Champakulam, the place is famous for its boat race, is a beautiful village located on the banks of river Pamba in Alappuzha district. This village is also noted for one of the oldest churches in Kerala, Champakulam St. Mary’s Church, also known as Valiya Palli. It is believed that, the church was one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas.

The annual feast at this church falls on the 3rd Sunday of October every year. Shown in the video is the Champakulam church and the Christmas celebrations held at this church.