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Alappuzha Beach

'' Alappuzha beach is a popular tourist attraction in Alappuzha district. The palm-fringed beach is one of the most attractive beaches of the state. The clean, serene surroundings of the beach are ideal for relaxing and a good sunbath. Alappuzha, a port town of central Kerala is also known as the 'Venice of the East'. The wonderful Alappuzha beach is a favourite picnic spot for tourists. There is also a pier, which extends into the sea and is over 137 years old. Another landmark is the lighthouse on the beach. ''

Alappuzha Beach is deliberate that makes it highly impressive one in the region where adjacent park enhances beauty. An important landmark at this place is Alappuzha Lighthouse whose closeness to beach is worth noting. It became an interesting tourist destination where both domestic and international tourist come and spend quality time in beach holidaying. Another delightful experience while in Alappuzha is a houseboat cruise. The ones you find in the backwaters of Alappuzha are in fact reworked version of Kettuvallams of olden times. The original Kettuvallams or rice barges used to carry tons of rice and spices. The Kettuvallam or 'boat with knots' was so called because the entire boat was held together with coir knots only.