Known for canals, lagoons, backwaters and beaches, Alappuzha is surely a captivating destination. Once famous as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has a tradition of trade, trade unionism and communism.
Travellers flock here, following the luring call of the Vembanadu Lake. Night cruise in a traditional houseboat on the romantic backwaters of Alappuzha is an incomparable experience. Only the soft splashes disturb the peace and silence.
Schedule your visit so that you may not miss the greatest water sport event in the world. The Nehru Trophy Boat Race features the majestic Snake Boats at their flashy best, competing for the coveted prize.
And Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala, offers the pristine beauty of rural life.
