Excursions from Kollam | Excursions to Kollam

Kollam

Kalathupuzha Temple located amidst the dense forest of Thiruvanantha puram, is a popular place of visit and it is popular for the Shastha Temple. Mannadi a little away from Kollam witnessed the last moment of Veluthampi Dalawa who revolted against the British atrocities in India. He was a diwan of Travancore. Sasthamkotta Lake is the largest fresh water lake in the state of Kerala. The Shastha Temple lies in this place.

Another place worth for excursion is the Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary.

This thick forest lies in the riverbank of Shendurni. One can fine ruins of Portuguese in Thangassery.

Kollam travel will take you to possibly the most antiquated towns in Kerala.

Located at about 71 km north of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam was famous as an international trade center and the port of Kollam was frequented by Phoenicians, Persians, Romans, Arabs and Chinese. Even now Kollam is the center of Kerala's cashew nut industry.

About thirty percent of Kollam is covered by the famed Ashtamudi Lake, making it an entryway to the enchanting backwaters of Kerala.

Your Tours To Kollam travel is bound to be a hectic one if you plan to cover all the major places of tourist interest in it besides the captivating backwaters. Southindiatourtravel.com
compiles a comprehensive list of some of the premier tourist destinations that you can't help but include in your itinerary of Kerala Kollam Tours travel.

Thangasseri

This is a seaside village replete with historical evidences in the shape of the remnants of an old Portuguese Fort and the churches that date back to the eighteenth century.

Mayannad

This place is noted for the shrines and temples that dot it. The most important temple is undoubtedly the Subramanya Temple that is said to have been consecrated by the Sri Sankaracharya, the Hindu philosopher.

Thirumullavaram

This clinches the title of being the best beach spot hands down. Feel the bracing cool breeze softly caressing you as you bask in the warm rays of the sun. This is also an ideal place for swimming.

Ochira

There is a unique quality about this famous pilgrim center. The Parabrahma Temple is devoid of any deity or idol and is dedicated to Universal Consciousness. The two chief festivals celebrated here are the Ochira Kali and the Panthrandu Vilakku.

Jatayu Rock

This is a massive rock situated in the Chadaya Mangalam Village. It derives its name from the mythical bird Jatayu mentioned in the epic Ramayana. The place is ideal for trekking.

Palaruvi Waterfalls

The cascade of pristine waters falling from a height of 300 feet makes for a spectacular sight. The Palaruvi woods is a wonderful picnic spot. There are comfortable accommodations in the shape of the PWD Inspection Bungalow and the KTDC Motel.

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