Payippad Jalotsavam

Payippad Boat race is one of the major snake boat races in Kerala.

Payippad Vallaarattu is a three day water festival. It is conducted in Payippad Lake, 35 km from Alappuzha, in memory of the Prathista ceremony of the deity at the Haripad Subrahmanya Swamy Temple.

The main highlights of the Payippad Boat Race is Chundanvalloms or snake boats. The swift "Chundanvalloms" racing through the blue, crystalline waters are, indeed, a treat to the eyes of the spectators.

Last Updated : February 11th, 2009

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