Kottayam is derived from two words- Kotta (meaning fort) and Akkam (meaning inside). Kottayam in Kerala , is a mountainous region with landscapes, backwaters, bird sanctuaries, temples and churches, that ad a fascinating note to tourism in Kerala . One of the most popular tourist sites in Kerala , this locale has a proportionate merger of low and high terrain.
Once a stronghold of Syrian Christian sect, Kottayam exudes religious heritage, beauty of palm-lined backwaters, mystery of Western Ghats and richness of rubber plantations. So pack your bags for tours to Kottayam.
Tourist Attractions in Kottayam
- Peermed , is a tempting hill resort at an altitude of 1066 meters
- You should also visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where elephants, tigers and the bisons will impress you.
- Don't miss visiting Thirunakkara Shiva Temple or Vaikom Temple associated with the legendry Parasurama , both prototypes of Keralan temple culture with the wall murals
- You should also visit Kumarakom , to the west of the Vembanad Lake famous for the migratory birds
- Pathiramal , meaning 'the midnight sand,' is an island on Vembanad lake , that would move you with its dreamy ambience and backwater cruises
- Just 60 kilometers away from Kottayam, Wagamon draws tourist for trekking
How to Reach Kottayam
- You can reach Kottayam by a ir. Fly down to Kochi airport, 76 kilometers away from Kottayam.
- Kottayam is well-connected to the rest of the state and to other major cities by road. So you can just drive down.
- You can also board a train from the major cities and reach here as trains regularly run from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Ernakulam.
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