Sasthamkotta - Queen of Lakes

Being called the 'Queen of Lakes' is no small distinction, but a visit to Sasthamkotta in Kollam district helps you understand the moniker. The largest freshwater lake in Kerala, it has always been a hotbed for tourist activity.

Flanked by magnificent hills on three sides, this area is also home to one among Kerala’s most important pilgrimage sites, the ancient Sastha Temple. One can find friendly monkeys on its premises that are considered divine entities by the locals. Dedicated to both Lord Ganesha and Lord Ayyappa, the monkeys are believed to be the faithful entourage of the ruling deity, the Dharmasastha.

People love coming and feeding the beautiful animals, along with soaking in the spiritual ambience of the entire place.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Kollam, about 29 km

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 71 km

Where to Stay

Homestay

Thusharam mundro Homestay

THUSHARAM, VILLIMANGALAM WEST
MUNROETHURUTHU
8766229220

Approximate Distance: 4.91 KM

Homestay

Mundro Garden Homestay

Perumpramanappurath
Nenmeni,mundrothuruth
-7293993372
7293993372

Approximate Distance: 5.16 KM

Homestay

Green Chromide Homestays

V. P. Bhavan
Villimangalam, Kallada Boat Race Starting Point
9986169845, 9495712554

Approximate Distance: 4.48 KM

Homestay

LAKEVIEWHOMESTAY

LAKE VIEW HOME STAY
NEAR TECHNO PARK KUNDARA P O
-9747347339
9947690009

Approximate Distance: 9.42 KM

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Location

Latitude: 9.043445, Longitude: 76.620655