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Thangalppara
The mausoleum of Sheikh Fariduddin found here makes this place a famous Muslim pilgrim centre. Go>
    Vazhikkadavu
On the outskirts of the district is this hill station of rocky terrains sought after for its Go>
    Kurisumala
3km from Vazhikkadavu is this renowned Christian pilgrim centre where hundreds of devotees from Go>

 
Poonjar Palace, Kottayam
Location: Poonjar Palace at Poonjar on the Pala-Erattupetta route, Kottayam district, Central K Go>
    The Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom
(16 km from Kottayam town)Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals which empty into the Go>
    Kumarakom
Location: 16 km away from Kottayam town, Central Kerala. The village of Kumarakom is a cluster o Go>

 
Reservoirs at Nattakom and Panachikad
Adding to the charm of these quiet villages are their scenic reservoirs escorted by vivid green Go>
    Mannanam Tourist Home
This was set up by the DTPC to provide quality accomodation to the holidaying crowd. An intrica Go>
    Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Kottayam
Location: 22 km from Kottayam Aruvikuzhi or Aruvikkuzhi is a beautiful picnic spot and an ideal sho Go>

 
Karimbukayam - Meloram
This quaint spot on the Manimala River that flows between Kanjirapally (a plantation town) Go>
    Ilaveezhapoonchira
(55 km from Kottayam, 20 km from Thodupuzha) This is another picnic spot located in the midst of Go>
    Erumeli
60 km north-east of Kottayam town): Nestled in the lush green Western Ghats, this nature-rich vi Go>

 
Kayyoor, Bharananganam
An enchanting landscape formed by a chain of green hills at the Bharananganam panchayat. A shri Go>
    Bay Island Driftwood Museum, Kottayam
Bay Island Driftwood Museum at Kumarakom displays large collection of superior quality driftwood art Go>
    Marmala Stream
This scenic stream and its breathtaking waterfalls are together referred to as the enchantress Go>

 
Kottayam - Aqua-tourism
Bordered by the lofty Western Ghats on the East, and the Vembanad Lake and the paddy fields of Kutta Go>
    Kannadipara
As the name suggests, the valley of this rocky mountain reflects the morning sun with a mirror Go>
    Anchuvilakku: The Five Lamps, Kottayam
This stone lamp post, a typical example of Kerala architecture, was built near the Changanacherry bo Go>

 
Maniyamkunnu
The majestic mountains here that slope down to meet the beautiful valleys below are truly spellbindi Go>
    St. Mary's Church, Bharananganam
The mortal remains of the St. Alphonsa are entombed at this church which is now a famous pilgrim cen Go>
    Pala and Kanjirapally
Nourished by the Meenachil and Manimala rivers respectively, these two towns are centres of rubber p Go>

 
Nattakom and Panachikad
Adding to the charm of these quiet villages are their scenic reservoirs escorted by vivid green all Go>
    St. Mary's Church, Manarcad
(8 km from Kottayam Town) This is one of the most important churches of the Malankara Jacobite Syri Go>
    Amrithamedu
Amrithamedu, popularly known as Kurisumala is a pilgrim centre as well as a trekker's delight. Peer Go>

 
Alapra
Alapra, surrounded by the forest of Ponthanpuzha is a picturesque village, located near Erumeli in Go>
    Siva Temple, Thalikkotta
(2 km from Kottayam) This is the place of worship of the erstwhile Thekkumkoor Royal Family. Annual Go>
    St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Cheriapalli
(2 km off Kottayam. Open 0800 -1800 hrs): Built in 1579 by Thekkumkoor Maharajah, this church displa Go>

 
St. Mary's Knanaya Church, Valiapalli
(2 km to the west of Kottayam. Open 0800 - 2000 hrs): Built in 1550 AD, this church belongs to the K Go>
    Juma Masjid, Thazhathangadi
(2 km from Kottayam. Open 0700 - 1800 hrs) This ancient mosque on the banks of the Meenachil River i Go>
    Thirunakkara Mahadevar Temple
(Open 0400 - 1100 hrs, 1700 - 2000 hrs) In the heart of Kottayam town is this 500-year-old temple bu Go>

 
Dharmasastha Temple, Pakkil
(3 km from Kottayam) This is one of the eight temples established by Parasurama, the legendary found Go>
    St. George's Church, Puthupalli
This church is believed to have been built by the Thekkumkoor Rajas. The golden cross in this church Go>
    Mahadevar Temple, Ettumanoor
(12 km North of Kottayam) This temple is famous for its murals, especially the painting of Nataraja Go>

 
The CSI Cathedral Church
The CSI Cathedral Church, built over 175 years ago, is a monument from the British Era. Go>
    The Old Seminary
The Old Seminary, Marthoma Seminary and Vadavathoor Seminary proclaim Syrian and Roman Christian tra Go>
    Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church
The Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church has its headquarters at Devalokam, Kottayam. Go>

 
St. Thomas Mount
This holy place of Christians is located 1200 ft above sea level and offers a panoramic view of the Go>
    Siva Temple, Vaikom
(40 km from Kottayam) Associated with the legendary Parasurama, this temple is a typical example of Go>
    Vavarambalam
This mosque is dedicated to Vavar, a companion of the deity - Sree Ayyappa - of the Sabarimala templ Go>

 
St. Mary's Church, Bharananganam
The mortal remains of the St. Alphonsa are entombed at this church which is now a famous pilgrim cen Go>
    St. Mary's Church, Kuravilangad
Built in 355 AD on the high ranges of Kuravilangad Town, this church has an old bell which bears an Go>
    St. Mary's Forane Church, Athirampuzha
(10 km from Kottayam. Open 0930 - 1300 hrs, 1530 - 1800 hrs): The 9th century St. Mary's Church was Go>

 
St. Mary's Church, Kudamaloor
This church, 800 years old, was built by Chempakasseri Maharajah. The ritual offering here is a trad Go>
    St. Joseph's Monastery, Mannanam
(Near Medical College): This church was built by the blessed Father Chavara Kuriakose Elias. The mo Go>
    Kaduthuruthi Valiapalli
(On MC Road between Ettumanoor and Vaikom) Built in 500 AD, the church has a huge cross sculpted out Go>

 
Vimalagiri Church
This church built in the Gothic architectural style has a 172 ft. tower which is one of the tallest Go>
    St. Thomas Church, Pala
The church dates back to 1002 AD and was renovated once in the 18th century. Go>
    St. Thomas Church, Cherpungal
Believed to have been established by the apostle St. Thomas, this church was relocated to the southe Go>

 
Pazhayapalli, Changanacherry
(21 km from Kottayam) This 950-year-old mosque is one of the most famous ones of Central Travancore. Go>
    Aruvithira Church
Believed to be one of the seven churches established by St. Thomas, Aruvithira Church is one of the Go>
    Puthenpalli, Erattupetta
The famous Chandanakudam is celebrated here in February/December. Go>

 
Saraswathi Temple, Panachikkad
(13 km en route to Changanassery. Open 0500 -1030 hrs, 1700 - 1930 hrs) This temple, also known as t Go>
    Surya Temple, Adityapuram
The only temple in Kerala dedicated to Aditya, the sun god. The first and last Sundays of the zodiac Go>
    Bhagavathy Temple, Ambalakkadavu
The Arattu ritual of the Thirunakkara Mahadevar Temple takes place here. Festival: Vishu (April/May) Go>

 
Pallipurathukavu
Festival: Patham udaya mahotsavam. Famous ritual offering: Nadel Thiyattu performance. Go>
    Bhagavathy Temple, Manarcad
The Bhagavathy temple at Manarcad is centuries-old shrine dedicated to goddess Bhadrakali. Main even Go>
    Kavil Bhagavathy Temple, Changanacherry
(18 km from Kottayam) Built by one of the Thekkumkoor Maharajas. Festival: Kavil chirappu (December Go>

 
Sree Subramanya Swami Temple, Perunna
(20 km from Kottayam) Festival: Pallivetta utsavam (November - December) Go>
    Siva Temple, Vazhappalli, Changanacherry
(17 km from Kottayam) Famous for its sculptures. Go>
    Kalkulathukavu Temple, Vazhappalli
This temple is famous for its Mudiyeduppu utsavam (festival) celebrated once in 12 years and the rar Go>

 
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Location: 16 km from Kottayam town. The village of Kumarakom, a cluster of little islands on the ea Go>
    Nadukani
A picturesque location at the top of a hill with endless stretches of meadows girded by huge rocks. Go>
    Kottathavalam
Near Murugan hills at Kurushumala, a flight of steps cut in the rocks takes one to this magnificent Go>

 
Kolani Mudi
Yet another peak in the Ilaveezhapoonchira mountain range, which also has a cave Go>
    Melaruvithodu waterfalls, Kottayam
 The natural reservoirs and waterfalls at Melaruvithodu in Kottayam is situated on the Ernakula Go>
     

 
 

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