Alleppey is also known as Alappuzha (pronounced in Malayalam).It is a popular tourism spot in Kerala. Alleppey is known for its picturesque canals, backwaters, beaches and lagoons which are the main attraction for tourists worldwide. Kuttanad, is a place in Alleppey known as the rice bowl of Kerala stretch of paddy fields, canals and lush green coconut palms. You can enjoy the ride on house boats in Alleppey locally called "kettuvallam" are available on hire on a daily basis which charms the exquisite tourists coming there. You can enjoy the delicious food cooked on the house boats in the traditional Kuttanad style of Kerala state. Alleppey is the only district in Kerala without a forest, which is its unique distinction among other tourist’s places in Kerala.