Anchuvilakku– a Stone Lamp Post in Kottayam

Lying near the picturesque Changanacherry Boat Jetty in Kottayam district is a historical and architectural marvel, the magnificent Anchuvilakku. This stone lamp post personifies the Kerala school of architecture at its finest, and was laid here by the legendary freedom fighter Veluthampi Dalawa himself. The surrounding market is an area renowned for being a commercial hub and is also attributed to him. Today, people come from around the world to view this beautiful lamp post, with its five lamps still lit using kerosene.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Changanassery, about 2 km; Kottayam, about 21 km

Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 111 km

Where to Stay

Hotel

Hotel Breeze Land

By-Pass Junction, Vazhappally
M. C. Road
481-2412701 2401701
9447753711, 9446523701

Approximate Distance: 2.37 KM

Homestay

RIVERBLISS HOLIDAY HOME

THALAVADY PO
479-2443006
8075804756

Approximate Distance: 9.9 KM

Hotel

Bessota International

Near YMCA
Railway Station Road
469-2631224 2631225
9605455599

Approximate Distance: 8.42 KM

Homestay

JOSHY HOMESTAY THIRUVALLA

KIZHAKKEN MUTHOOR
-9633367585 9447263640
9447502585

Approximate Distance: 8.33 KM

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Location

Latitude: 9.444998, Longitude: 76.528301