Alappuzha is one of the exotic backwater sites in the state of Kerala. This city of south India is situated close to the Arabian Sea and is interlocked by a number of canals and bridges. Alappuzha city is also famous for its Nehru Trophy boat race held every year. Alappuzha is not only known for its natural beauty but also its locally made coir products that are of a very superior quality.

The backwater cruises in the exotic houseboats of Alappuzha serve the best of the cuisines of the state of Kerala.The festivities of the Mullakal temple in Alappuzha city are highly recommended for the performance of some of India's finest temple musicians. Besides this, the locally made coir and carpets of coconut fibers in Alappuzha are great attraction among tourists these days. There are several places of tourist interest in and around Alappuzha.Punnamada Kayal is the must-visit place of Alappuzha where the annual Nehru Trophy boat race takes place. During the month of August-September, the backwaters become crowded with thousands of spectators and a large number of competitors come to participate in the famous Nehru Trophy boat race.

Krishnapuram Temple in south India is a two-storied building in Alappuzha, which displays the typical Keralan style of architecture. The largest mural painting, Gajendra Miksham, has been displayed in a museum here. Ambalapuzha Temple, where Lord Krishna is worshipped, is also an important place to visit in Alappuzha. Surrounded by thick-green forests, Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple of Alappuzha is a holy place where the king of serpents is worshiped. Number of devotees from all over India and abroad visit this place every year. The Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple of Alappuzha is believed to have miraculous powers and hence many people who visit Kerala take a tour to Alappuzha. Kottamkulangara Mahavishnu Temple and Devi Temple are the oldest temples of Alappuzha city and are sites worth visiting, especially during the time of festivals.

Kochi, the commercial and industrial capital, is situated on the west coast of south India in the beautiful state of Kerala.The state of Kerala, is one of the most prosperous states of south India, flanked by the Arabian Sea on the western side and the western ghats on the eastern side. Kochi city is the most important city in Kerala.It is the second most important city on the western coast of south India.

Kochi is known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea and the Queen of the Adriatic. It is also referred to as the Gateway of South India.

Kochi is the center for shipping and trade related transactions in the region. Its prime location on the west coast, its fine bay and protected harbor makes it popular with seafarers and merchant ships who make frequent stops to stock up on spices, coffee and wood for export to rich markets of Europe and West Asia. With time the city of south India has prospered as a busy port city and commercial center.

Malayalam, the youngest in the Dravidian family, is the official language of the State of Kerala. While English is widely used in business circles.

Kochi is palm-green commercial town of Kerala and the Kochi city consists of the mainland Ernakulam, which is one of the modern cities of south India where shopping market, bazaars etc are located. The Chinese fishing nets swaying in the breeze over backwaters, the Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Portuguese architecture, Boghatty Palace in Kochi enrich the heritage of Kerala.

The festivals like the Great Elephant Race, Onam, and Thrissur Pooram are celebrated all over Kerala, but Kochi is known for the Cochin Carnival, which is celebrated to trace the New Year celebrations.