Aluva
Kerala, India
City·Cultural, Historical, Lively
Aluva, formerly known as Alwaye, is a municipality and a northern suburb of Kochi in Kerala, India. It is celebrated for its annual Sivarathri festival, which draws visitors to the sandbanks of the Periyar River. The city is also home to the Advaita Ashram, founded by the revered social reformer Sree Narayana Guru in 1913, adding to its cultural richness. Despite being part of the Kochi urban agglomeration, Aluva maintains its autonomy under the Aluva Municipal Council. It serves as an administrative center and a key transport hub, being the northern starting point of the Kochi Metro rail. Aluva offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern infrastructure, making it a significant destination in Kerala.
Highlights
- Annual Sivarathri festival on the Periyar River.
- Advaita Ashram founded by Sree Narayana Guru.
- Starting point of the Kochi Metro rail.
- Part of the Kochi urban agglomeration.
- Autonomous municipality with rich heritage.
Things to consider before traveling to Aluva
- Close access to Kochi, a major urban center.
- Rich cultural heritage with annual festivals.