Cherai
Cherai is in Pallipuram Panchayat which is at the northern end of Vypin Island. Cherai was a part of Kochi and Travancore States prior to the merger of the states.
Cherai boasts of a rich cultural heritage with monuments which stand out prominent in India
One of the greatest ideological leaders of Kerala, Sahodaran Ayyappan, is a native of Cherai. Majority of Cherai natives were from the lower castes and Ayyappan, coming from Ezhava community, a lower caste, helped create a massmovement. On 29 May 1917, Sahodaran Ayyappan organised �Misrabhojanam�, an event in which people from all castes of Hindu community sat together and participated in a feast.
Around two dozen kilometres from the industrial district of Ernakulam and to the side of the Vypeen Island lies every swimmer�s paradise, Cherai Beach. It is a favourite haunt of those looking for a relaxing swim with the backdrop of coconut groves being the added incentive. It provides a wonderful view of the famous Chinese Fishing Nets or Cheena Vala well. The nearby shacks provide you with fresh cuisine that fills you up perfectly after a delightful swim
The seashells found here are unique and one often runs into dolphins in this area. It is the ideal blend of both the backwaters and the sea. The area itself has seen many new resorts and hotels crop up, which have facilitated the increase in tourist activity. Today it is amongst the most visited beaches in Kerala with a view that make it near impossible to tear yourself away once you get there.
Azheekkal Sree Varaha Temple
Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple
Munambam Break Water Point & beach
Munambam Fishing Harbour
Paddy Fields
Pallipuram Church
Pallipuram fort
