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Kerala is one of the greenest stretches of land in the world
situated in the South Western tip of India in Asia. Kerala can
boast of bright and sunny weather and refreshing rain. Alappuzha
(Alleppey) is the gateway to the famed backwaters of Kerala,
one of the largest and most picturesque water lagoons in the
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Alappuzha (Alleppey) is 1½ hours drive
by road from Cochin Airport or 3 hours from Trivandrum International
Airport. A 15 minute boat-cruise from Alappuzha (Alleppey) boat-jetty
takes you to Keraleeyam.
Keraleeyam is a Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort, located
at a breathtakingly beautiful spot facing the backwaters. Keraleeyam
is housed in a traditional, tiled Kerala home built 70 years
back. The environment is green, healthy with dense vegetation
making the air Oxygen rich. The calm and quiet atmosphere at
Keraleeyam is ideal place to unwind, rest and relax.
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ACCOMODATION
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Heritage style air conditioned rooms, with traditional ambience
in décor and interiors. Modern private amenities are
attached. Cots, tables and chairs are handcrafted in traditional
style.
Heritage style air conditioned rooms with modern private facilities
attached. The facility has a panoramic backwater frontage. Interiors
reflect ambience of traditional Kerala homes. Cots, Tables and
Chairs are handcrafted in traditional style. The gentle refreshing
breeze, flowing from the backwaters make your stay at Keraleeyam
a heavenly experience.
A "Kalithattu" or open air theatre in-front of Keraleeyam,
periodically stages folk art-forms. The property is so exclusive
that it accommodates only 11 people at a time. The environment
is green, healthy and unblemished by pollution or other evils
of modernization. Our villages with its traditional tiled houses,
temples, canals, simple and friendly people offer a unique experience
to the visitor. Keraleeyam is the right place to unwind, in
peace and harmony with nature.
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FOOD
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Traditional Kerala cuisine of rice and spicy
curries, are served on plantain leaves, 'Puttu' (or steamed
rice-cake with coconut gratings prepared in bamboo shell ) etc.
are served in traditional style. Choice of selected of Continental
and Chinese cuisine is also offered.
Keraleeyam serves traditional Kerala food in befitting style.
Dining is furnished in traditional ambience. Food served in
Plantain leaves is an experience you can have nowhere else.
Kerala rice and spicy curries offer a mouth watering delicacy.
Vegetarian and non- vegetarian menu options are available. Limited
choice of Chinese and Continental cuisine is also available.
Fresh water fishes like "Karimeen" (Pearl spot), Tiger
Prawn and Lobster add variety to the menu. Traditional breakfast
of "Puttu" (steamed rice cake with grated coconut
prepared in bamboo shells) Kadala and Pappadam offers a lingering
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Ayurvedic Massages
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| Ayurvedic Massage is trusted for over 3000
years as safe and effective. Ayurvedic Rejuvenation massage
recharges the body, rejuvenates totally, builds up resistance
to diseases, recoups youthful vitality and improves complexion
in a natural manner. Medicines used in Ayurvedic Massage are
prepared in our own 60 year old factory. |
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| Entertainments galore are offered at Keraleeyam.
Cruising in the picturesque backwaters, staying in house boats,
riding an Indian Elephant, watching traditional art-forms, angling,
listening to fortune-tellers , canoeing, village tours etc.
keep the visitors entertained and engaged. Seasonal festivities
like Onam and temple-utsavs (festivals) entertain visitors if
their visit falls in the right season of the year. |
amidst lively
villages is an unforgettable experience. Lazing around in
a houseboat eases nerves like nothing else.
Try "Yoga" by the backwaters for relaxation. Kathakali,
ancient form of Kerala tells a whole story by hand and facial
gestures.
Ride an Indian Elephant feel like a King. Watch precision
acrobatics of "Kalaripayattu" traditional martial
art form of Kerala. Dress up like a Kerala Bride and Groom
for a photo session. Listen to the fortune tellers and foresee
your future. Visit a temple and experience divine peace. Go
angling and get a prized catch.
Seasonal specialties : If you are lucky to land up at the
right season of the year you may witness a temple festival.
Caparisoned elephants, vadyamelam ( traditional orchestra
) and fireworks create a magical festive aura.
Snake Boat race : Snake boats, long sleek country boats paddled
by a 100 oarsmen, glide over the backwaters in close, tight
competition during snake boat races.
Onam : Festival of flowers, colour, fun and frolic. Onam is
the best known festivity of Kerala attracting visitors world
wide. During Onam the people, flora and fauna of Kerala join
together in celebration. Unique art, dance and sport forms
like Thiruvathira Kali (Women's group dance) Kaduvakali (Dances
painted with tiger stripes) and
Snake Boat Race add gaiety to Onam.
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3000 Years Old Ayurvedic Massage
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Ayurvedic Massage is trusted
for over 3000 years as a safe and effective method to attain
total rejuvenation and relief from chronic aches and pains.
Ayurvedic Massage recharges the body, reactivates the mind,
recoups youthful vigor and vitality, builds resistance to diseases
and improves complexion.
Ayurvedic Massage offers lasting relief from chronic aches and
pains like backache, joint pains, stiff neck, migraine and rheumatic
pains. Visitors undergoing the massage is laid on a wooden "Thoni"
while herbal oils are applied by the Masseur. Trained masseurs
conduct the massage under the supervision of expert Ayurvedic
physicians. Medicines are home made at our manufacturing facility
with a tradition of excellence spanning over 60 years. |
How To Reach
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Airport : Nearest Airport
- Cochin Airport
Second Nearest - Trivandrum International Airport
Cochin - Alappuzha (Alleppey)- 2 hours by road or rail
Trivandrum Alappuzha (Alleppey)- 3 hours by road or rail
Rail: Alappuzha (Alleppey) is accessible by rail from different
parts of India
Transfer : By cab from the Airport or Railway Station to Keraleeyam. |
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Alleppey Town
: Alleppey town (now called Alappuzha) is built
around canals. Town has a lots of bridges and old buildings
with typical Kerala architecture |
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Fortunetelling
by astrologer : Kerala is famous for astrologer
who can predict your future by reading your palm or
horoscope.
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Typical Kerala
Temple : Majority of Kerala temples are made of
wood. They are constructed according to classical Indian
architectural computation. Temples are sacred places of
worship for Hindus.
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Keraleeyam
front view : Keraleeyam is located at a breathtakingly
beautiful spot with a long backwater frontage.
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Coconut
palm bridge : Kuttanad has a large network
of small and large canals. Single large coconut palm
tree is put across to bridge the canals.
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Traditional
Kerala Welcome : Traditional Kerala Welcome.
Instead of shaking hands guests are welcomed with a
smile and 'Tilak' on forehead.
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Wooden House
boat : An old wooden goods carrier boat is now
converted into a luxurious house boat with bedrooms, sit
-outs, toilet and kitchen.
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Arrival
at Keraleeyam by country boat : We pick up our
guests from Alleppey Town in country boats or motor boat.
Keraleeyam is accessible by road also.
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Kerala
utensils : Traditional
cooking vessels are made of brass or bronze having long
necks and round bottoms. Special Kerala delicacies like
"Iddli" , "Puttu" , "Nool puttu"
, are prepared in these utensils.
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Photo Session
: Kerala costumes are very typical and simple .
Keraleeyam offers its guests Kerala costume to dress up
like a bride and groom for getting photographed.
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'Palkanji'
or Rice Porridge : Rice porridge known as 'palkanji'
is prepared by adding coconut milk with Malabar spices
to cooked rice. This is served in golden bronze vessel
with leaf spoon. Try this with your breakfast.
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Canoeing in country boat.
Kerala has the largest backwaters
in Asia. People live in small houses surrounded by water.
Canoes are used for their transport.
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Thathampally
P.O., Alappuzha (Alleppey)
Kerala, India. Pin: 688007.
For Reservations, Please Send an E-mail :
keraleeyam@hotelskerala.net
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