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Allappuzha Beach :
Alappuzha beach also known as Alleppey beach is one of the most popular spots in the district of Alappuzha. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old.
With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty.
Referred to as the Venice of the East by travellers from across the world, this Backwater Country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.
Today, Alappuzha has grown in importance as a Backwater Tourist Centre, attracting several thousands of foreign tourists each year. Alappuzha is also famous for its Boat races, Houseboat Holidays, Beaches, Marine Products and Coir Industry.
Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach Park add to the attraction of the Alappuzha beach. There is also an old lighthouse nearby that is of immense interest for the visitors.
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How to Reach Alappuzha Beach
- Air
The Nearest airport is Kochi International Airport, about 85 km from Alappuzha town.
- Rail
Nearest railway station is Alappuzha, about 5 km from the beach
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Bekal Beach :
Visit the beautiful Bekal Beach in Kerala and have a memorable beach holiday on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater. Bekal Beach is located at a distance of 14 Km from Kasargod in Kerala, India. The Bekal Beach area is being promoted as a tourist destination and the beautiful sandy beach backed by swaying palm trees is truly worth seeing. The serene atmosphere, the sandy stretches of unspoilt beaches and the mesmeric rhythm of the waves as they roll up to the Bekal Beach make it an idyllic beach destination in Kerala.
The Bekal Beach is located near Bekal Fort. This fort is one of the best-maintained historic forts in Kerala. Situated on a headland that extends for 35 acres and reaches into the Arabian Sea, the Bekal Fort occupies a commanding position on a promontory. The Bekal Beach extends on either side, with stretches of clear sand flanked by rows of elegant palm trees. The view from the Bekal Fort of the green palms, the white sand, the blue sea and the rolling waves is truly breathtaking. See the amazing view of Bekal Beach on Kerala Beach tours.
The hill slopes extend down from the Bekal Fort to the Bekal Beach. Covered with shrubs, the hill slopes invite intrepid explorers to climb up from Bekal Beach to the rocky promontory above. The ramparts of Bekal Fort have canon pointing out to the sea and bring to mind visions of trading ships coming in to land on Bekal Beach under the protective cover of the guns, which guarded them from pirates and rival merchant ships. A nearby mosque built by Tipu Sultan adds to the historic attractions of Bekal Beach in Kerala, India.
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Beypore Beach :
The old world charm of this ancient ship building centre near Calicut in north Kerala is enchanting. Here, the time stands still as the specialist craftsmen design and shape "Uru"s (traditional vessels). During the heydays of Beypore, the fame of Urus had spread far and wide and Arabs made a bee line to this coastal town.
Khalasis, who are the traditional ship builders here, are amazing with their ship building knowledge and craft. The client, often an Arab, gives the specifications and his needs.
No design is drawn, and the plan of the Uru is conceptualized wholly in the mind of the master craftsmen. And log by log, each component comes together like a giant jigsaw puzzle and the final product is truly breathtaking. And to think that nothing was planned on paper, but the whole designing and intricate measurements and calculations were done entirely in the mind is truly astounding.
A fledging wood industry thrived in Beypore ship building activity. Now, past its prime, the wood industry is just a shadow of its former self. Still huge logs can be found floating down the river and is reminiscent of its glorious past.
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Cherai Beach :
Cherai beach is 35 Kms from Cochin.Located 45 kms from Ernakulam city, the Cherai Beach borders Vypeen Island. This beautiful beach is studded with seashells of various hues and shapes. The nearby village gives you glimpses of rural Kerala and Cherai's main industry- prawn farming. This lovely beach is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. A typical Kerala village with paddy fields and coconut groves nearby is an added attraction of this beach. A very quiet beach, Cherai, is well known for sea food and country wine - Toddy. From Ernakulam you have to take the boat from High Court Jetty or the
Main boat jetty to Vypeen. From Fort Cochin there is ferry to Vypeen every 15
minutes. It is 40 minutes by bus from Vypeen. The Pallipuram Fort built by the
Portuguese is 4 Km from here.
Its the latest entry in a tourist diary- the Cherai in Ernakulam district. It's the new generation tourist hot spot. Golden beaches, coconut palms corridors, backwaters, historical monuments. Just 15 minutes drive from North Paravur.
One of the most visited places of Ernakulam is the Cherai Beach. Located near the Bolghatty Island, famous for its palace of the same name attracts a considerable number of tourists every year. The Bolghatty Palace of the island was built in 1744 by the Dutch and later taken over by the British. Now the palace has been converted to a hotel by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation. It also has a small gold course and few special honeymoon cottages
Dutch Palace: Portuguese constructed this Palace in 1568 and handed over to Maharaja of Kochi- Veera Kerala Varma. Since the Dutch rebuyilt the Palace it Known to be Dutch Palace. |
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Dharmadam Island :
Dharmadam Island is a beautiful beach, located 17 km from Kannur. The small 5-acre island covered with coconut palms and green bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island. It is 100 mt away from the mainland at Dharmadam. |
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