Location : Alappuzha
beach, near Alappuzha town, south Kerala.

Referred
to as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has always enjoyed a unique place in
the maritime history of Kerala. Today, it is famous for its boat races,
backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Alappuzha
beach is a popular picnic spot. The pier, which extends into the sea here,
is over 137 years old. Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach Park add
to the attraction of the beach. There is also an old lighthouse nearby which
is greatly fascinating to visitors.
Facilities at the Vijaya Beach
Park: Boating, a children's park with toy train and bicycles.Timings: Open
from 1500 - 2000 hours. Entrance fee: Rs. 2 per person; Free entrance for
children below 5 years. Boating charge: Rs. 10 for ten minutes. Video
permit: Rs. 25; Camera permit: Rs. 5.
Getting
there : Nearest railway station :
Alappuzha, about 5 km from the beach.
Nearest
airport : Cochin International Airport, about 85 km from
Alappuzha town.