Alappuzha Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Kerala, India
About Alappuzha
Alappuzha has a wonderful past that owes its modern existence to the efforts of Diwan Raja Kesavadas in the second half of the 18th century. Diwan Raja Kasavadas was instrumental in making Alappuzha a major port city in his time and for developing the system of inland canals, used for transportation and navigation, that is seen today. The name Alappuzha means "the land between the sea and network of rivers flowing into it". It is a fitting name: there are a significant number of canals, backwaters, beaches and lagoons in and around the city. Alappuzha, andKeralain general, has excellent weather due to its proximity to the ocean. The temperature rarely goes above 35 °C and never below 20 °C. The best time to visit is from September to March. The monsoon, from June to August, always brings h
Top Attractions in Alappuzha
Explore the best things to see and do in Alappuzha:
- ★Alleppey Beach
- ★Eco Trails Kerala Houseboat Cruise
- ★Jain Derasar
- ★Karumadikkuttan
- ★Krishnendu Ayurveda Wellness Center
- ★Lake King Cruise
- ★Marari-beach
- ★Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Races
Where to Eat in Alappuzha
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Biju
- 🍴Cafe Paradiso
- 🍴Chakara Restaurant
- 🍴Dreamers
- 🍴Himalaya Bakery
- 🍴Hotel Brothers
Where to Stay in Alappuzha
- 🏨Abad Turtle Beach Resort
- 🏨Arcadia Regency
- 🏨Harbour Restaurant
- 🏨Hotel Royale Park, a three star category hotel
- 🏨Kerala Houseboats
- 🏨Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort
Alappuzha Travel Guide Sections
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