The backwaters of Alleppey is the perfect place for recreation after a hard month's work. A perfect getaway from the busy city life, the backwaters have houseboats at your disposal foryou to rewind and relax as a part of your perfect vacation.
Alappuza is perhaps one of the best places in Kerala for a backwater holiday. The wuaint and calm waters add to the charm of the place.
Imagine drifting slowing on the backwaters of Kerala as you sip your fresh coffee and enjoy the beauty of God's Own Country. The enchancing houseboats just add that extra flavour to your trip!
Things to know about Backwaters
The backwaters of Kerala in general are a great way to relax. It is a network of interconnected canals, rivers, lakes and inlets, a labyrinthine system formed by more than 900 km of waterways.
Beautiful ouseboats can be rented for as long as you want in order to fully experience the beauty of the backwaters.
Attractions of Backwaters
The major attraction of the backwaters is definitely the houseboats and one can rent these for as long as they want. There are many kinds of houseboats including the luxury ones.
The backwater cruise is also a very good option to enjoy the exotic Kerala.
History of backwaters
 Alleppey district was formed back in 1957 august 27 by combining parts of old Kollom district and Kottyam district , but the origin of Alleppey city is way back in 1762 itself.
The town was founded by Raja Kesavadas who is the Divan of Karthika thirunal Rama varma . During that time it was the only planned city in Travancore with two canals and roads that stretch across the banks of the canals .
Best time to visit
Best time to visit is between October-April.
How to Reach Backwaters
There are bus services operating from cities like Cochin (1:15 hours, Rs 33), Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore (overnight luxury Rs 650), Mysore, Coimbatore (overnight Rs.220) to Alappuzha
Tips
It is a must visit during monsoon seasons.
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