Alleppy Boat Race
Boat Races are very popular in Kerala and attract team from all fronts of life including common man, fisherman to the sports personnel. The boat race is associated with the major festival of ‘Onam’ and is held during the period of August- September. The boat race is a major event with its competitive spirit and enthusiasm and is one of the largest team sport
The snake boats, length of which varies anywhere between 100 & 130 feet with more than 100 rowers. The speed of the boat depends entirely on the efficiency of those handling the oar. There are various boat races like , of which Nehru trophy boat race, Champakulam Moolam Boat Race, Aranmula Uthrattadi Vallamkali and Payippad Jalotsavam are significant and dates to olden days.
This sport with definite coordination and spirit of competition with religious significance makes it an unforgettable and spectacular event.