Kollam
Once known as Quilon, Kollam is replete with tourist attractions. For peace seekers, Kollam has the Ashtamudi Backwaters and Munroe Island. Kollam invites adventure enthusiasts to Thenmala Ecotourism Centre and Jatayu Earth's Centre. Other popular tourist destinations are Palaruvi Waterfalls, Shendurney and Alumkadavu.
The place is home to some of the most beautiful temples built in traditional Kerala style. These are important relics of Kollam's glorious past. One can also go and relax at the nearby beaches, namely Kollam, Thirumullavaram and Thangasseri.
Contact
Near KSRTC Bus Stand Kollam - 1
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Getting there
Thiruvonamahotsavam at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple
The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.
Feast of Vallarpadathamma
Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.
Malayattoor Perunnal
Thousands of devotees immersed in prayers carrying wooden crosses of different sizes and ambling up a hill; a whole village getting decked up and readying itself to welcome these pilgrims.
Aranmula Thiruvonathoni
Once a year, the River Pamba gets enlivened as an elaborately decorated snake boat glides across its placid waters bearing the provisions for a grand feast
Triprayar Pooram Purappadu & Uthram Vilakku
Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals
Vrischikam Festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Discover the thrills & chills of festivities here!
Kollam - home of Ashtamudi Backwaters
Kollam is the centre of the country’s cashew trading and processing industry. The major tourist attractions in Kollam are the Ashtamudi Backwaters, Thenmala Ecotourism Centre, Palaruvi Waterfall, Jatayupara and Alumkadavu. Those who wish to explore beaches in Kollam can visit the Kollam, Thirumullavaram and Thangasseri Beaches.
Kollam Beach - An ideal beach destination in South Kerala
Kollam Beach in Kollam district offers an array of beach activities to tourists. Kollam is home to Chinese fishing nets, Chinese water pots and sampan-like boats.
