Kollam is one of the most beautiful destinations of the south Indian state of Kerala. Soaked in sheer natural beauty and offering enchanting attractions, Kollam is a major attraction of Kerala Tour. There are several fascinating attractions which you can enjoy on the Kollam tour. It is also an important trade and commercial center of the state. It not only captures the hearts of tourists with its beautiful beaches but also leaves them enchanted with its mesmerizing backwaters. It is a famed backwater destination of Kerala. It is a perfect place for holidays. This destination is popularly known as the land of cashews.
Kollam is located 70 kms away from the capital city of Kerala and almost 30% of the total area of Kollam is occupied with the pristine beauty of Lake Ashtamudi. The 900km stretch of Ashtamudi Lake offers the thrill of cruises and sightseeing, all together. A sail on the traditional houseboats- Kettuvallams is the best way to have a close glimpse of water lilies.
Some of the famous attractions of Kollam are:
Jatayupara (Jatayu Earth Center): As the name suggests, this huge rock at Chadayamangalam is dedicated to the legendary bird Jatayu in the epical Ramayana. As the legend goes, that huge bird died here only while fighting against the demon King Ravana, who kidnapped Devi Sita. Jatayu Earth Center,serves as the venue for the ‘Crafts Festival’ that is held annually during December-January. This festival features the craftsmanship of artisans from all over the country.
Kottarakkara: Earlier being the capital of Travancore Royal family, Kottarakkara is popular as the place from where the famous Indian classical dance form originated.
Kollam Backwaters: Enjoy a pleasurable backwater cruise on the backwaters and you are bound to get rejuvenated to the hilt. To add more adventure to your Kollam tour you can opt for a boat cruise from Kollam to Alleppy. It takes around eight hours.
Mahatma Gandhi Beach: At a distance of 2 km from Kollam, it is a wonderful beach where you can enjoy long walks amidst picturesque surroundings. It is ideal for bathing and swimming.
Palaruvi Waterfalls: It is an arresting waterfall offering a pleasurable experience to the visitors. The water here appears white giving an impression that it is milk not water.
If you wish to enjoy your Kerala vacations with family or friends, go though Kollam tour with Spice Route DMC and you will come across the most enchanting trip that makes your holidays memorable for a lifetime.