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Houseboat backwaters and Kuttanad rice paddies.
4 hotels · 1 5-star · 1 3-star
Often called the Venice of the East, Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the heart of Kerala's famed backwater network — a labyrinth of palm-fringed canals, paddy fields, and lagoons connected by traditional kettuvallam houseboats. Gliding through the backwaters at sunset with fresh Kerala fish curry cooking onboard is one of India's most iconic travel experiences. The town also hosts the thrilling Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race and boasts quiet beaches away from the tourist trail.