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Nehru Trophy Boat Race


Date : 11-08-2007
Venue : Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha, Kerala

Nehru Trophy Boat Race - Alappuzha, Kerala Festival One of the most important boat races in Kerala, Nehru Trophy Boat Race is an annual event conducted on the second Saturday of August every year, in the afternoon. The main event consists of a stiff competition between the magnificent snake boats known as chundanvallam, for the coveted trophy. These boats stretch about 100 feet in length, with a raised prow, resembling the raised hood of a snake, hence the name. They are manned by some 100 rowers who row vigorously to the accompaniment of the vanchipattu to lend vocal support to their physical efforts. The race commences with a ceremonial water procession comprising of floats and a variety of craft.

Getting there :
Nearest Railway Station: Alappuzha Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport, about 85 km away





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