Pulinkunnu is an island village nestled among Pampa Nadhi, backwaters, lakes, wetlands and canals.Pulincunnu is an island village in Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala.Pulincunnu is located in the Kuttanad taluk and region of Alappuzha District.The scenic beauty of the wide river ride through the Pampa river is the reason why this route is one of the most favoured by houseboats tourism operators in Kerala. It is part of the Kerala Backwaters, a network of lakes, wetlands, and canals. The famous Rajiv Gandhi Trophy boat race is held here during the months of October-November every year.The agriculture oriented village’s major produces are paddy and coconut.Pulinkunni is the venue of Rajiv Gandhi Trophy Boat Race during October/November every year. Picturesquely figured Pulinkunnu is craze of tourists and nature lovers. To net in the tourists a beautiful Resort named Maria Heritage Resort heads up on the banks of Pampa Nadhi.Kochi University College of Engineering and other educational institutions are sheltered in Pulinkunnu.The village has paid adequate attention for healthcare and culture.
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District: Alappuzha
Nearest City: Kuttanad taluk
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Nearest Railway Station:There are railways connected to Cochin and Thiruvananthapuram.
Nearest Airport:You can reach Alappuzha by air. The closest airport is at Cochin, 64 km. The Thiruvananthapuram Airport is 159 km away.
Road Transport:NH 47 passes through Alappuzha. Alappuzha is linked to MC Road by the Changanassery Road.
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QST and R block kayal These regions are famous for farming over reclaimed land from the backwaters.Arthunkal Arthunkal known for the St. Andrews Church established by Portuguese missionaries is near Sherthallai, 22 km north of Alappuzha.The feast of St. Sebastian is held here in every January.Ambalappuzha The Sri Krishna Temple at Ambalapuzha, 14 kms from Alleppey is among Kerala’s more famous ones boasting of the typical temple architectural style of the state. It is equally famed for its palpayasam – a sweet milk porridge offered to the diety. The temple’s main festival occurs in March/April. It was in this temple that the 16th century poet Kunjan Nambiar staged his first Ottan Thullal, a solo dance performance with high social content.Punnamada Lake Lake near alappuzha where the annual nehru trophy boat race is heldKarimadi This town is close to Ambalapuzha. There is a 9 th century black granite statue of Budha (called locally Karimadi Kuttan) which is of historical importanceKuttanad 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 bananas. Yams and cassava which accompany the rice bowl as “side dishes”. This is one of the places in the world where farming is done below sea level. Inland waterways which flow above land level is an amazing feature of this unique land.Pathiramanal (14 kilometers from Alappuzha) This little island on the backwaters is a favorite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. This island is accessible only by boat.Karumadikuttan Karumadikuttan situated 3km east of Ambalapuzha is the feted 11th century statue of Lord Buddha to which interesting legends are associated.Nehru Trophy Boat Race The most colourful water sport in Kerala, is conducted at PUNNAMADA LAKE in Alappuzha on the second saturday of every August. This prestigious cultural event of Kerala has been attracting people from all over the world. Nehru Trophy Boat Race is a festival for the people of Alleppey the main attraction of which is the sportive sprits among the participants of the race. This trophy named as NEHRU TROPHY was donated by the late Prime Minister of INDIA Jawaharlal Nehru to the winners of the first boat race which was an impromptu one conducted in 1952 in honour of Panditji who visited AlappuzhaHouseboat Cruises One of the chief attractions of Alappuzha is the houseboat cruises. You can glide through the azure backwaters and enjoy the dreamy, reposeful setting.Chavara Bhavan Ancestral home of the blessed Kurikose Elias ChavaraKrishnapuram Palace The Palace was built in the 18th century during the region of Marthanda Varma. The place display the typical Kerala style of architecture by water of its gable roofs, charmar windows and narrow corridors. There is a museum of antique sculptures, paintings and bronze articles in the palace. on the western end of the ground floor is a large mural called Gajendra moksha. The palace pool is also nearby. the palace is 47 km from Alleppey at Kayamkulam, on the way to Kollam. Kayamkulam is 41 km away from KollamEdathua church Dedicated to St.George established in 1810.Alappuzha beach The Alappuzha beach, with its beautiful garden on the shore, gives an exclusive sight. Imposing buildings of a colonial past overlooks the shore. The long pier which darts over to the sea is a rare sight. Dense Palm groves at one end and an ancient towering light house at the other end. Vijay Park and Sea view park are situated near the beach. Boating Facility is available in both Parks.Karumadi Famous for 9th or 10 century black granite idol of Lord Buddha known as Karumadikuttan.Krishnapuram Palace He 18th century Krishnapuram Palace built during the reign of the Travancore monarch, Marthanda Varma, is a double storied structure which displays typical characteristics of Kerala architecture-gabled roofs, dormar windows, narrow corridors. It houses one of the largest mural paintings in Kerala called the Gajendra Moksham. It measures14 feet by 11 feet and is at the western end of the ground floor, a walking distance from the Palace Pool. Inside is also a museum of antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes. Situated 47 kms from Alappuzha on the way to Kollam, Krishnapuram is easily accessible by bus from either town.Pandavan Parra The Pandavas of the Mahabarata are said to have stayed in a cave here.Light House This lighthouse was built in 1862 and was the first lighthouse raised on the western coast.Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple This temple is located near Harippad ,32 km south of Alappuzha. This age old shrine that is dedicated to serpent God Nagaraja is renowned throughout the world.Champakulam Church It is one of the ancient churches in Kerala and is believed to have established by St. Thomas. The annual banquet at this church falls on the 3rd Sunday of October and the feast of St. Joseph is observed on March 19th.
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City Tower Hotel Harippadu, Alappuzha-690514Alleppey Prince Hotel Alapuzha North, Alappuzha-688007Royal Indraprastha Hotel Thamarakkulam, Alappuzha-690530Royale Park Hotel Alapuzha Collectorate, Alappuzha-688001Kayaloram Lake Resort Punnamada,Alleppey3 Star Hotel Kayaloram Lake Resort, AlappuzhaKeraleeyam Home and Ayurvedic Resort P.O. Thathampally , Alappuzha , AlleppeySauver Nigam House Boat, Alappuzha Alleppey, , AlleppeyVijaya Hotel Alapuzha Ironbridge, Alappuzha-688011Hotel Raiban Alapuzha Hospital, Alappuzha-688001Arcadia Regency Hotel Alapuzha Collectorate, Alappuzha-688001Ayyans Hotel Anjipadam, Alappuzha-688005The Marari Beach, Alappuzha Mararikulam, , AlleppeyAlleppey Beach Resorts, Alappuzha Hotels Alleppey,AlleppeyRaheem Residency Alapuzha Bazar, Alappuzha-688012Ootuputa Hotel Alapuzha Bazar, Alappuzha-688012
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Police Station:Marrarikulam Police Station Alappuzha, Kerala, India 0478 2862391Pulincunnoo Police Station Alappuzha, Kerala, India 0477 2222222Nedumudy Police Station Alappuzha, Kerala, IndiaAmbalapuzha Police Station Ambalapulai, Alappuzha, Kerala, IndiaMuhamma Police Station Alappuzha, Kerala, IndiaChingavanam Police Station Kerala State, IndiaWest Police station Puimoodu junction NH 220,Kerala, IndiaEast police station Kerala, IndiaMavelikara Police Station Mavelikkara, Alappuzha, Kerala, IndiaThrikkunnapuzha Police Station Thattarambalam Thrikkunnapuzha Road, Alappuzha, Kerala, India
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