Alleppey (Alappuzha)
 One
of the exotic backwater locales of India’s southern state of Kerala,
the town of Alappuzha, or Alleppey as it was called, is famous for its
annual boat race that draws thousands of tourists from all over the
country and world. Alappuzha is also the headquarters of Kerala’s coir
industry and an important place for cashew nut processing. The town is
bound by Kochi and Kanayannur in north; Vaikom, Kottayam, Changanassery
Thiruvalla, Kozhencherry and Adoor taluks in east; Kannathur and
Karunagappallyin in south and Lakshadweep islands in its west.
Accommodation at Alleppey:
Keraleeyam Ayurvedic Resort,
Green Palace Resort,
Lake Palace Resort,
Coir Village,
Punnamada Resort,
Marari Beach Resort - A CGH Earth Hotel
Click here for Luxury Houseboats in Alleppey
Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Alleppey has a hot and humid climate across the year.
The best season to visit would be from September to March.
Prime
Attractions at Alleppey
Access to Alleppey
Air:
Nearest airport: Kochi (64 km); Thiruvananthapuram (159 km).
Rail: Well connected with Kochi, Bangalore, Chennai, Bokaro,
Guruvayoor and Thiruvananthapuram. Nearest railway station is Alappuzha,
about 5 km from the beach.
Road:
An excellent road network links the district to all major towns and
cities in India.
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