Alappuzha – Kerala’s Enchanted Water World

Alappuzha -- the name means “broad river” in Malayalam -- is famous for its backwaters, houseboats, boat races, temples and seafood. These attractions have earned it the moniker “Venice of the East.” Founded in 1762 by Raja Keshavadasan, Diwan of the princely state of Travancore under Maharaja Raja Rama Varma, it is considered to be the oldest planned town in the region. This year Alappuzha, formerly known by its Anglicised name of Alleppey, celebrates its 250th anniversary. Yahoo! reader J MADHU RANTHAKAN presents a compilation of captivating images of this enchanting town.

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Yahoo Lifestyle Entertainment Photo by J MADHU RANTHAKAN Mon 18 Jun, 2012 2:30 PM IST

To enjoy the best experience of narrow canals, hire an environment-friendly, hand-pulled canoe, as none of the houseboats can enter the narrow canals. A journey to the hearts of the estuaries of Kerala is a memorable experience for any tourist. This, the land of swaying coconut trees, emerald waters and blue skies, is aptly named 'God's Own Country'.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER:
J MADHU RANTHAKAN is a software professional and a hobbyist photographer ... more
To enjoy the best experience of narrow canals, hire an environment-friendly, hand-pulled canoe, as none of the houseboats can enter the narrow canals. A journey to the hearts of the estuaries of Kerala is a memorable experience for any tourist. This, the land of swaying coconut trees, emerald waters and blue skies, is aptly named 'God's Own Country'.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER:
J MADHU RANTHAKAN is a software professional and a hobbyist photographer interested in sculptures and heritage temple architecture. He also loves photographing nature and children. He is a native of Pollachi in Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu. less

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