INFORMATION ABOUT ALLEPPEY

Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a town in Alappuzha District of Kerala state of southern India. A town has picturesque canals, backwaters and lagoons. Alleppey now is the hub for backwaters tourism in Kerala. Alleppey or Alappuzha is also known as the "Venice of the East. Alleppey is also know for its Housebaots along with backwaters. Alappuzha or Alleppey is also home to Kuttanad, The rice bowl of kerala, one of the very few places in the world where farming is done below sea level. Kuttanad is the most beautiful backwaters region of Kerala. It is here that most of the snake boat races are conducted and a majority of the rice boat & houseboat cruises are scheduled.

Alleppey or Alappuzha's beauty is not merely in its backwaters, but in the man-made islands that you will find amidst the waters. These islands are hedged by mud walls, a haven for migratory birds, with paddy fields inundated with water throughout the year. These fields stand below sea level. R Block is especially famous for the fresh toddy served to guests.

ACCOMODATION/STAY OPTIONS IN Alleppey

• THE MARARI BEACH
• GREEN PALACE


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