Top Tourism Attractions of Alappuzha
Alleppey Backwaters
Referred to as the 'Venice of the East', Alleppey (now Alappuzha) is what you call, a true paradise. Adorned with a picture perfect landscape, sparkling rivers, lush greenery, and beautiful freshwater lakes, Alleppey is home to immense natural beauty. A popular backwater destination, Alleppey in Kerala is visited by thousands of travelers every year. It is a destination for every kind of traveler, be it a nature lover, wildlife enthusiast, photo bug or a wanderer. Alleppey is immensely popular for its scenic beauty and tranquility, which is why, tourists from all across the country and the world visit this place. It is the perfect destination for those wish to spend some time away from their long and hectic schedules. For a long and peaceful holiday, what could be better than cruising along those palm-fringed waterways of Alleppey? The experience of passing through those paddy fields, coconut groves, Chinese fishing nets, villages, and temples is truly enchanting. The cool wind keeps caressing your face that further adds to the charm.
Ambalapuzha Srikrishna Temple
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy Temple is an Indian Hindu temple dedicated to Krishna at Ambalappuzha in Alappuzha district of Kerala. The temple is believed to have been built during 15th century AD by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran. It is one of the seven greatest Vaishnava temples in Travancore. The idol at Ambalapuzha is likened to Parthasarthi form of Vishnu, holding a whip in his right hand and a conch in his left. During the raids of Tipu Sultan in 1789, the idol of Sri Krishna from the Guruvayoor Temple was brought to the Ambalappuzha Temple for safe keeping for 12 years. Payasam, a sweet pudding made of rice and milk is served in the temple and is believed that the Lord Guruvayoorappan visits the temple daily to accept the offering.
St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal
St. Andrew's Basilica, Arthunkal is one of the famous pilgrim centres in South India. Though the Church is named after St. Andrew the Apostle, it is the feast of St. Sebastian that has brought fame to Arthunkal. The Christian presence in Arthunkal dates back to a very early period, to 7th Century or earlier. After the arrival of the Portuguese in Kerala Jesuit missionaries turned their attention to Arthunkal. They under¬took missionary work in Arthunkal from 1530 onwards. As there was a ban on Christian conversion till 1560 per mission to put up churches was hard to obtain. When Fr. Gasper Pious s was appointed the first Vicar of Arthunkal he managed to get permission to construct a Church.
Alappuzha Beach
Alappuzha beach is one of the major tourist spot in Alappuzha town. Alappuzha Lighthouse situated near to the beach. Beach is accessible through various town roads and an elevated highway will passing by the beach as part of Alappuzha bypass in order to preserve the beauty of the area.