Alleppey is a town situated south of Kochi. It is also known as the Venice of the east due to many waterways that inter connects different parts of this town. Alleppey is an important tourist attraction in Kerala and there are Kerala Tour Packages to Alleppey. After reaching Alleppey it is possible to see the backwaters of Kerala, which are one of the most important tourist attractions here. On the western side of Alleppey is the Arabian sea and on the eastern side is the backwaters. The natural beauty that surrounds the backwaters have always been a major tourist attraction for tourists. Many houseboats are operating in and around Alleppey. During a houseboat cruise along the backwaters it is possible to see the still and calm backwaters. The green paddy fields and coconut trees add to surrounding natural beauty. There are many tourist resorts, homestay and hotels in Alleppey. Overnight Accommodation is also available in houseboats.
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Tourist Places near Alleppey. Alleppey beach : This beach is situated very close to Alleppey railway station and on the western part of Alleppey town. Tourists who come to see the backwaters also spend some time at the beach. It is an ideal place for spending the evening and for watching sunset.
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Kuttanad : It is also known as the rice bowl of Kerala because of the extensive paddy fields in the area. Most of the area is below sea level. Travelling in a houseboat it is possible to see these paddy fields with coconut trees in the boundary. The paddy fields combined with coconut trees add to the scenic beauty of this place.
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Marrarikkulam beach : This beach is situated 11km north of Alleppey. Many coconut trees close to beach add to the beauty of this place. There are also many beach side resorts at Mararikkulam which are ideal place for spending vacation. This beach is also suitable for resting in a hammock below coconut trees.
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Pathiramanal : This is an island which lies north of Alleppey. This island can be reached only in a boat. It is possible to reach this place from Muhamma, which lies north of Alleppey. This island is inhabited by a variety of plants and animals.
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