Aleppey is the most important area of kerala backwaters, With kuttanad region and the Vembanad Kayal nearby, Alleppey attracts tourists throughout the year.The criss-crossing canals in the area evoke comparisons with Venice, and called Venice of the East. Amongst the notable sights is the palm covered Pathiramanal Island in Vembanad Kayal, one hour by boat from Alappuzha. it is famous for the snake boat races and also has a number of historic colonial buildings and a beach. Alappuzha Backwaters offers House boat cruises, Shikkara Boating, Motor boating, Speed boating for the tourists