One of the most famous beaches in Kerala, Alappuzha beach is formed by the shores of the Arabian Sea. The beach is located in the beautiful district of Alappuzha. The Alappuzha district is also known for its backwaters and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. Due to its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala. The Kuttanad region also comes under this district, which is known as rice bowl of Kerala. It is one of the few places in world, where rice farming is done below the sea level. The Alappuzha beach is also known as Alleppey beach. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old.
Alappuzha or Alleppey beach which encompasses the shoreline of Arabian Sea is a mesmerizing place with scarlet sunsets and silver stretches of sand edged by swaying palm trees.
When you visit this beach while the sun is setting behind the horizon of azure waters, you will be entranced to see the display of wide array of colors reflected in the sea-water.
The tinges of green and blue also reflect themselves in the glistening backwaters, for which Alappuzha is famous. After spending your time near the sloshing sea, you can treat yourself to an unforgettable, romantic boat ride on the emerald backwaters at dusk.
The beach houses the famous, ancient pier that is about 140 years old and the age- old lighthouse that was built by Captain Hugh Crawford in 1862 lies almost in ruins. This lighthouse helped to increase the trade in the past by transporting commodities and people through boats. These historic remnants add a colonial air to the place that reminds us of its bygone days.
This beach offers ideal ambience for picnics. There are various amusement facilities and toy train available for kids at the children’s park known as the Vijaya Beach Park in the Alappuzha beach. This park has a swimming pool and offers boating facilities.
You can visit Alappuzha beach from 1500 to 2000 hours.
Major Attractions
- Ancient pier that is about 140 years old
- Age- old lighthouse
- Vijaya Beach Park with a swimming pool, toy train, boating and entertainment facilities
- Alappuzha Backwaters
Connectivity :
Air : The nearest airport is Kochi International Airport, situated about 85 km from Alappuzha town.
Rail : Nearest Railwaysstation is Alappuzha, about 5 km from the beach.
Road : You can reach Alappuzha's KSRTC bus stand, located 5 km from the railway junction on NH 47. The bus depot is well connected with all major tourist destinations and has frequent bus services to Ernakulam, Kottayam, Kollam and Trivandrum.
Water : Boat services to Cochin 5.30 hrs, Kollam 8 hrs, Changanasserry 3 hrs and Kottayam 2.30 hrs.
