Alappuzha Attractions Alleppey

Alappuzha or Alleppey is a market town located along a network of canals and surrounded by coconut trees. Alappuzha is a one of the better starting points for exploring the backwaters. The waterways surrounding the town are still in use and service the coir industry, which has been in existence since the 19th C.

The famous Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race takes place annually in August on Vembanad Lake in Alleppey. Each boat has a crew of up to 100 rowers and is avidly watched by thousands of spectators.

The Mullakal Devi Temple in Alappuzha participates in a festival each December that is celebrated with dance, music, and rituals. There is also a modern Jain shrine built next to the older shrine.