Kadal Palam

Alleppey Kadal Palam, also known as the Alleppey Sea Bridge (Alappuzha Pier), is a historic structure that stretches into the Arabian Sea. Though no longer in use, it holds great significance for locals and tourists alike. Here’s a review of this iconic spot:

Historic Significance: The Kadal Palam was once a vital part of Alleppey’s thriving port during the 19th and early 20th centuries, used for loading and unloading goods from ships. Its historical value adds to the allure, especially for those interested in Kerala’s maritime heritage. Rustic Beauty: Though weathered and rusted, the remains of the bridge offer a unique charm, giving visitors a sense of nostalgia. It’s a popular subject for photographers, especially against the backdrop of the sea and sky. Peaceful Ambience: Located right by Alleppey Beach, the pier offers a peaceful environment, particularly during quieter hours. The rhythmic sounds of the waves crashing against the old wooden planks create a calming effect. Sunset Views: The pier is one of the best spots on the beach to enjoy the sunset. Watching the sun sink into the horizon from this vantage point can be a breathtaking experience. Popular Photo Spot: Many visitors come here specifically for...

This bridge at Alappuzha is a historical monument which is the remains of a live port existed in Alappuzha.

The ancient Alappuzha was first a harbor town and a trade center dating back to 16th century AD. History says that there were more than 2000 small scale industries going around in this old town busy with trading business during the 16th century itself.

Many trading centers were added over time The trade business flourished tremendously over time , with lots of Europeans trading through this town - British, Dutch, Danish who used the port either as their regional center or for transshipment purposes. The easy accessibility of water bodies majorly contributed to...

The Pier - sea bridge - at Alappuzha is a historical monument now almost worn-out. It was a live Port at the time of East India Company and Alappuzha was known as Venice of the East. Alappuzha was and is a land filled with canals and rivers and lakes and that made it a busy port then because of the easy water transportation. Later because of the development of Kochi Sea Port Pier and Port left unused and the Authority ignored so much so the wooden parts decayed and the iron parts rusted and fell off and the pier...