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General Info
Alappuzha came into being as a district, in the political map of Kerala on the 27th of August, 1957. Before the formation of the district, a major part of this area was of Kollam district and the rest, of Kottayam district. Alappuzha is famous for the first labour upsurge against autocratic regime which is known as Punnapra-Vayalar agitation. The town has earned for itself the fame of being styled as the Venice of the East. The port at this place owes its origin to the ingenuity and imagination of a great administrator of the erstwhile Travancore, Raja Kesavadas, the Dewan of His Highness the Maharaja Rama Varma. He constructed the two main canals, running parallel to each other through the heart of the town, linking the backwaters with the seashore. The port was open for foreign trade in 1792 and it remained the commercial metropolis of Travancore for over a century.
Alappuzha market was once the solitary supplier of coir yarn, mats and matting, coconuts, coconut oil, pepper, ginger, tea, rubber, cashew and cardamom to the world markets before the establishment of the Cochin Port. The development of Cochin harbour during the second quarter of the century marks the beginning of the decline of Alappuzha market and port. The business community found better prospects in Kochi and a large number of them moved to Kochi. Though the present town owes its existence to the sagacious Diwan Rajakesavadas in the second half of 18th century, District of Alappuzha figures in classified Literature. Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala with the unending stretch of paddy fields, small streams and canals with lush green coconut palms, was well known even from the early periods of the Sangam age.
Sightseeing Places In And Around Alleppey ( Alappuzha )
Sree Krishna Temple The temple conforms to the typical Kerala style architecture. The main festival is celebrated during March/April. The temple is famous throughout Kerala for ‘Palpayasam’, milk porridge of exceptional sweetness prepared in a very large quantity and offered to the deity.
Alleppey Beach This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alleppey. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. There is also an old lighthouse, which is greatly fascinating to visitors..
Mullackal Rajarajeswari Temple The temple is located at the heart of Alleppey town. The presiding deity is Goddess Rajarajeswari. The temple celebrates two festivals every year. The nine-day 'Navarathri' festival is especially important. The last two days are the most auspicious days. Colorful processions participated by nine elephants are held in the evening. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple.
Arthunkal Church This Christian Pilgrim centre near Cherthala is 22 km. north of Alappuzha. The St. Andrews Church here was built by Portuguese missionaries. The annual feast of St. Sebastian is held here in the month of January. Krishnapuram Palace Krishnapuram Palace is 47 kms from Alleppey.Built by Marthanda Varma, it is at Karthikapally in Kayamkulam and is famous for its mural depicting the story of Gajendramoksham. In this 18-century museum you can see antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes.
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple , Haripad
It is 35 kms from Alleppey.This beautiful temple dedicated to the King of Serpents is located near Haripad. A two day festival is celebrated by the temple with much religious fervour. On the second day by noon, the 'Ezhunnallathu' (royal outing) ceremony is conducted when the idol of 'Nagaraja' is carried by the priests and taken round the temple in a procession. A large crowd of devotees with 'urili' (vessel) and colourful parasols participate in it. Champakulam Church
The St. Mary's Church is one of the oldest churches in Kerala. It is said to be one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas. The annual feast is held on the 3rd Sunday of October. The feast of St. Joseph is celebrated on March 19th.
Boat Race In Alleppey
Alappuzha is world famous for its Snake Boat Race. Boat Races usually take place at the time of Onam festival in August/September. Scores of long snake boats and other smaller crafts participate in these events. The largest team sport in the world, the snake boat races are preceded by colourful water parades.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race
is held in the backwaters in the month of August (2nd Saturday) is associated with the Onam festival. The main attraction is the Chundan Vallam (Snake Boat) race, in which a number of contestants are in the run for the famous Prime Minister's trophy, a trophy donated by Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India.
Champakkulam
The traditional annual boat race of Kerala begin in July at Champakulam. This festival is known as’ Moolam Vallamkali’. Moolam signifies a Malayalam asterism (star or Nakshathram), Moolam of the month Mithunam.
Additional Services That Can Be Provided In Alleppey
Motorboat Cruise
Country Boat Ride How To Reach There Nearest airport is at Kochi, 66 kms away.The place is well connected to Kochi, by rail.The place is connected to all the south Indian towns, by a well-developed network of roads.There are frequent bus services to Alleppey.
