Pulinkunnu Island

About Pulinkunnu Island

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.

Nearest Visiting places

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 held

Karimadi
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 importance

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 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 Alappuzha

Houseboat 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 Chavara

Krishnapuram 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 Kollam

Edathua 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.

Nearest Petrol Pump

Petrol Bunk
NH 220,Kottayam, Kerala, India

Petrol Bunk
Kottayam, Kerala, India

Petrol Bunk
Shastri Road, Kerala, India

Petrol Bunk
SH 1, Kottayam, , Kerala, India

Petrol Bunk
NH 220,Kerala, India

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SH 9,Kerala, India

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation

City Tower Hotel
Harippadu, Alappuzha-690514

Alleppey Prince Hotel
Alapuzha North, Alappuzha-688007

Royal Indraprastha Hotel
Thamarakkulam, Alappuzha-690530

Royale Park Hotel
Alapuzha Collectorate, Alappuzha-688001

Kayaloram Lake Resort
Punnamada,Alleppey3 Star Hotel Kayaloram Lake Resort, Alappuzha

Keraleeyam Home and Ayurvedic Resort
P.O. Thathampally , Alappuzha , Alleppey

Sauver Nigam House Boat, Alappuzha
Alleppey, , Alleppey

Vijaya Hotel
Alapuzha Ironbridge, Alappuzha-688011

Hotel Raiban
Alapuzha Hospital, Alappuzha-688001

Arcadia Regency Hotel
Alapuzha Collectorate, Alappuzha-688001

Ayyans Hotel
Anjipadam, Alappuzha-688005

The Marari Beach, Alappuzha
Mararikulam, , Alleppey

Alleppey Beach Resorts, Alappuzha Hotels
Alleppey,Alleppey

Raheem Residency
Alapuzha Bazar, Alappuzha-688012

Ootuputa Hotel
Alapuzha Bazar, Alappuzha-688012

Help Line/Phone Number

Police Station:

Marrarikulam Police Station
Alappuzha, Kerala, India 0478 2862391

Pulincunnoo Police Station
Alappuzha, Kerala, India 0477 2222222

Nedumudy Police Station
Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Ambalapuzha Police Station
Ambalapulai, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Muhamma Police Station
Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Chingavanam Police Station
Kerala State, India

West Police station
Puimoodu junction NH 220,Kerala, India

East police station
Kerala, India

Mavelikara Police Station
Mavelikkara, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Thrikkunnapuzha Police Station
Thattarambalam Thrikkunnapuzha Road, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Nearest Hospital:

Nairs Hospital
Nairs Hospital, N H Bypass, Ernakulam, Kerala 682304, India0484 2302666

Hail Mary Hospital
Near Perumpilly Church, Mulanthuruthy, Ernakulam, Kerala 680314, India0484 2740315

Ranjini Eye Hospital
Near Powerhouse, Vyttila, Kochi, Cochin, Kerala 682019, India0484 2301922

Central Research Institute For Homeopathy
Chethipuzha Kurichy Road, Kottayam, Kerala, India

Specialist Hospital
K C M Mather Road, Ernakulam, Ernakulam, Kerala, India0484 2395952

Vijaya Insitute Of Medical Sciences
Kamadhenu Apartments, KadavanthraKaloor Road, Kadavanthara, Kochi, Kerala 682020, India0484 2205261

Chaithanya Eye Hospital
Near Sree Krishna Temple, Ravipuram Road, Ernakulam, Kerala 680016, India0484 2357135

Al Shifa Super Speciality Hospital For Piles
Near Ksrtc, Rajaji Road, Ernakulam, Kerala 680035, India0484 2363777

Ernakulam Medical Centre
Nh Palarivattom, Palarivattom, Ernakulam, Kerala 680025, India0484 2807102

Location info

• Address:

• District: Alappuzha

• Nearest City: Kuttanad taluk

• Best time to visit:

How to reach Pulinkunnu Island

• 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.

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi all provide coverage across Kerala. 4G is reliable in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and along the coastal belt. Coverage may be weaker in remote sections of the Western Ghats, deep forest reserves, and certain backwater stretches. Most hotels, houseboats, and cafes in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

Food & restaurants nearby

Food options are available in the nearest town. Kerala cuisine — fish curry, appam with stew, puttu, and Kerala sadhya — is widely available and famously delicious.

Climate & weather

Kerala has a tropical monsoon climate with warm, humid conditions year-round. The best time to visit is November to February, when temperatures are a pleasant 22°C–30°C with low humidity and clear skies. March–May is hot and humid (up to 36°C). The southwest monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rainfall — the landscape transforms into lush green and this is the best time for Ayurvedic treatments. The northeast monsoon (October–November) brings shorter showers. Hill stations (Munnar, Wayanad) remain cooler year-round.

Accessibility

Accessibility information is not currently available for this site. Contact the venue directly or check with your accommodation for the latest accessibility details.

Rules & restrictions

Standard visitor rules apply. Check locally for any specific restrictions at this site.

Best photography spots

The best photography spots are typically during the golden hours (early morning and late afternoon). Scout the location first to identify the best angles, and consider the direction of light at different times of day.