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Planning a Trip to Alappuzha?: Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha
Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha



Alappuzha is one of the must visit tourist places in Kerala. The English name of Alappuzha is Alappuzha.

These backwaters of Alappuzha which attracts tourism throughout the year are one of the most beautiful natural places in the world which is a lifeline of Kerala.

The boats here give you one of a kind experience of the lifestyle through the backwaters of Alappuzha; Everything comes in full throttle before you as soon as you embark on that boat ride across backwaters. Toddies being tapped, fishes being caught, ropes being made, prawns being farmed etc.

Alappuzha is a fusion of numerous canals, beaches, paddy fields, temples, churches, and diverse lakes.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Backwaters of Kuttanad


Backwaters of Kuttanad


The true beauty of Alleppey lies in its different water bodies and most famous among all the waterbodies is the backwaters of Kuttanad. This is one of the most visited places in Alleppey because of its natural beauty. People living around Kuttanad leads a life integrated with backwaters of Kuttanad.
You can enjoy this water body with the help of rice barges or houseboats. The better choice would be the houseboats because it will give you a better and comfortable option to enjoy this place thoroughly.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Alleppey Beach

Alleppey Beach



Alapuzha beach is a very clean beach with adequate place for walkers/strollers/children etc. Food stalls are a little away and so beach isn't littered. Coast guards are present to warn people and rescue in an emergency.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Marari Beach

Marari Beach

Marari Beach is a perfect location for holidaying with family or friends. This beach in Kerala is eternal with coconut palm trees and golden sands. The beach is quite beautiful and the name 'Marari' arises from 'Mararikulum', which is a local village on the Arabian Sea Coast.

Marari originates from 'Mararikulum', a local fishing village on the Arabian Sea coast. The serenity and tranquility of this beach take beach lovers backwards in time. The indolent pace of local life makes vacationing near the Marari beach a reviving experience.
Marari Beach Resort is 3 km from Mararikulam Railway Station. Marari is best known for its medicinal plants, organic farming and conservation activities.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Pathiramanal

pathiramanal alappuzha

Pathiramanal is an island situated in the Vembanad Kayal. The Pathiramanal Island is located between Thannermukkam and Kumarakom and comes under the Muhamma panchayat. This is basically a well protected and perfectly managed Sanctuary for migratory and rare birds. Pathiramanal island is no less than a paradise for those who have a special love for bird watching.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Krishnapuram Palace

Krishnapuram Palace

This palace, with its intricately carved wooden architecture is a great example of Keralan building styles. Although it contains no furniture, it gives a much better idea of the everyday life of the rulers than other, grander palaces we have visited. Some interesting museum exhibits- stone carvings, coins etc, Nice grounds and gardens make this a very pleasant place to visit. This palace offers you a good experience about the traditional life of Kerala People.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Arthunkal Church

Arthunkal Church

Arthunkal is a major Christian pilgrim center in Alappuzha district of Kerala. The church is famous for the annual feast of St. Sebastian held in January every year. it is a beautiful church built originally in the 16th century by the Portuguese missionaries. The Arthunkal Perunnal, a great event associated with the church is very famous among devotes from far and wide. They throng this ancient church during the event in order to participate in the feast and ceremonial procession.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Vembanad Lake

Vembanad Lake


Vembanad Lake, also known as Vembanad Kayal, is the largest lake in Kerala and one of Asia's largest freshwater lakes. Vembanad Lake emits the hues of sapphire and emerald. The sight of emerald green coconut fringes flanked by the sapphire led backwaters is a treat for eyes. With 96 km length and 14 km width, Vembanad Lake is recognized as the longest lake in India and largest water reservoir in Kerala. Moreover, it is the heart of Kerala backwater. People from around the world come here for a boat ride and to spoil themselves in the scenic beauty of the backwaters.



Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Ambalapuzha Temple

Ambalapuzha Temple

The temple is around 15 kms from Alleppey and one of the very famous temples around. The Shree Krishna Temple is a peaceful place for devotion. The temple is renowned for the "Ambalappuzha pal payasam" a kheer made of milk and rice. If you get a chance to taste this delicious payasam dont give it a miss. The temple was built by Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran during 15th – 17th AD in typical kerala temple architecture. Poet kunjan Nambiar and Ottanthullal is deeply interlinked with the history of this temple.



Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Revi Karunakaran Museum

Revi Karunakaran Museum

Revi Karuna Karan memorial museum, in Alleppey, has a display of numerous crystal, ivory, porcelain and wooden articles, along with hundreds of Tanjore paintings hung all around. These handmade items are family collections for three generations. Most of the displays are from various countries around the world. The Buick car, still in running condition, is the star of attractions.



Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Sea View Park

Sea View Park

Sea view parknis located in Alappuzha near the Alappuzha beach. It's provided with lot of space for the kids play. Elders can sit in the spaces provides and can have an amazing view of the sunset.

The park has a bit a reasonably vast area for the kids to have a nice time at. Altogether it's a good option for the families here.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • Alappuzha Lighthouse

Alappuzha Lighthouse

The highest building for miles around therefore a great place to take in the Keralan landscape. The view is 360 degree amazing from here. Its nearby Allappuzha beach after railway crossing.


Top Tourist Spots in Alappuzha

  • International Coir Museum

International Coir Museum

Coir Museum is the one of the best place in Alleppy other than back water and beaches. This is very different than other Museum. It has very beautiful handicraft ,all made up by coir. At the entrance of the museum it has a statue of Lord Ganesha,it is beautiful.





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