Best Things to do in Alleppey

 

Alleppey the Venice of the East welcomes you to the awesome beauty of the backwaters of Kerala! Reputed to be one of the oldest planned towns in India, the quaint little town of Alleppey is famous for its iconic backwaters, beaches, and lagoons & more. A great crowd-puller, the backwaters, and the houseboats are the two main attractions of Alleppey. Here are some amazing things to do in Alleppey that are must-have in your Kerala itinerary.

 

The backwater experience not to be missed

 

A holiday trip to Alleppey will not be complete without a houseboat cruise in the mesmerizing backwaters through the narrow canals crawling through the paddy fields.

 

Experience the Village life of Kuttanad

 

Green paddy fields, waterways, coconut lines, fishing, duck farming, and spice cultivation mark Kuttanad – the Rice Bowl of India! You can explore farming 4-10 ft below sea level. means! The rustic, rural life in and around Kuttanad will certainly charm you!

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Rejuvenate yourself with an Ayurveda Session

 

An Ayurveda session is the best way to rejuvenate and refresh yourself. There are several hotels & resorts in Alleppey offering Ayurveda treatments for chronic and rare illnesses.

 

A Spiritual tour

 

Once you are in Alleppey, your visit is not complete without visiting the splendid churches and temples in Alleppey. The St Mary’s Church, Nagaraja Temple, Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, St Andrew’s Florence Forance Church, Ambalapuzha Krishna Temple, Latin Catholic Church are among the popular pilgrimage places in Alleppey.

 

A time to indulge in the exotic local cuisine

 

The authentic cuisine of Alleppey is delicious, affordable and tantalizes your palate. You can try out the freshly caught shrimps and prawns, or other fish and crab varieties & feel the bliss. Do not forget to munch upon the Kerala special Banana chips!

 

Have some beach fun!

alapuzha beach

The beautiful beaches of Alleppey are great places to have fun. The beaches of Marari, Thottappilly, Alleppey, Thumpoly, Andhakaranazhi Beach, Alleppey beach, etc. are the main beaches to enjoy the golden sands, azure sea, and the fabulous sunsets.

 

Watch the Snake Boat race or the practice sessions

 

If you are in Alleppey during August you’ll be able to watch the Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race or its practice sessions.

 

The Camelot Hotel is the best hotel in Alleppey to stay if you want to explore Alleppey at your own pace.