Kuttanad

About - Kuttanad formed by the combination of districts of both Alleppey and Kottayam is the lush area of Kuttanad. It is renowned across the state and the nation for its enormous agricultural fields of paddy. Known for its wonderful specifications more than one is this spectacular site of Kuttanad which is one among the best places to visit in Kerala and a must-visit place in Alleppey.

Major Attractions

1. Rice Bowl of India
Vembanad lake area along with the general area are the prominent sites growing paddy. Unlike other agricultural lands of the country, the site of the rice bowl of India allows crops to be grown thrice a year which makes it a major farming site of the nation.

2. The Route
The best part about the site is its way through the mesmerizing village area leading you towards the famous Changanassery. The raw villages at their traditional authentic best. So if you wish to explore the lush state of Kerala from within, do visit the lovely site of Kuttanad.

3. Lowest Altitude
The wonderful site of Kuttanad is one among the rare places across the world which are known for its distinctive farming methods which are done below the sea level. The farming here is done precisely four to ten feet below the level. The farming practices of the spectacular area proudly boast of being a significant part of the reputed Globally (G) Important (I) Agricultural (A) Heritage (H) Systems (S) as recognized by the FAO.

4. Thottappilli Spillway
It is among the most effective flood management programs developed in India (1959). Kuttanad is known for this wonderful program developed and well followed here because of which it is known across the globe. It helps in saving the paddy fields from the uncontrolled waters of Achankovil, Pamba and the huge Manimalayar.

5. Rivers
The magnificent site is home to four sparkling rivers named the Achankovil, Pamba, Manimala and Meenachil while three others flow through it namely Moovattupuzha, Periyar and Chalackudy.
The spectacular site is famous across the globe for the exciting Vallamkalli snake boat race in the backwaters of Punnamada.

All these wonderful specifications make it one of the best places to visit in Alleppey and must include in Alleppey tour packages.