Venice is a major city of Italy. You must have seen its beauty in pictures and videos. There are no roads in this city so people ride boats. But do you know that there is a Venice in India too? Yes, now you will not need a passport and visa to go to Venice, because there is a city in India which is no less than Venice.
We are talking about Alleppey. Alleppey city is very beautiful. The beauty here wins everyone's heart. Because of its backwaters and beaches it is called the Venice of the East. If you are planning to travel somewhere during summer holidays then definitely visit Alleppey. By going here you will feel like Venice.
Houseboat craze fun
There is no Gondola boat in Alleppey, but you can definitely enjoy a houseboat cruise in the water. The price of staying in a houseboat here starts from Rs 12000 per night. Couples will have to pay Rs 48000 for the boat journey from Alleppey to Kochi.
Alleppey is famous for food and drinks
Very few people know, but Alleppey city is very famous for food and drinks. Both veg and non-veg food is available here. The best thing is that this food is tasty and healthy too. Because the food here is cooked in coconut oil. Idiyappam, Puttu and Kadala, Shapi Meen Curry, Idli Sambar, Thalassery Biryani are the famous food items here.
Places to visit in Alleppey
Kuttanad
Kuttanad is a major tourist place to visit in Alleppey. It is also called the backwater paradise of Kerala. Rice is cultivated the most here, hence Kuttanad is also famous as the rice bowl. While taking a boat ride here you can enjoy the wonderful views of the surroundings.
Alleppey Church
Located on the Pampa River in Kerala, this church is one of the main attractions of Alleppey. This is quite old. It was constructed in 1810 and still looks the same today. This church is known as Edathua Church and St. George Foreign Church. If you want to spend time in a peaceful place while strolling along the river bank, then definitely visit Edathua Church.
vembanad lake
In Alleppey you will get to see Vembanad Lake. It is the largest lake in the state of Kerala. It is also called the longest lake of India. If you want, you can go boating here. Many people also come here for picnic. You will see coconut trees and paddy cultivation all around this lake.
Nehru Trophy Boat Race
You must have heard about the boat race held every year in Kerala. This is the main attraction of Kerala. A huge crowd gathers to see this. This race is organized in Alleppey city only. Racing is a traditional boat sport throughout South India. If you go to Alleppey then definitely enjoy this boat race.