lies the beautiful town of Kollam, known for its breathtaking backwaters, pleasant natural beauty, serene and peaceful atmosphere and awesome attractions to have a great holiday. One of the most important centres of trade in the ancient days, this small town is also a very important centre for industry and commerce, besides being a hot spot for tourists. It lies along the banks of the beautiful Ashtamudi Lake and is the fourth largest city in the state.
Believed to be built by a Syrian merchant in the 9th century, it is said that the place is so beautiful that once your reach here, you will forget your home. It is so much beautiful and hypnotizing. It is one of the brightest jewels in the crown of Kerala that makes it the undisputed king of the most preferred holiday destination in Kerala.
There are so many places to visit and so many thing to do while you are in this state. From beaches, to hill stations, to backwater to wildlife sanctuaries, this state has everything that you want for a adventurous fun filled holiday.
When you travel to Kollam there are so many beautiful places you can see and visit. Some of them are – the lighthouse which was built in the year 1902 by the British and stands 144 feet tall and provides a fantastic view of the sea and the surrounding places, the Ashtamudi Lake and the boat cruise in it is simply marvelous, the industrial zone of Chavara, the adventure park which is favourite among the children, the quiet seaside village of Thangasseri, the Rameshwara Temple which has beautiful architecture and ancient inscriptions.
Tthe sacred place of Mayyanad which has many holy temples and shrines, the Sasthamkotta lake, the pilgrim centre of Ochira, the beach resort in Paravoor, the eco tourism in Thenmala, the Kottarakkara Kathakali Museum, the Thevalli Palace, the Thirumullavaram Beach, the Picnic village etc. You will simply be overwhelmed by the variety of tourist places that you can visit when you take a Kollam travel. It just makes you feel so calm and relaxed. You will feel disconnected from all your tensions and worries in this place and all you can see and feel is immense beauty and peace.
You can travel to Kollam at any time of the year, however the best time to visit this gorgeous town would be between the months of December to February when the temperature will be moderate and weather perfect to make full use of your holiday.
Kollam travel can be completed in bus, train and flight. The nearest airport is at Trivandrum, about 71kms and the nearest railway station is at the town itself. It is also well connected to the rest of the cities and towns of Kerala and other states by a strong network of roads. Buses and taxis are easily available from various cities. A trip to this place, atleast once in a lifetime will be a something to cherish.
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