Local Attractions

 Alappuzha Backwaters & Houseboats

Glide through a maze of canals, paddy fields and lagoons on a traditional Kerala houseboat. Night skies, gentle breezes and village life make it unforgettable.

Alappuzha Beach

Sunset-loving sands, a historic lighthouse (built 1862), and the rhythmic roll of waves – perfect for leisurely walks and local snacks like banana fritters.

Marari Beach

A tranquil, less-crowded stretch ideal for yoga, Ayurvedic massages, and quiet evenings by the sea.

St. Mary’s Forane Church, Champakulam

One of Kerala’s oldest churches (1023 AD), famed for its blend of Syrian and Portuguese architecture.

 Vembanad Lake

Kerala’s longest lake, dotted with islands such as Pathiramanal (a bird-watcher’s haven) and Muzhikkulam. Canoe trips reveal hidden corners and sunrise hues. A serene and less crowded beach ideal for relaxation, yoga, and sunsets. A birdwatcher's paradise on Vembanad Lake with over 90 species of local birds and 50 species of migratory birds.

Bhima Jewellery in Alappuzha

Founded by Bhima Bhattar in Alappuzha (Alleppey) in 1925, is considered the first retail jewellery showroom in Kerala. It pioneered the concept of ready-made jewellery in the state and was also the first air-conditioned jewellery showroom in Kerala. New Bhima Jewellery in Alleppey has impressive architecture.

Nehru Trophy Boat Race

Held on the second Saturday of August, this iconic snake-boat race lights up the Punnamada Lake.

International Coir Museum – A Must-Visit Attraction in Alappuzha

 Fishermen of Alappuzha (A Canvas of Sea and Soul)

At the crack of dawn, the horizon blushes pink, and the fishing boats, like shy swans, glide out to drink the calm of the Arabian sea. Nets unfurl—golden webs— catching sunrise in their threads, pulling whispers of silver tides. A day unfolds in rhythm with the waves’ soft drum, hands calloused yet gentle, pulling ropes, chanting songs of rum. Children on the shore wait, eyes fixed on the distant line, where the sea returns gifts, and hope glints like shimmering brine.

Alappuzha’s Paddy Fields

In the lap of Kuttanad, where emerald ribbons stretch, A quilt of jade and gold, beneath the sky’s soft sketch. Water mirrors sunrise, a silver-kissed gleam, While slender palms sway, composing a whispered dream. Each furrow, a stanza of earth’s patient sigh, Farmers, like poets, till verses beneath the wide sky. Crimson lotus blooms where waters gently part, And the wind hums a lullaby, touching every heart. At dusk, the fields turn amber, a canvas of fire, Night drapes its velvet, and stars spill their lyrical choir. Alappuzha’s paddy fields—where nature writes, and every harvest reads a timeless experience.

Houseboat Cruises

Explore Alappuzha's backwaters and experience local village life.

Birdwatching

Visit Pathiramanal Island or Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary for a glimpse of Kerala's avian diversity.

Ayurvedic Treatments

Rejuvenate with traditional Ayurvedic massages and therapies.

Beach Activities

Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, or leisurely walks on Marari Beach.