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With
the Arabian sea on the west and a vast network of lakes,
lagoons and fresh water river criss crossing it, Alleppey
(Alappuzha) is a district of immense natural beauty. Referred
to as the Venice of the east by travelers from across
the world, set in the labyrinth of backwater channels,
the town is one of the best gateways to explore the un-spoilt
countryside.
This
backwater country is also home to diverse animal and bird
life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town
has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history
of Kerala.
General
information
Altitude: Sea
Level
Rainfall:
254 cm
Best
Season: October to May
Temperature:
Summer- Max 35, Min 22.5;
Winter- Max 32, Min 22
STD
Code: 0477
How
to get there
Air
Nearest Airport, Cochin 64 km, connected with Bombay,
Delhi, Madras, Goa, Bangalore and Trivandrum.
Rail
Nearest railhead, Cochin 64 km, is connected to major
cities in India.
Road
Alleppey is connected by road to all the important cities
in south India, as Cochin 64 km, Calicut 289 km, Trivandrum
159 km, Quilon 85 km, Haripad 33 km, Thekkady 253 km,
Kottayam 130 km
In and around
Ambalapuzha
14 km from Alpuza, the Sri Krishan temple here is an important
one.
Arthukal
A pilgrim center, known for St. Andrews church set up
by Portuguese missionaries. The church is popularly known
as St. Sebastian's.
Chettiqulangara
Bhagavathy Temple
The BhadraKali deity is said to have miraculous powers
'main festivity in Feb - Mar is Kettukazhcha.
Krishnapuram
Palace
At Kayamkulam, on the way to Kollam. The double storied
palace contain one of the largest mural panels in Kerala.
Mannarsala
Near Harippad, the temple here is an important centre
of Serpent worship in Kerala. On the day of Ayilyam, (Sep
- Oct) thousands assemble to worship the serpent - god.
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