Alappuzha Backwaters

Kerala, popularly known and believed as God's Own Country, is an ideal destination for business traveler as well as holidaymaker. The state is blessed with myriad features like dense tropical forests, beautiful beaches, cliffs, rocky coasts, an intricate maze of backwaters, still bays and astounding 44 radiant rivers. Spending days in Kerala is rejuvenating to say the least, especially at the backwater destinations, connected through meandering inland lakes. You can have such an unforgettable experience at the Alappuzha Backwaters in Kerala.

About Alappuzha

Alappuzha , previously known as Alleppey, is surrounded by waterways and canals and is therefore called the Venice of the East. Also renowned for its coir industry, Alappuzha is famous for the beautiful backwaters surrounding it. These backwaters with water birds, flowers and greenery along their banks are a stunning sight.

The well-known backwater boat trips at Alappuzha serves ferries to Quilon and Kottayam in particular. Since Alappuzha has a peculiar geographical feature of having the water in level with the land, you get the advantage of getting a closer look at the village life on shore while on a backwater ride in a kettuvallam (houseboat). A backwater cruise on the Punnamada Kayal takes you along canals covered with mauve hyacinths past scenic islands offering sublime views of coconut and paddy fields, Chinese fishing nets and toddy tappers at work.