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ALLEPPEY


Features 

Alappuzha is a city on the Laccadive Sea in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Alappuzha Beach is the site of the 19thcentury Alappuzha Lighthouse. The city's Mullakkal Temple features a traditional design. Punnamada Lake's snake boat races are a well-known annual event.


Weather condition  

28°C, Wind NW at 13 km/h, 82% Humidity The summer season starts here in the month of March and lasts till May. The town becomes very humid during this season. The maximum temperature recorded during the season is 37 degrees Celsius. These months are usually hot and humid but are good time to visit for sightseeing and backwater excursions.


Monsoon season in Alleppey 

From June to September the monsoon prevails in Alleppey. Heavy rainfall lash the coast at this time, saving its fury for the months of June and July. Water logging is very common here in these months because of which outdoor activities can be disrupted.


Winter season in Alleppey 

Winter starts in November and lasts till February. The average temperature at this time lies very agreeably between 17 and 32 degrees Celsius. This time of the year is perfect for honeymooners, beach bouncers, houseboat vacationers and backwater explorers in Alleppey. December, January and February are cooler and perfect for sightseeing.


Sri Krishna Temple 

The Sri Krishna Temple is located at Ambalapuzha, the temple is just 14 km away from Alleppey. It is one of the most popular temples of the state with the classic temple architectural style of Kerala. It is equally renowned for its Palpayasam, sweet milk porridge.


Pathiramanal 

Pathiramanal is a striking small island on the Vembanad Lake only reachable by means of a boat. It is set to be developed as a major tourist spot in Alleppey.


Karumadi 

Close to Alleppey, the village of Karumadi is wellknown for its Karumadi Kuttan, a black granite figure of Buddhan that is believed to have been created in the 9th or 10th Century. During his visit to the state in 1965, the Dalai Lama worshipped at this holy place. There are various other places to explore as well in and around here.


Alleppey Beach 

Apart from mere relaxation, Alleppey Beach also offers tourists numerous water-sports like swimming, beach volleyball, parasailing and surfing. Adventure lovers can simply charge up themselves and jump into the blue sea waters to feel the thrill to the core. Here the sea with its large network of lakes, canals, lagoons and freshwater rivers create a magnificent milieu of various water bodies under one roof that can be rarely experienced anywhere else.


During a tranquil escape to Alleppey Beach, few things to consider include the following:Experience the houseboat stay in the backwater of the beach Try out authentic Kerala delicacies served from local kitchens Take a look at the reminiscence of the lighthouse on the beach


Krishnapuram Palace 

Krishnapuram Palace is one of the most captivating attractions of the region. It was built by the Travancore king, Marthanda Varma, in the 18th century. It is a twostoried building crafted in the traditional Kerala architectural style. The gabled roofs, dormer windows and narrow corridors give it an amazing facade. The palace is mainly known for its wall paintings as well as its beautiful architecture. One of the biggest wall paintings in all of Kerala is placed in Alleppey. It is known as the Gajendra Moksham, which literally means "The redemption of the elephant".


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