Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey. A city with picturesque canals, backwaters, and lagoons.it was described as the one of the places known as the "Venice of the East".The Backwaters of Alappuzha are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala.and famous "Nehru Trophy Boat Race(snake boat)" takes place every year in 1st week of august here.
Alight here to experience above mentioned in shot by taking a Boat ride provided by SWTD(State water Transport Department)situated at boat jetty,opposite to KSRTC bus stand(attached a map image)for just Rs 400-/,the boat travels through the National...
more... waterway 3 through a narrow canals.the boat departs from jetty sharp at 10.30am(daily)August-pre monsoon(may) and arrives kollam at evening 6.30pm.it also has intermediate stop at few jettys along its ~90km stretch.one can preorder lunch(they have dedicated stop at the resort on the way) by contacting boat conductor(all the staff are really awesome,respectfull)for details here
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