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Top Scenic Places to See in Alleppey That You Can’t Miss

Alleppey, known as the Venice of the East, is a beautiful place full of nature and peace. It is famous for its calm backwaters, sandy beaches, and houseboats that sail through canals lined with coconut trees. This town in Kerala is a great place for all travelers.

Whether you love nature, enjoy history, or just want to relax, Alleppey has something for you. In this guide, we will show you the best places to visit. Get ready to see beautiful views, relax by the water, and experience the unique beauty of Alleppey.

If you are looking for a homestay, Kuttanad Kayak Club is the best Homestay in Alappuzha, Kerala offering a unique stay surrounded by the tranquil backwaters of Kuttanad. It’s perfect for travelers seeking adventure and peace, with cozy rooms, delicious local food, and exciting kayaking experiences.

Famous for its backwaters, lush greenery, and houseboat experiences, it’s a dream destination for nature lovers. Here’s a list of must-visit places in Alleppey:

Explore the Backwaters

The Alleppey backwaters are a calm and beautiful network of lakes, canals, and lagoons surrounded by green trees and small villages. It is famous for houseboat cruises, where you can float past palm trees, rice fields, and colorful birds. It’s a perfect place to relax and experience the simple life of Kerala’s villages.

Relax at the Alleppey Beach

Alleppey Beach is a great place for adventure lovers and one of the best beaches in South India. It has soft golden sand, gentle waves, and beautiful sunsets. The beach is where lagoons, rivers, and backwaters meet, making it a special and scenic spot. Visitors can enjoy swimming, beach volleyball, and even camel rides. Alleppey Beach is a wonderful place to visit with its calm and natural beauty.

Kuttanad                        

Kuttanad, known as the Rice Bowl of Kerala, is in the backwaters of Alappuzha district. It is filled with green paddy fields and is surrounded by the Pampa, Meenachil, Achankovil, and Manimala rivers. The Alappuzha–Changanassery road runs through Kuttanad and offers beautiful views of the area. Farming is the main job here, and rice is the main crop. The canals are lined with coconut trees that sway gently in the breeze, adding to the beauty of the place. Kuttanad is the must-try viewpoint for seeking the best place in Alleppey.

Edathua Church

This famous church is known for its big feast in May and welcomes both Christian and non-Christian visitors. It is near low-lying farmlands with beautiful paddy fields and rivers. The area has small mud paths that look like streets in a big city. A large shrine in Edathua nearby has a design like old European churches.

The church was built in the 1st century AD and is believed to be founded by St. Thomas, a disciple of Jesus. The annual feast starts in April and ends in May.

Marari Beach

Marari Beach is a peaceful destination near a charming village, offering a perfect escape for those looking to unwind. Known for its golden sands and clear waters, it’s ideal for watching stunning sunrises and sunsets. Rated as one of the world’s top five hammock beaches by National Geographic, it attracts visitors from around the globe. Marari Beach offers a chance to experience Kerala’s rich culture and slow-paced village life, making it a must-visit spot for a relaxing getaway.

When you are planning to visit any of these above places, connect with our Budget Homestay in Alleppey because here we offer cozy accommodations with warm hospitality at affordable rates, making it ideal for travelers seeking an authentic local experience.

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The revered Chakkulathukavu Temple invites everyone to celebrate the great Goddess Durga. Situated close to Alappuzha, Kerala, this 3,000-year-old site of worship has the Pamba and Manimala rivers running alongside it. Held in November/December, Chakkulathukavu Pongala is the temple's most popular celebration. Thousands of women come together to create and present a delicious dish known as "Pongala Nivedyam" to the Goddess during this momentous occasion. Devotees treasure this delectable delicacy, which is created of rice porridge, coconut, and molasses.for pooja booking please click on the link below

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4 Tourist Places in Thiruvalla for a relaxed weekend in Kerala

Thiruvalla is situated within the Pathanamthitta District of Kerala. The temple city lies on the banks of the Manimala River and is a picturesque place. The metropolis is a known area within the South however is an undiscovered territory in other parts of the United States of America. The visitor locations in Thiruvalla are restricted to non-secular shrines, and those on a spiritual sojourn can head right here to experience serenity. The church and the temples right here can all be visited in the afternoon. Therefore, a one-day getaway is enough to cover the nonsecular websites of Thiruvalla. Kerala beckons: Wander through the aromatic spice plantations of Thekkady, lounge on the golden sands of Marari Beach, and marvel at the architectural marvels of Thrissur, capturing the essence of paradise in every moment best places in Kerala.

4 Tourist Places In Thiruvalla

Thiruvalla, the old-fashioned city of Kerala, is famous in the South among the devotees for its religious spots. Here is a list of the satisfactory tourist locations in Thiruvalla:

1. Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple

Nestled amidst a small hilltop, Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple reveals Pallava-style architecture. Built-in the eighth century, the temple is likewise known as Thrikkaviyoor Mahadeva Temple. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, devotees come to the temple to worship the 3 toes excessive Shivalinga, that have been carved out of a rock and enshrined in a square cave and Goddess Parvati. Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple is one of the top spiritual traveler locations in Thiruvalla that one has to not bypass. The event of Hanuman Jayanti and the temple festival at some stage in December and January is the time when excessive footfall of devotees can be seen in Kaviyoor.

2. Paliakkara Church

Paliakkara Church, also called St. George Orthodox Church, is one of the oldest churches and one of the nice places to visit in Thiruvalla. The church reveals the structure of the medieval period, together with the mural artwork on the Eastern wall. Another precise feature of the church is that it is easy to spot small statues of tigers and elephants on both sides of big timber logs on the roof. Sri Vallabha Temple is in proximity to the church and it is easy to see the convergence of both Hinduism and Christianity in terms of the fairs celebrated, particularly the ten-day festival celebrated in April and May, on the temple and the church.

3. Sri Vallabha Temple

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Sri Vallabha Temple is a crucial pilgrimage website for Vaishnavites. One among a total of 108 Vaishnava temples in India, the temple is built in a Kerala-style structure. The 50-foot flagpost of the temple is carved out of an unmarried rock of granite with a 3 ft Garuda (the automobile of Lord Vishnu) on the pinnacle. Apart from Lord Vishnu, there is a shrine of Lord Sudarsana on the premises. The daily ritual of the temple includes Kathakali performance in the evenings as an imparting to the deity, after the pooja is concluded. The most important pageant celebrated inside the temple is Utharaseeveli, in which a Kettukazha procession takes location. Explore Kerala's iconic treasures: Navigate the labyrinthine backwaters of Alleppey, ascend the misty peaks of Munnar, and soak in the cultural vibrance of Kochi, each spot a testament to the state's unparalleled beauty and heritage famous tourist spots in Kerala.

4. Chakkulathu Kavu Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Bhagvathy, also known as Chakkulathamma, a mom who answers the calls of her devotees, Chakkulathu Kavu Temple is stated to be more than 3000 years old. The temple is nestled between River Pamba and River Manimala, which glide on either side of the temple. Pongala is a prime festival celebrated inside the temple throughout the month of Vrischikam (November/December), all through which the devotees gather in huge numbers. Women devotees convey coconut, jaggery, and rice with round earthen pots for cooking. The Chief Priest then lights the divine hearth in the sanctum so that the women can prepare dinner. As the temple is placed among rivers, boat racing may be visible right here often.

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Kerala Rain LATEST: IMD issues ‘Red Alert’ in six districts; Four killed in landslides; 10 missing in Kottayam

Pathanamthitta and Kottayam are the districts most hit by the torrential rain. (Twitter/ANI) Several regions in south and central Kerala went under water as heavy rainfall lashed the state. As visuals of rivers in spate amid the torrential downpour hit social media, the India Meteorological Department issued a ‘red alert’ and warned of extremely heavy rainfall in five districts. Four killed in…

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How to Steal a River

By Rollo Romig, NY Times magazine, March 1, 2017

Several years ago, I took a journey with my wife and baby daughter to my mother-in-law’s childhood home, a forest village in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. As any Keralite will tell you, Kerala is the lushest, most watery corner of India, a skinny coastal strip where hundreds of tributaries merge into broad, winding rivers before finally flowing into the Arabian Sea. My mother-in-law’s village is named Manimala, for the river that provides its reason for being.

My wife spent her childhood summers in Manimala, and all her stories seemed to center on the river: the old stone steps that villagers descended to board a ferry or take a bath; the neighbors fishing or washing elephants; the flotillas of flowers that drifted downstream after monsoon gales. I’d been cultivating a fantasy that our own daughter would spend her summers on these banks. But when we arrived in Manimala, I was shocked: The great river had become a trickle. In a few places it had pooled into puddles big enough for people to wash their clothes. Otherwise it was barren, the stone steps now leading to a gouged-out ravine of pale boulders baking in the sun.

“What happened to the river?” I asked.

“Sand mafia,” my wife’s cousin Thambichan answered.

The Manimala, Thambichan explained, once had a sandy riverbed that in some places was 30 feet deep. The sand acted as an aquifer, regulating the river’s flow. But sand is also a crucial ingredient in concrete, and India is urbanizing at a speed and scale virtually unmatched by any country in history. Apartment towers, highways, bridges, skyscrapers, metros, dams: Each of them swallows unimaginable helpings of sand. It could line the rivers, or it could form the cities that were rising everywhere alongside them, but it could not do both at once.

“No one listened when we warned of the dangers of sand mining,” my wife’s uncle Shaji told me. With nearly all the sand removed from the river, the water table had dropped for miles around. When the monsoons came, the water whooshed away as quickly as the rain fell. The ordinary wells ran dry, so people drilled tube wells deep into the earth; now some of those were running dry, too. The local rice paddies were long gone. Along the river’s route, several major bridges faced collapse, because the loss of sand had weakened their foundations.

When Indians use the term “sand mafia,” they’re talking about the whole range of people who profit from illegal sand mining: the local laborers; the budding capitalists who own the trucks and earthmovers; the genuine mobsters who, in some places, organize the miners and offer extra muscle; the suppliers who act as middlemen between the mafias and the real estate developers; the police and officials who take bribes from any or all of the above. And the politicians--sometimes, it’s rumored, even chief ministers of major states--who take their cut and maybe even run sand-mining operations of their own. The McKinsey Global Institute calculated that the hundreds of millions of Indians migrating from villages to cities require up to a billion square yards of new real estate development annually. Current construction, according to one estimate, already draws more than 800 million tons of sand every year, mostly from India’s waterways. Though no reliable numbers are available, all the people I spoke to in India assumed that much of it is taken illegally.

As I came to know Manimala, it became clear that the river had mostly been mined by the villagers themselves. You could see the evidence in many of the new houses nestled among the rubber trees and coconut palms. Some were made of concrete, large and sprawling and brightly colored: pink, neon yellow, fire-engine red. A few had heaps of sand out front to be used for concrete or plastering for new wings and other renovations.

One evening, I sat with Saji P. Thomas, a slender, energetic former sand miner with a small mustache, in front of his new house. He told me he started sand mining around 2002, to raise money for a new business. (He now runs a small cosmetics factory.) It was possible then to mine sand legally, but Thomas, like many others, didn’t bother with hard-to-obtain permits at first; he mined only at night to evade the police. They worked in groups of four or more, he said. Some would pilot the rowboat and the others would dive as deep as 15 feet to fill their baskets with sand.

At the river’s edge, another team would load the sand into a truck. Sometimes, Thomas said, the truck driver would get a call that the police were on their way, and they’d scramble to finish loading the truck and flee; any bribes the authorities might demand could cut deep into their margins. “There are policemen who have built beautiful houses thanks to sand mining,” he said. His previous job, at a bank, paid 400 rupees a day, roughly $5. A good night’s work mining sand earned him 2,000 rupees. So Thomas kept at it. “To distract myself, I’d fantasize that I was a businessman in a nice car.”

The work did sound terribly dangerous. But the most striking detail in Thomas’s story was not about the mining itself, but about the attitude of his neighbors who lived at the river’s edge. Back when there was plenty of sand, trucks came day and night to load up at the river. But to get access they usually had to cut across the property of the town’s riverfront homeowners, most of whom would collect a toll of 150 rupees from each truck that passed. Now that sand mining has wiped out the groundwater, those same homeowners have to hire different trucks--tankers--to bring them drinking water, at more than 1,200 rupees a trip. The sand was gone, and gone with it were the river, the groundwater and even the tolls.

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BACK WATER RIPPLES OF KERALA

The Kerala backwaters are a network of brackish lagoons and lakes along to the Arabian Sea coast of Kerala state in southern India (also known as the Malabar Coast), as well as interconnecting canals, rivers, and inlets. The system is labyrinthine and has likened to American bayous. The network consists of five sizable lakes connected by both man-made and natural canals, fed by 38 rivers, and covering over half of Kerala state. The numerous rivers that flowed down from the Western Ghats range created low barrier islands across their mouths, which in turn formed the backwaters. There are several villages and localities scattered across this environment that act as the embarkation and disembarkation places for backwater cruises. In Kerala, there are 34 backwaters. Out of it, 27 situated either parallel to or closer to the Arabian Sea. Inland navigation routes make up the remaining 7.Due to the interaction of freshwater from the rivers and seawater from the Arabian Sea, the backwaters have a special environment. Near Thanneermukkom, a barrage has constructed to protect saline water from the sea from penetrating the interior, preserving the fresh water. This clean water frequently used for irrigation. The backwaters are home to a wide variety of unusual aquatic creatures, including turtles, otters, and mudskippers, as well as terns, kingfishers, darters, and other water birds. Alongside the backwaters, a variety of leafy plants and bushes, palm trees, and pandanus shrubs flourish, giving the area a lush green appearance.The 205 km (127 mi) National Waterway 3 from Kollam to Kottapuram runs nearly parallel to southern Kerala’s coastline, facilitating both cargo movement and backwater tourism. The largest lake, Vembanad, has an area of 2,033 square kilometres (785 sq mi). The Kuttanad region traversed by the lake’s extensive network of canals. Valapattanam is 110 kilometres (68 miles) long, Chaliyar is 169 kilometres (105 miles), Kadalundipuzha is 130 kilometres (81 miles), Bharathappuzha is 209 kilometres (130 miles), Chalakudy is 130 kilometres (81 miles), Periyar is 244 kilometres (152 miles), Pamba is 176 kilometres (109 miles), Achankovil is 128 kilometres (80 miles), Meenachil is 75 kilometres (47 miles), and Kalla (75 mi).The 205 km (127 mi) National Waterway 3 from Kollam to Kottapuram runs nearly parallel to southern Kerala’s coastline, facilitating both cargo movement and backwater tourism. The largest lake, Vembanad, has an area of 2,033 square kilometres (785 sq mi).

One of the main tourist attractions in Kerala are the kettuvallams, or Kerala houseboats, in the backwaters. The backwaters travelled by almost 2000 kettuvallams. The tourist houseboats divided into platinum, gold, and silver categories by the Keralan government.

The rice grown in the lush fields next to the backwaters historically transported using the kettuvallams as grain barges. 100 feet (30 metres) long wooden hulls covered with a thatched covering to provide protection from the weather. The royal family once lived aboard the boats for a period of time. The houseboats have transformed into floating cottages with a sleeping area, western-style bathrooms, an eating area, and a sit-out on the deck in order to welcome tourists. The majority of visitors stay the night on a houseboat.The once-sleepy Ashtamudi Lake has transformed into a bustling tourist destination with opulent resorts lining the lake and its backwaters.In the Indian state of Kerala, the region known as Kuttanadu includes the districts of Alappuzha and Kottayam. It noted for its sizable rice fields and unique geological features. The area one of the few in the world where farming practised between 1.2 and 3.0 metres (4 to 10 feet) below sea level and the lowest altitude in all of India. The Pamba, Meenachil, Achankovil, and Manimala are four of Kerala’s major rivers that enter the area. The state’s top rice grower and a significant location in South India’s ancient history is Kuttanadu. It renowned for its boat races as well.Travelers like Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo praised Kollam (formerly known as Quilon), one of the major commerce hubs of the ancient world. It is also where the backwater waterways begin. About 30% of Kollam covered by the Ashtamudi Kayal, also referred to as the entrance to the backwaters. [6] Kollam city is 28.5 kilometres away from Sasthamcotta Kayal, a sizable freshwater lake.

It is one of Kerala’s freshwater lakes. It situated in Thiruvananthapuram, which serves as the administrative centre for Kerala. The Kovalam beach is closer by.

The state capital of Thiruvananthapuram is around 6 kilometres away from the Thiruvallam backwaters. Thiruvallam, a tourist destination known for its canoe trips, is gaining popularity. At Thiruvallam, the Killi and the Karamana rivers converge. The Veli Lagoon, which is close to Thiruvallam, has a waterfront park, a floating bridge, and amenities for participating in water sports. Another well-liked tourist destination close to Thiruvallam is the Akkulam Boat Club, which provides boating excursions on Akkulam Lake and a kids’ park.Pookode Lake, one of the state’s freshwater lakes, is located in Wayanad. It is also one of Kerala’s seven inland waterways for navigation. The Pookode lake is the source of Panamaram, a torrent that eventually feeds the Kabani River. It has a maximum depth of 6.5 metres and covers an area of 8.5 hectares.In the district of Kannur, tucked away close to Payyannur, is the breathtakingly picturesque backwater getaway of Kavvayi. The largest wetland in north Kerala formed by the Kavvayi Backwaters. The Kavvayi River, along with its five tributaries (Kankol, Vannathichal, Kuppithodu, and Kuniyan), forms the Kavvayi Kayal. The ideal approach to take in the captivating greenery of the surroundings to take a leisurely boat trip in these waterways, which adorned with numerous little islands.Kasargod, a backwater resort in northern Kerala, bordered by the sea to the west, the Western Ghats to the north and east, and noted for its rice farming, coir manufacturing, and beautiful environment. Near Kavvayi Backwater, there are two cruise options: Chandragiri and Valiyaparamba. The old Chandragiri fort is accessible from Chandragiri, which is located 4 km southeast of Kasargod town. A beautiful backwater area can found close to Kasargod. Near Kasargod, there are four rivers that enter the backwaters; along these backwater stretches, there numerous small islands where birds can sighted.Backwaters in Kozhikode, popularly known as Calicut, remain virtually untouched by throngs of tourists. Boaters and cruisers frequently visit Elathur, the Canoly Canal, and the Kallayi River. The Korapuzha Jalotsavam held in this well-liked water sports destination.

Backwaters like Biyyam, Manoor, Veliyankode, and Kodinhi can found in Malappuram’s coastline region. The largest of them is the Biyyam backwater, which is located south of the Bharathappuzha river, which is also Kerala’s second-longest river. Near Puthuponnani Promontary, the Biyyam Backwater and Conolly Canal combine to empty into the Arabian Sea.

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Cyclone Tauktae: Severe flood predicted in Kerala, Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Tauktae: Severe flood predicted in Kerala, Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Tauktae: The Central Water Commission has issued an ‘orange bulletin’ for Kerala and Tamil Nadu, saying severe flood is expected due to cyclonic storm, Tauktae. In a tweet, the commission said water levels were likely to reach ‘danger’ and highest flood levels in both the coastal states. News agency ANI reported that as of 8 am this morning, rivers Manimala, Achankovil in Kerala and…

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Best Kuttanad tourist places to visit

Best Kuttanad tourist places to visit

About Kuttanad tourist places

Kuttanad is a place that covers the region of Kottayam and Alappuzha district in Kerala, the Indian state that is famous for geographical peculiarities and paddy fields. The place holds the lowest altitude within all over India. The main occupation is farming that is done a few feet below sea level. Kuttanad is basically known for growing highest amount of rice in the state. The four major rivers of Kerala that is Meenachil, Pamba, Manimala and Achankovil flow into this place. The popular activity done is boat race in Punnamada Backwaters, which is known as Vallam Kali in Malayalam. The region of Kuttanad has been divided into three categories, Lower, Upper and North Kuttanad. Among these three regions the upper Kuttanad comprises of highest number of cities and villages. However people find all the three regions interesting for visiting. Kuttanad is located among the largest lake in Kerala, the Vembanad Lake which is beatified by leaning palm trees.  The place is still untouched by crowd and is away from the busy life of the modern people. The serene backwaters and the view of the Kavanar River make up most of the region. All required information is provided below on Kuttanad tourist places.

Tourist places in Kuttanad

Backwaters

The fresh water lakes and the backwaters are the most explored places by the tourist from all over the country. Hundreds of houseboats are seen moving on the slow rivers, and still waters of the lakes are complimented with the life of the people living along the shore which is something that differs from any other state of the country. Houseboat cruise The interior of the boat is no less alluring than the exterior view. The chefs wear numbers of feathers on their head to make a difference and the food they offer are just delicious with dishes that comprises varieties of fish. The drink they offer is known as toddy that goes well with the delicious Karimeen (made curry or fries) which is a fish species with pearl like spots on their body. Tapioca is another favourite dish of the region. Toddy is an awarded drink which is named as “State drink”. The combination of coconut grating, chilly and salt is known as Chammanthi that is used on various dishes to increase the flavour. So it is recommended to stay in houseboat for at least one time and you should never miss. Karumadi Kuttan

This place is of historical importance that hosts an Idol of Buddha, which is well known for its historical value telling the story of Bygone Buddhist Era. Chavara Bhawan

It is a place located at a distance of about 56 kilometers from Kuttanad. This is a religious place and also a resort. It houses an original light beacon that has been preserved since 250 years. Being a holy shrine, lots of devotees gather here to pray. This is only place where the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara was born. Bhagavathi temple This is a famous temple situated at a distance of 22 kms from Kuttanad. It is an ancient temple which is 3000 years old as believed. The deity worshiped here is mother Goddess who is known to be powerful and a part of Lord Shiva.

How to reach Kuttanad

The nearby railway stations are Alappuzha and Changanacherry. The nearby airport is Cochin International Airport and you can also get there from Thiruvanthapuram Airport which is 150 kilometres towards south. You can also reach by boat from station. The boat services are frequently available along the route Alappuzha- Edathua- Ambalappuzha. Other than these buses and cars are available from Alappuzha.

Ideal time for visiting Kuttanad tourist places

Summers in Kottayam are hot, with much humidity in the air making your journey uncomfortable. So the best time to visit there is the time between the months of October to March. The things that boost the beauty of Kuttanad tourist places are the cultural heritage and the emerald backwaters. Kuttanad is also known as the rice bowl of the state and comes within the district of Alappuzha. Being the lowest region in the country, tourists find this place an incredible spot to explore due to its lust beauty and home to Kerala backwaters. Read the full article

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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LAKE VEMBANAD THAT YOU DIDN’T KNOW

This beauty is the longest lake in India and stretches over an area of 200 sq km. There is only a narrow reef that separates the lake from the Arabian Sea. The lake has its source in four rivers, Meenachil, Achankoil, Pampa and Manimala. It is the largest wetland system in India spanning over 2000 sq km. It also has a 1252 m long saltwater barrier.

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Heavy rain lashes eastern parts of Kottayam district; water level rises in Meenachil, Manimala rivers

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A section of the KK Road on the Kottayam-Kumily Road that was washed away.

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Heavy rains continued to lash Kottayam district on August 7. The eastern part of the district is receiving heavy rainfall. The water level in Meenachil and Manimala is rising. The river has inundated its banks and is flowing the road in Erattupetta.

Following the rise in water level in Manimala river, the…

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Ettumanoor, Koodalloor, Kidangoor Monsoon View in 2020

Kottayam district continues to receive heavy rains. The eastern part of the district is also receiving heavy rainfall. The water level in Meenachilal and Manimalayam is rising. It flows along the Meenachillar Road in Erattupetta. If the heavy rains continue, the Meenachillar river is likely to overflow and flood the city of Pala. Torrential rains lashing Kottayam district since Thursday has severely impacted normal life there as water levels in major rivers including Meenachil, Manimala, and Pampa have been on the rise. Due to water level rise in Meenachil, District Collector M Anjana visited Pala town, that is facing threat of inundation, to take stock of the situation.

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Kerala Floods: 2.23 lakh homeless, 324 dead, massive rescue operation under way

Kerala Floods: 2.23 lakh homeless, 324 dead, massive rescue operation under way

Rescue workers search for bodies of missing persons after a landslide, triggered by heavy rains and floods, at Nenmara in Palakkad on Friday (PTI)

At least 2.23 lakh people have been rendered homeless in Kerala because of floods and landslides following continuous heavy rains for days. While swollen Periyar, Pampa, Manimala and Achankovil rivers have caused floods, incidents of landslides…