Alleppey Beach

Alleppey Beach (Alappuzha Beach) is the main public beach of the backwater capital of Kerala — a long, open seafront with a historic 19th-century pier (one of India's oldest) extending into the Arabian Sea, and a popular promenade with food stalls and evening crowds. Less pristine than Marari or Kovalam, it is lively and authentic, offering views of local fishing boats and dhows. The Nehru Trophy Boat Race venue (second Saturday, August) is based near the beach. Free entry.