What to do and see in Alappuzha, Kerala: The Best Sights & Landmarks

September 13, 2021 Layne Dawes

Often compared to Venice due to its abundance of canals, Alappuzha is the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala. Rent a houseboat for an up-close view of the palm-lined waterways. In August, the snake-boat race is a remarkable festival—each traditional boat has a crew of over 100 local sailors.
Restaurants in Alappuzha

1. Thuravoor Mahakshethram

Nh47, Alappuzha 688532 India +91 478 256 3050 http://www.thuravoortemple.org
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Thuravoor Mahakshethram

2. Sree Ganesh Temple Mullackall

State Highway 40, Alappuzha India
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Sree Ganesh Temple Mullackall

3. Sree Subramanya Swami Temple

Arulmigu Subramaniaswamy thirukovil Thiruparakundram Madurai - 625 005 TamilNadu, Alappuzha 625005 India +91 452 248 4359 [email protected] http://www.thazhakara.org/
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4.5 based on 169 reviews

Sree Subramanya Swami Temple

Reviewed By baumwolle1963 - Coimbatore, India

A temple dedicated to lord Subramanya in Kerala. Temple opens in evening at 5 pm only. A must visit temple in the visit to allepey.

4. Kathakali

Puthencavu Chengannur, Alappuzha India +91 94474 62901 http://www.kathakali.org
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4.5 based on 200 reviews

Kathakali

Reviewed By 983akj

For someone who misses this, I can only say "Go Back". An hour well spent understanding nuances of Kathakali and enjoying the performance. Lively staff and suffused with positive energy

5. St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal

Arthunkal, Alappuzha 688 530 India +91 478 257 2374 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 90 reviews

St. Andrew's Basilica Arthunkal

Reviewed By Frinson - Bengaluru, India

We visited Arthunkal Basilica on the way back from kumarakom vacation. It's an historic pilgrimage centre and one of the oldest churches in India. The main church and the one built in 1561 are both well maintained and open for public to pray. A must visit if you are in this area and definitely one to explore if you have an interest in Christian history in India

6. Kurattikadu Pattambalam Devi Kshethram Temple

Mannar Town, Alappuzha India
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Kurattikadu Pattambalam Devi Kshethram Temple

7. Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Komalapuram Ambalapuzha, Alappuzha 688561 India +91 477 227 2090 http://www.ambalapuzhasreekrishnatemple.in
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4.5 based on 384 reviews

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Reviewed By abhinishv - Secunderabad, India

The temple is an old architectural splendor and is spread over a huge area with a large pond. The temple has two gates of entry the Eastern & Western Gate. The Western Gate has lot of shops & adequate parking. The temple is famous for the " Ambalapuzzha Palpayasam ( Rice Kheer/ Rice Pudding)", which is distributed at 12 noon. The Palpayasam needs to be pre-booked or if you are lucky you can stand in queue at 10:30 am and try and get it on the same day. The temple also has a elephant permanently inside the temple premises. It is believed that Sree Guruvayoor Appan ( Deity at Guruvayoor Temple) visits the temple every day noon for the "Ambalapuzzha Palpayasam". Please Note :- Due to the present COVID-19 situation, entry only through Western Gate is allowed. Children are though allowed inside the temple premises but entry into the main sanctum sanctorum.

8. Edathua Church

Pamba River, Alappuzha India
Excellent
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Edathua Church

9. St. Mary's Forane Church

Champakulam, Alappuzha India
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4.5 based on 83 reviews

St. Mary's Forane Church

10. Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

Nh 3 Km from Bus Station, Near Haripad, Alappuzha 688003 India +91-479-216-0300-241-3214 http://www.mannarasala.org/
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4.5 based on 170 reviews

Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple

Reviewed By Mikan999 - Bristol, United Kingdom

This remote temple is set in a beautiful forest. The building is in a typical Keralian style and shows the intricate woodwork so typical of these temples. As it is dedicated to to Snake King (God?) there is an extraordinary display of snake art - the Cobra being the snake. There are carvings and painted reliefs but most incredible are the thousands ( supposedly, 30,000) of stone images of Cobras. The grounds of the temple are beautiful and warrant a long stroll to the Kali temple. There were no more than half a dozen other visitors when we were there so the quietness was wonderful.

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