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Ambalappuzha
The city of Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is situated in Kerala. Alappuzha is the smallest district in Kerala with a long coastline and many lagoons and backwaters.
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Why Ambalappuzha?
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- Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy Temple
- Anandeshwaram Mahadeva Temple
- Karumadikkuttan
- St. Mary's Church
- Jain Derasar
Ambalappuzha at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy 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 CE by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran.
- Anandeshwaram Mahadeva Temple: Anandeswaram Sree Mahadeva Kshethram is one of the oldest temples in Pandanad village. It is located at Pandanad in Chengannur taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state of Kerala.
- Karumadikkuttan: This is a 9th century black granite statue of the Buddha, locally known as Karumadi Kuttan. This statue is protected by the Archeological survey of India.
- St. Mary's Church: Alleppey has a high percentage of Christians. St. Mary’s Church (Champakulam) is believed to be one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas.
- Jain Derasar: This temple is very calm and quiet temple. Allepey has a very small Jain population.
Things to Do
- Alleppey Beach: A fairly large, flat and clean beach. An old pier, which was at one point used for trade and had three railway lines, still stands.
- Krishnendu Ayurveda Wellness Center: It is run by a traditional family of ayurvedic doctors. The hospital and spa are constructed in Kerala traditional architecture style but contains a modern facility.
- Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Races: - Alappuzha is known for its Snake Boat races. Held on the second Saturday of August, the competition is named after Jawaharlal Nehru who inaugurated the event in 1952.
- Village visits by ferry: Try Kainakkary, a short distance from Viluakkuthara.
- Jain Derasar: This temple is very calm and quiet temple. Allepey has a very small Jain population.
- Karumadikkuttan: This is a 9th century black granite statue of the Buddha, locally known as Karumadi Kuttan. This statue is protected by the Archeological survey of India.
Sightseeing Places
- Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy 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 CE by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran.
- Anandeshwaram Mahadeva Temple: Anandeswaram Sree Mahadeva Kshethram is one of the oldest temples in Pandanad village. It is located at Pandanad in Chengannur taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state of Kerala.
- Karumadikkuttan: This is a 9th century black granite statue of the Buddha, locally known as Karumadi Kuttan. This statue is protected by the Archeological survey of India.
- St. Mary's Church: Alleppey has a high percentage of Christians. St. Mary’s Church (Champakulam) is believed to be one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas.
- Jain Derasar: This temple is very calm and quiet temple. Allepey has a very small Jain population.
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Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy 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 CE by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam Thirunal-Devanarayanan Thampuran.
Anandeshwaram Mahadeva Temple
Anandeswaram Sree Mahadeva Kshethram is one of the oldest temples in Pandanad village. It is located at Pandanad in Chengannur taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state of Kerala.
Karumadikkuttan
This is a 9th century black granite statue of the Buddha, locally known as Karumadi Kuttan. This statue is protected by the Archeological survey of India.
St. Mary's Church
Alleppey has a high percentage of Christians. St. Mary’s Church (Champakulam) is believed to be one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas.
Jain Derasar
This temple is very calm and quiet temple. Allepey has a very small Jain population.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 86 km from Ambalappuzha.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Ambalappuzha railway station, about 2 km from central Ambalappuzha.
- By Road: There are bus services operating from Cochin (1 hr 45 min, ₹75 for KSRTC), Thiruvananthapuram (3½ hours, ₹150 for KSRTC), Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mysore, Coimbatore to Alappuzha. The entire Alappuzha district is well-connected by NH 66 (formerly NH 47).
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Ambalappuzha (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–31°C with about 270 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Ambalappuzha (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 25–30°C with about 285 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Ambalappuzha (Oct, Nov) averages 24–30°C with about 253 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Ambalappuzha (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–30°C with about 36 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C.
Local Transport
- By bus: Like elsewhere in Kerala, Alappuzha has a cheap and efficient local bus system. You can catch buses to almost eerywhere from the KSRTC bus stand, Alappuzha.
- By autorickshaw: This is a cheap means of transportation between attractions. Make sure you agree on a price first.
- By taxi: Local taxis are also available for what many western wallets would consider cheap. There are car rental companies that offer cars with drivers or self-drive options.
- By boat: A visit to Alappuzha would not be complete without making a journey by boat. In some cases, such as visiting Kuttanad, boats are the preferred method of transport as some locations are inaccessible by road.
- On foot: From the city center you can walk to the boat jetties nearby. The other sights lie mostly in the outskirts of the town for which walking is too far.
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Planning Guide
- Overview: The city of Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is situated in Kerala. Alappuzha is the smallest district in Kerala with a long coastline and many lagoons and backwaters. It is often called the Venice of the East due to the canals that connect it to Kerala's famous snaking backwaters.
- Accommodation: Bamboostix Island Resort claims to have been 'built by backpackers, for backpackers" is a new eco-resort on an island. Listed options include Abad Turtle Beach Resort, Arcadia Regency and The Dreamheaven.
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Significance
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.
Spiritual Significance
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ambalappuzha is most comfortable in January, February, March and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 33°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 86 km away. The nearest railway station is Ambalappuzha railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, Anandeshwaram Mahadeva Temple, Karumadikkuttan, St. Mary's Church and Jain Derasar.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 33°C over the year, with about 2362 mm of rain in total.
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