Alleppey, also named as ‘Venice of the East’ by the Viceroy of India Lord Curzon, is one of the oldest trading centers, bridging India’s ties with Greece and Rome during the Middle Ages. The culture of Alleppey has its soul defined in the ‘Sangam Era’ with art, literature, social and economic collaborations with Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Sri Lanka. It also draws its influence from the Dutch and Portuguese settlers of 12th Century, which established Christianity in the region. Sterling Lake Palace Alleppey Resort is centrally located in 14 acres of lush greenery and calm water bodies, parallel to the Vembanad lake. Built with a private lagoon surrounded by backwaters, the resort features 58 luxurious rooms and suites, overlooking the Vembanad Lake – the longest freshwater lake in India. The resort also boasts an Ayurvedic spa, water sports, exotic flavors of the coast and delectable global cuisines. Want to relax? Check out the incredible island swimming pool, and sip your favourite cocktail poolside, while taking in the beauty around you.
