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

District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC)
Near KSRTC Bus Stand Kollam - 1
info@dtpckollam.com
contact@dtpckollam.com

+91 4742745625

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Kollam Railway Station

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 66 km

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 - 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 - 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.