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Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha
is often called as "Venice of east" because of its numerous
waterways. These huge networks of lagoons, canals, and lakes are the lifeline
of Alleppey. Founded in 1762 by Divan of Travanacore, Raja Keshawadasan, this
pristine back water town with its numerous coconut palms lined waterways
& tiny villages has a laid back & relaxed feel to it, as you
experience all this while sailing on your house boat
Alleppe was amongst the busiest trade centers and it had an excellent port along Malabar Coast. Traders from across the world came searching for souvenirs and black gold. All this was after the British established it as a trade port in the late 18th century to counteract one that was established by the Dutch. Today, Alleppey is still the center for prawn farming and Coir carpet industries. This town was established on a narrow land spit between Arabian Sea and Vembanad Lake. Paddy fields are plentiful in the area thanks to the manmade islands created by the mud walls. One of the most popular drinks churned out of these fields is the delicious rice wine made here.More of all, the excellent infrastructure and the availability of the Alleppey hotels have made the inflow of the tourist much higher to Alleppey hotels visit Numerous tourists come to Alleppey to enjoy the impressive natural beauty that can be seen there. It is a popular honeymoon destination, a perfect location to spot bird and animal life, and a place to see soak in the many religious historic sites. The mirror like lagoons, palm fringed waterways, sandy beaches, houseboat holidays & the popular boat races are the reasons why tourists flock to this tranquil town on the Alleppedy backwatershttp://www.alleppeyhouseboats.org.in/ |
Alleppey backwater
Wednesday, 19 September 2012
Alleppey Backwater
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