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Ambalapuzha Temple

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Renowned as the Dwarka of the South, Ambalapuzha Temple is one of the most popular tourist spots in Alleppey. Built between the 15-17th centuries, at this wonderful temple Lord Krishna is worshipped in his Parthasarathy form - Lord Krishna riding Arjuna's chariot. Beautifully designed in typical Kerala architectural style around a serene pond, a visit to this temple is truly blissful and calming for the soul. You can admire the gorgeous al fresco paintings depicting the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu that adorn the inner walls of this temple. While you are at this temple, you must savor the delicious Amabalapuzha Palpayasam (a sweet dish made of milk, hand pounded rice, and sugar) that devotees line up to receive as Prasad (blessing/offering of God).