty.
KTDC Motel Aaram.
PWD Rest House, near Reception Ground.

Maps - Alleppey

Railway Network Map
Road Map
Travel Map

Climate - Alleppey

Tropical Humid.

Rainfall
299 cm (annual).

Winter
Max: 32°C Min: 20°C

Summer
Max: 35°C, Min: 22.5°C

General Information - Alleppey

Area
1414 Sq. Km. District

Population
1,909,603.

Altitude
0 feet Above Sea Level.

Clothing
Tropical

Location
64 Km North Of Kochi (Kerala)

Best Time
August to March

Main Attraction
Nehru Boat Race, Ambalapuzha Temple, Mannarshala Temple.

Temperature
Summer : Max: 35°C, Min: 22.5°C
Winter : Max: 32°C Min: 20°C

Useful Information - Alleppey

Tourist Information Centres
District Tourism Promotion Council, near the Boat Jetty.