Alappuzha is a veritable maze of bridges and canals , the presence of which has give given it the appellation enjoys a unique position in the maritime history of kerala due to its proximity to the sea , kuttanad the rice bowl of Kerala , is in alappuzha district . alappuzha is also the place of many boat races .places of interest include patgiramanal , an island on the backwaters; karumadikuttan , statue of lord Buddha associated with fascinating legends of 11th century ; krisnapuram palace built by maharaja marthanda varma in kayamkulam which famous for its 18th century murals depicting the story of gajendramoksham and alappuzha beach , one f the most beautiful picnic sports . the district tourism promotion council regularly offers tours packages and backwater cruice packages in the alappuzha kollam –kumarakom sector.

Alappuzha is connecting by all means of transportation to other parts of the state and the country. The nearest airport is thiruvanthapuram international airport (106 km)

Sight Seeing Places:

Alappuzha Beach

A popular picnic spot, the Alappuzha beach is located near to the Alappuzha town. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. One of the great fascinations for the visitors here is the nearby lighthouse and entertainment facility at the Vijaya Beach Park. The park offers boating facilities and a children’s park with toy train and bicycles.

Pathiramanal

For bird lovers, this small island on the backwaters of Alappuzha is a must visit. About a 1½-hour drive by motorboat from Alappuzha, Pathiramanal is a haven for hundreds of rare birds migrating from different parts of the world.

Pathiramanal is accessible only by boat as it is surrounded by the Vembanad Lake, stretching from Alappuzha to Kochi and the Kayamkulam Lake.

Kuttanad

One of the prominent features of Alappuzha is the region called Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala. Sandwiched between the sea and the hills, Kuttanad stretches for about 75 km It is believed to be the only place in the world where farming is done below sea level.

Sea view Park

For those who love enjoying themselves by water, the Sea View Park is a place to visit while in Alappuzha. The park has a swimming pool and offers boating facilities.
Ambalapuzha Krishna Temple

A visit to this temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, will enable you to witness the typical temple architecture of Kerala. You can also get the glimpses of the town culture and taste payasam, if you happen to visit this place during the festival time of March.

Arthunkal

Twenty-two kilometres north of Alappuzha near Sherthallai lies a pilgrim center, Arthunkal. The town is known for the St. Andrews Church established by Portuguese missionaries. Every January the feast of St. Sebastian is held here.

Chavara Bhavan

About 6 km from Alappuzha and accessible only by boat, Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of Kuriakose Elias Chavara. Today it is a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather for prayers. A 250-year-old historically important beacon of light is preserved here in its original form.

Edatgya Church

About 24 km from Alappuzha on the Alappuzha-Thiruvalla Road stands the Edatgya Church. Dedicated to St. George, the church was established in 1810. Pilgrims from all parts of South India visit this church during the annual festival held in the first week of May.

Krishnapuram Palace

Forty-seven kilometres from Alappuzha lies Krishnapuram Palace, a rare specimen of the Kerala style of architecture. The palace had been the residence of the rulers of Kayamkulam kingdom. It was renovated some time in the 18th century and is complete with gabled roofs, narrow corridors and dormer windows. The palace has been declared a protected monument by the department of archaeology. One of the most fascinating exhibits here is the 49 sq. meters Gajendra Moksham, the largest single band of mural painting discovered in Kerala. The other attractions include a beautifully landscaped garden in the palace compound and a newly erected Buddha mandapam, where a statue of the Buddha is housed.