Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, has long been called the Venice of the East — and for good reason. The town is crisscrossed by a network of canals, lagoons, and the stunning Vembanad Lake, creating a landscape unlike anywhere else in India.
The Backwaters Experience
The backwaters of Alleppey are a vast network of interconnected canals, rivers, lakes, and inlets. A houseboat ride through these waterways is a quintessential Kerala experience — gliding past coconut palms, paddy fields, and tiny fishing villages where life has remained unchanged for centuries.
Finishing Point — Where It All Begins
Sona Heritage Home is located right at the famous Finishing Point on Vembanad Lake — the endpoint of the legendary Nehru Trophy Boat Race held every August. From here, you can watch the sunrise paint the lake gold, spot migratory birds, and feel the gentle breeze from the water every morning.