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About Alleppey Lighthouse

Built in 1862, Alleppey Lighthouse(Alappuzha Lighthouse) is the first of its kind on the Arabian coast of Kerala. Alappuzha, where the lighthouse stands was one of the busiest ports and centers of Kerala during the 17th and 18th centuries.

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Alappuzha Beach

Alappuzha Beach

0.37km from Alleppey Lighthouse

The popular beach of Alapuzha with its old pier, the light house, and an amazing sunset. #beach #sunset

Marari Beach

Marari Beach

12.23km from Alleppey Lighthouse

Rated as one of the worlds top five HAMMOCK BEACH by National Geographic Survey. Peaceful place, good climate, away from the city crowd.

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

13.41km from Alleppey Lighthouse

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu Temple believed to be built around the 15th-17th century in the typical Kerala Architectural Style. The idol at the temple is of Parthasarathy with a whip in the right hand and a sacred conch in the left. Parthasarathy is a form of Lord Krishna as the charioteer of Arjuna during the Kurukshetra war mentioned in the ancient Hindu epic Mahabharata.

Vembanad Lake

Vembanad Lake

14.25km from Alleppey Lighthouse

Largest lake in Kerala where visitors can cruise through in houseboats.

Pathiramanal Island

Pathiramanal Island

15.53km from Alleppey Lighthouse

A lush green island in the middle of a lake, home to many species of birds.

Kuttanad

Kuttanad

18.16km from Alleppey Lighthouse

Kuttanad is a region that is well known for its vast paddy fields. The region has the lowest altitude in India and is one of the few places in the world where farming is carried on around 1.2 to 3.0 meters (4 to 10 ft) below sea level. It is a major rice producer of Kerala state.

Discover More Attractions in Alappuzha, Home of Alleppey Lighthouse

Alappuzha

Alappuzha

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Land of Backwaters, canals and lagoons. Commonly called as "Venice of the East" #VeniceOfTheEast

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