PLACES
TO VISIT
Kuttanad
Kuttanad, called the rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops,
is at the very heart of the backwaters. The scenic countryside of Kuttanad with
its shimmering waterways also has a rich crop of banana, cassava and yam.
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Allappuzha Beach
This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Alappuzha. The pier, which extends
into the sea here, is over 137 years old. Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya
beach park add to the attractions of the beach.
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Sea View Park
The park offers boating facilities and a swimming pool. Boat rentals for 10
minutes.
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Pathriamanal
According to mythology a young brahmin dived into the Vembanad Lake to perform
his evening ablutions and the water made way for land to rise from below, thus
creating the enchanting island of Pathiramanal (sands of midnight).
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Mannarasala
Sree Nagaraja Temple
Situated near Harippad, this is a serpent shrine under the patronage of a brahman
family, headed by a priestess. The ancient shrine is an internationally renowned
pilgrim centre dedicated to the Serpent God Nagaraja. Sarpa Yakshi and Naga
Yakshi are the beloved consorts of Nagaraja.
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Champakulam 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.
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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 has been reclaimed from the backwaters and are protected by dikes built
all around.
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Chavara
Bhavan
Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara.
It is now a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather
for prayer, receive favours and feel amply gratified.
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Ambalappuzha Sree
Krishna Temple
Built in the typical Kerala architectural style, this temple is famous all over
India for the Palpayasam, the daily offering of deliciously sweet milk porridge.
It is also in this temple that Pallipana is performed by Velans (sorcerers)
once every twelve years.
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Arthunkal
The St. Sebastian's Church here is an important Christian pilgrim centre. Annual
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Edathua Church
Established in 1810, the church is dedicated to St. George. It is believed that
prayers and offerings at this church help to heal all mental disorders and other
ailments.
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Chettikulangara
Bhagavathy Temple
The Kettukazhcha festival at this temple draws large crowds of devotees. Processions
of tall decorated structures on chariots, brightly decorated effigies of horses
and bullocks and cultural performances make a spectacular pageant.
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Krishnapuram Palace
Built by Marthanda Varma, this palace at Karthikapally in Kayamkulam is famous
for its mural depicting the story of Gajendramoksham.
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Karumadikuttan
Many fascinating legends are associated with this 11th century statue of Lord
Buddha.
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