Adventure

Backwaters of Alleppey

Every year during August, the second Saturday, Alleppey wakes up to the pulsating Nehru Cup Snake Boat Race, a water sport unique to Kerala. Snake boat races are the most significant traditional event in Alleppey. These spectacular events are usually held between August and October, and involve long thin boats powered by up to 120 oarsmen. The most famous snake boat race is the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. More

History


Ravi Karunakaran Museum

In Alappuzha, Betty Karan, wife of late Ravi Karunakaran, a business stalwart in the coir industry, has dedicated a museum in the memory of her husband, which is the first of its kind in Kerala. More

Surfing and the Sea

Alleppy Beach: This beach is popular with the locals. The beach is good and quite clean, on the southern side there is a park for children. On northern side the Seaview Park with boating facilities is also there. The railway station is not very far from here. More

Marari beach: in Kerala lies on the beautiful southwest coast of India. Marari beach is the perfect haven from which to enjoy the stunning scenery, magnificent beaches and relaxing atmosphere of this undiscovered beach in the centre of Kerala. Marari boasts a spectacular beach, which has resisted the trappings of commercialism to preserve the unspoilt beauty of the fine white sand backed by palm trees. More

The Restaurant Vembanad offers a wide range of culinary excellence, both Indian and International. Those who would like to know what the regional varieties are like, find no better place More

Must See

Aruthunkal:The ancient St. Sebastian Church was built by the Portuguese and is a popular centre of pilgrimage for the Christians of Kerala. The feast of St. Sebastian is held every January. This is 22 kms north of Alleppey. More

Krishnapuram Palace: This 18th century palace of the Travancore kings is built in typical Kerala style of architecture. On display are antique sculptures, paintings and bronze artifacts. The mural Gajendra Moksham, on the ground floor of the double storied palace is one of the largest of its kind in Kerala.It is the palace of Travancore kings. This is situated 47 kms from Alleppey. More

Mattancherry Palace: It is also known as Dutch Palace, built the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Kochi in 1555 AD. It acquired the present name after 1663 when the Dutch carried out extensions and repairs in the palace. AT no time did the Portuguese or Dutch stay here. Its interiors are decorated with murals from the Ramayana and there are some lively displays of royal costumes and palanquins. More

Jewish Synagogue: The Synagogue in Mattancherry is built in 1568 AD. The Great Scrolls of the Old Testament, the copper plates in which the grants of privilege made by the Cochin rulers were recorded and the exquisite Chinese hand-painted tiles are of interest More

Pierce Leslie Bungalow: This charming mansion was the office of Pierce Leslie & Co., coffee merchants, founded in 1862. A representative of the Fort Kochi colonial bungalow, this building reflects Portuguese, Dutch and local influences. More

Old Harbour House: This elegant old bungalow built in 1808 is in the possession of Carrit Moran & Co., renowned tea brokers, who now use it as their residence. The house was once a boat club. More

Loafer's Corner/Princess Street: One of the earliest streets to be constructed in Fort Kochi, Princess Street with its European style residences still retains its old world charm. The best view of this quaint street can be had from Loafer's Corner, the traditional meeting place and hangout of the jovial fun loving people of the area. More

Vasco House: Believed to have been the residence of Vasco da Gama, this is one of the oldest Portuguese residences in Fort Kochi. Built in the early sixteenth century, Vasco House sports the typical European glass paned windows and balcony cum verandahs characteristic of the times.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary: Located in the banks of the Vembanad Lake, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, an ornithologist's paradise, is a favorite haunt of migratory birds like Siberian stroke, egret, darter, heron and teal. Other common varieties like the woodpecker, skylark, crane, water hens and parrots can also be spotted here. A cruise along the Vemband lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary. 

Kuttanad: It is known as the rice bowl of Kerala. With a vast stretch of greenery Kuttanad is situated in the heart of backwaters. The scenic countryside of Kuttanad with its shimmering waterways also has a rich crop of banana, tapioca cassava and yam and the farming is done 1.5 to 2 mts below sea level. Inland waterways, which flow above land level, are amazing features of this region. A house boat cruise through the backwaters of Kuttanad is a heavenly experience.

Time taken from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 2 hours

Pathiramanal: Sands of Midnight is the literal meaning of the term Pathiramanal. There is an interesting story behind its name. A young Brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform his evening ablutions and the water made the way for land to rise from below, thus creating this beautiful island. This tiny island on the backwaters is a favorite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world.

Time taken from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 20 mins

Q S T and R Block Kayal: These regions are wonders of the indigenous agricultural engineering know -how of Kerala and remind the visitor of the famous dikes of Holland. Extensive areas of land have been reclaimed from the backwaters and are protected by dikes built all around. Here cultivation and habitation are made possible four to ten feet below sea level. A leisurely cruise along the canals that surround these kayals is a memorable experience.

Time taken from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 1hour 30 mins

Chavara Bhavan: Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the Blessed Father Chavara Kuriakose Elias. It is now an important pilgrim center where thousands of devotees gather for praying and receiving favours. One can reach this Holy Shrine only by boat. A 250 years old beacon of light is kept here in its original and primitive form.

Time taken from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 2hour 30 mins

Alappuzha Beach: This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alappuzha. A 137 years old pier which extends into the sea is the main attraction. An age - old Light House attracts large crowds.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 20 Kms

Champakkulam Church: One of the oldest churches in Kerala, the St. Mary's Church is believed to be one of the seven established by St. Thomas, the Apostle.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 37 Kms

St. Sebastian Church, Arthunkal: The feast of St. Sebastian, the patron saint, (Arthunkal Perunnal) celebrated in January, gathers together many devotees in this important Christian pilgrim center which is near to Cherthala and 22 kms from Alappuzha.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 21 Kms

St. George Church, Edathua: This church, established in 1810, is dedicated to St.George. It is believed that prayers and offerings at this church help to heal all mental disorders and other ailments.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 45 Kms

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple: Ambalapuzha was the capital of Chembakassery Kings. In AD 1754, Divan Ramayya attached this Taluk to Travancore. Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple, built in typical Kerala architectural style, is an important pilgrim centre for Hindus.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 34 Kms

Chakkulath Bhagavathy Temple: This temple is known as The Sabarimala of women is located at Ambalapuzha, Neerattupuram in Alappuzha district of Kerala after Thakazhi and Edathuva.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 52 Kms

Aravukad Devi Temple: The Temple is eight kms south from Alleppey town, at the eastern side of N.H at punnapra. This temple is dedicated to Devi, She after killing the demon Daruka is represented in her mighty form.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 24 Kms

Varanad Devi Temple: The Varanad Devi Temple is a very Ancient Temple situated on the North Eastern side of Cherthala. It is about 3 kms from the Cherthala Transport bus-stand. The Devi is represented as riding on the Vethala after killing the demon Darika.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 12 Kms

Mannarsala Sree Nagaraja Temple: Mannarsala in Alappuzha, situated near Haripad, is perhaps the only temple unique with its deity of Nagaraja, the Serpant God. Snake worship is common in Kerala and the temple, it is believed, is the residence of five-headed snake grant boons to devotees.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 47 Kms

Chettikulangara Bhagawati temple: The Kettukazhcha festival at this temple draws large crowds of devotees. This is one of the few temples in Kerala where ritual arts like Garudan Thookkam are performed.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 65 Kms

Krishnapuram Palace: This palace in Karthikapally in Kayamkulam was built by King Marthanda Varma in 18th century. It is famous for the mural painting of the puranic story of Gajendramoksham which sized in 14 feet by 11 feet. The museum is the treasure of vast collection of paintings, sculptures and bronze.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 74 Kms

Karumadikuttan: Many interesting legends are associated with this 11th Century statue of Lord Buddha.

Distance from Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort- 40 Kms

Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple: is a historic Hindu temple located in the holy city of Madurai. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva (in the form of Sundareswarar or Beautiful Lord) and his consort, Goddess Parvati (in the form of Meenakshi). The temple forms the heart and lifeline of the 2500 year old city of Madurai. More

Shopping

The most important commercial center in Cochin is at the M.G road, which is short for Mahatma Gandhi road. Here, you can buy stuff ranging from clothes to cosmetics to knick-knacks. Some of The most popular items that are bought by tourists are handicrafts, spices and nuts. More