Alappuzha ( Alleppey )

Alappuzha ( Alleppey ), known as Venice of the East is a town in Alappuzha District of Kerala. Alapuzha is beautiful place with the unending stretch of paddy fields, canals, small streams and with lush green coconut palms.



Alappuzha is the hub for backwater tourism in Kerala. "Kettuvallam" (Traditional House boats of Kerala) are available on hire to take visitors on the waterways of Vembanad Lake, the largest Lake in Kerala. Alappuzha is strongly connected by the waterways to various other parts of Kerala, including the famous tourist destination, Kumarakom.

Kuttanad in Alappuzha District is known as the rice bowl of Kerala.

Pathiramanal is a little island on the backwaters is a favorite haunt of hundred of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. This beautiful island lies between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom is accessable only by boat.

Alappuzha Beach is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alappuzha. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. Vijaya Beach Park adds to the attractions of the beach. The Alappuzha Lighthouse here built in 1862 is a major tourist attraction.


Snake boat races involve long thin boats powered by up to 120 oarsmen are the most significant traditional event in Alappuzha. Snake boat races are usually held between August and October. Nehru Trophy Boat Race held in Punnamada Lake is the most famous snake boat race.

About cochin

Kochi (colonial name Cochin) is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala.

was the place of first European colonial settlement in India.

There is another one city named Kochi in Japan.


A growing centre of information technology, tourism and international trade, Kochi is the commercial capital of Kerala and one of the fastest growing cities in India.


Kochi city includes the mainland Ernakulam, old Kochi, Edapally, Kalamassery and Kakkanad to the northeast, Tripunithura to the south east and a group of small islands in Vembanad Lake.

The economy of the city can be classified as a business economy with emphasis on the service sector. Major business sectors include gold and textile retailing, seafood and spices exports, information technology, tourism, health services, banking, shipbuilding and the fishing industry. The economy is mostly dependent on trade and retail activities.

Cochin Stock Exchange is the only Stock exchange in Kerala.

National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) ranked Kochi as the second-most attractive city in India for IT-based services. Availability of cheap bandwidth and the lower operational costs compared to other major cities in India has been its advantage.

Kochi harbor is one of India’s major seaports in India, administered by Cochin Port Trust.

Eloor, situated 17 km north of the city, is the largest industrial area in Kerala.

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kaloor is an international stadium, built in 1996 has a seating capacity to hold 60,000 spectators. It is the fourth largest stadium in India and the third largest cricket stadium in India.

Boat services operated by Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation, the State Water Transport Department and of private operators are available from various boat jetties in the city. Ferry services for vehicles and passengers are available between the islands.Go sree bridges have the connectivity provides to palace , vallarpadam basalic and cherai Beach .

Ernakulam Junction and the Ernakulam Town are the main railway stations in the city.

The Cochin International Airport, the largest international airport in Kerala which is about 25 km away from the city, handles both domestic and international flights

Athirappally vazhachal waterfalls

Athirappilly and Vazhachal water falls

Athirappilly and Vazhachal are popular tourist places of Kerala, located in Thrissur District.

Athirappilly water falls, approximately 80 feet in hight, situated in Chalakkudy river, originates from the Western ghats mountain ranges. Vazhachal water falls is just 5km from Athirappilly.

Athirappally and vazhachal are the most famous water falls in Kerala.and second bigger one india too The surrounding thick green Sholayar forest adding beauty to this tourist place. Sholayar forest is home to many endangered species of flora and fauna. if some body who loves nature he can take nature walk in the morning it offers to you can get closer views of rare species of birds and malbar squrial etc .

Many Indian film makers chose Athirappilly as their location because of the scenic beauty of this place.
Millions of tourists are visiting this beautiful tourist place yearly.
The amusement parks, Dream World Water Park and Silverstorm water theme park are just a few kilometers away.

Nearest railway station is Chalakkudy(35km) and Kochi International Airport, Nedumbassery is 55km away.

Thekkady Kerala Tourist Destination

Thekkady is an important tourist place of kerala located at an altitude of 900 to 1800 meters above sea level.
Main tourist attractions of Thekkady are Periyar National Park, Thekkady Lake, Boating, The evergreen forests, Wild animals etc.
Periyar wildlife sanctuary is very dense evergreen forest spread 777 squire kms area declared as Tiger reserve in 1978.
Periyar wildlife sanctuary is famous for its evergreen forests, savannah grass lands and wild animals elephants, sambar, gaur, Nilgiri langurs, tigers, wild boars, lion tailed macaques....
The sanctuary is situated around an artificial lake formed by Mullaperiyar Dam accross the Periyar River.
The herds of elephants playing in Lake is a wonderful sight while boating through the Periyar lake.
Thekkady is also known for plantations of various natural spices like black pepper,clove,cardamom,cinnamon,chilly,tamarind etc.

Forest department,Kerala tourism development corporation(KTDC) and many private agencies offers many programs to promote adventure tourism in Thekkady.

Nearest railway station: Kottayam (114 km)
Nearest airport : Madhurai (140 km), Kochi(180 km)

See the pictures of Thekkady below...