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Sight Address : Subramanya Swami Temple is situated  at Perunna, Changanacherry is at a distance of 20 km from Kottayam. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Subramanya Swami Temple, Perunna, is a famous shrine known for its festival Pallivetta utsavam during November – December. Subramanya Swamy temple is located in the village of Kidangoor and is dedicated to Lord Subramanya Swamy. The temple is known for its traditional Kerala architectural style. During the months of February and March, an annual festival is celebrated that lasts for 10 days. Chakiarkoothu performed by professional dancers can be seen during the festival. The temple is also visited by numerous tourists on the day of Shashti, every month.

Sree Subramanya Swamy Temple

HistoryEdit

Subramanya Swami Temple, Perunna ancient temple, built in 753 A.D, is under the administration of ‘Urazhma’ Devaswam Board. It was among the first temples to open its doors to all groups of people. The idol of the presiding deity Lord Subramanian is almost six feet in height and the ‘Vel’ hold by the lord is pointed downwards. The annual 10 day long festival, ‘Pallimetta Utsav’ is celebrated during November – December (Dhanu). Chakiarkooth is the main ritual performed during the festival. Puthenpalli Chandanakudam festival, of the nearby mosque is welcomed by the temple.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.30 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Shanghai;Hotel Elegance Kidangoor Kottayam, Highway Road, Kidangoor,Kidangoor. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and plenty of water .

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your cell phone on silent mode inside the temple.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Saraswathy Temple is located 18 kms away from Kottayam town on the way to Changanacherry. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Saraswathy Temple, dedicated to Saraswathy (Goddess of knowledge and learning) is Also known as Dakshina Mookambika Temple, it is famous for the Saraswathy pooja held every year in the month of Thulam (September/ October). The annual festival of the temple is also held during this time and the last three days, Durgashtami, Mahanavami and Vijayadashami are considered to be the most sacred for worship.Children are initiated into the world of letters at the Vidhyarambham ceremony held on Vijayadashami day. Devi Saraswathi does not have a temple structure here in this temple. The idol of the Goddess is beneath a Pond, completely covered over with a green creeper. The creeper never withers. Though devoted to Saraswathi, the main deity in the temple is Lord Mahavishnu. Devotees worship Mahavishnu before worshipping Goddess Saraswathi. Ganapathy, Shiva, Sasthavu and Yakshi are worshipped as sub deities.

Saraswathy Temple, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

Saraswathy Temple has Vishnu as the main deity. Myths say that there once lived a poor but pious Brahmin who was a devotee of Kollur Sri Mookambika Devi and that he used to visit Kollur temple every year. As the Brahmin grew old, his health worsened and on one of his trips to Kollur, he realized that he could no longer visit Mookambika again due to his poor health. As he returned to Panachikkadu, it is said that the Goddess Mookambika came mounted on his palm-leaf umbrella and settled at the present location at Panachikkadu Temple. The major festival of this temple is the Saraswathi Pooja in the month of Thulam [September – October]. During this Navaratri festival a large number of pilgrims congregate here to pay homage to the deity.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your cell phone on silent mode inside the temple.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Poonjar Palace is situated in Meenachil taluk at Poonjar on the Pala-Erattupetta route, 47 km away from Kottayam district. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Poonjar Palace is one of Kottayam’s well known landmarks, a favored destination for art & history lovers and a reminder of Kottayam’s glorious legacy and past. Poonjar Palace has beautifully preserved the past which is now exhibited through the grand chandeliers, Nataraja sculptures and military equipments etc. Although the exteriors of the palace is rather modest, it is when one enters in to the complex that one witness the fine frescos and paintings that adorn its interiors, walls and roofs. Most of these paintings depict incidents from ancient ‘Puran’. Showcasing exquisite royal collection of sculptures, lamps and antiques, palanquin, jewel boxes, engravings upon palm leaves, statues etc constitute the rich collection of articles on display. The chief attraction however is the Chituvilakku (rock cut lamps)-the only of its kind laid out in a row which are regarded as rarest of rare in Kerala. A replica of Madurai’s famous Meenakshi temple exists near the site. Overall, Poonjar Palace is an ideal destination for observing the artistic brilliance of the bygone age, the opulence and the wonderful craftsmanship.

Poonjar Palace, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Ganapathiyar Kovil Temple, Kanjirapally, Kottayam, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ganapathiyar Kovil Temple, Kanjirapalli is one of the first things that comes to the mind of many people, while discussing Kanjirapalli. It’s true that there are quite a few other interesting things to see and do too. However, like all other attractions, the Ganapathiyar Kovil in Kanjirapalli also has its own brand of unique charm. In fact, countless visitors just can’t stop gushing about the place. In short, rest assure that a trip to Ganapathiyar Kovil Kanjirapalli will leave you with a lifetime of fond memories.

Ganapathiyar Kovil Temple

HistoryEdit

Kanjirapally, a little town on the foothills of the Western Ghats of Kerala, India, is a tribute to the pioneering nature of the intrepid planter and the free spirit of enterprise. This beautiful town resplendent in greenery and plantations, exudes an old world ambience in a fast moving world.

There is also considerable importance attached to Kanjirapally both historically as well as culturally. This place is rightly described as “the Queen of Malanad (The Land of Mountains)” and “the Gateway of Malanad”. The name Kanjirapally is probably linked to the tree Kanjiram, once abundant in these places.The geographical position of Kanjirapally ensured that from ancient times it served as an excellent trade junction among the commercial centres of the east and the west.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your cell phone on silent mode inside the temple.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Ayodhya House Boat, Kumarakom, Kottayam, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kerala House boat named “Ayodhya House Boat” with registration number KALP/HB/019/10 (or something very close to this)The boat trip itself was nice because the scenery is great and the guys working on the boat were nice.
Cruising along the backwaters of Kerala is an unforgettable experience. If you have not experienced it, here is a golden opportunity to do it at a fraction of its original cost. You could get in any House Boat of your liking, saunter down the cool placid waters of our world-famous backwaters, have a merry time and get back home either the same day or after spending a night as well out floating around.
You will enjoy the lovely home-made-like food served on board, appreciate the fine level of hospitality and you will go back home a new rejuvenated person altogether. That’s what a cruise along the backwaters in a House Boat can do to you, to your wife and children – or to you and your close friends or corporate colleagues.
The real attraction is the way KERALA.COM is arranging those magnificent and enjoyable House Boat trips for the convenience of the tourists/holiday seekers. House Boats are huge, slow moving, exotic barges designed for sheer leisure trips. Formerly, House Boat were used to ship rice and spices and other goods between Kuttanad and the Cochin port. It was a three-day affair those days. A standard House Boat, which could be about 100 feet long, can hold up to 30 tons, and that is as much as three big lorries can.

Ayodhya House Boat

HistoryEdit

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Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls are located in Kottayam district around 2 kms from Kumarakom. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls is a beautiful picnic spot and the water cascades down the mountains from a height of 100 feet. The waterfall is very picturesque as it comes down the wooden landscape with numerous little streams making noise that makes the place must watch. Aruvikkuzhi is surrounded by dense rubber plantation which adds beauty to the place. Many tourist and locals come here to spend time in the lap of nature and relax in its serenity. The calm and fresh air rejuvenate the body and soul. The view of the waterfall is very soothing to eyes and the fresh air that prevails there will keep you energetic all time. Tourist can relax under the shade of rubber tree. Kumarakom where it is located is the beautiful and fascinating of Kerala which attracts tourist all around the year. Pathiramanal also known as Sands of Midnight is located nearby the fall which is spread over 10 acres area and is beautiful place for nature lovers where one can spot various exotic birds.

Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Llakesong; Ammankari Road, Kumarakom, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563, India. ; Ph/M –  91-481-2526300 ; Food Serve –  Multicuisine.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and plenty of water .

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108
• Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : St. Dominic’s CathedralK is situated at Anjirapally Town ; on the bank of Chittar river, Kottayam, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

St Dominic’s Cathedral, built in 1826, is one of the famous churches situated on the banks of the Chittar River. The church is known for its beautiful architecture and belongs to the category of Forane Churches. It was reconstructed in 1945 and in 1977 it became a cathedral. The church celebrated its 150th anniversary in 1977. Xavier Koodapuzha is the present vicar of the cathedral.

St. Dominic’s Cathedral, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

St.Dominic’s Cathedral (the Puthenpally) and St.Mary’s Church (Kanjirappally Pazhayapally): brief history is, the Old Church (St.Mary’s Church) and the market nearby have been constructed on a piece of land donated by the erstwhile King of Thekkemcore Sri. Veerakerala Perumal who was ruling the eastern areas including Kanjirappally on the 21st of Medam in the year K.V.624. (K V is for Malayalam year Kolla Varsham). On this plot the location of the Church building was decided by the King himself by planting a green stick on the chosen spot. So for those Christains who migrated from Nilakkal 100 years ago under the leadership of an elderly man named Thommi, who was also the trustee of the Nilakkal curch,got a church for the first time. They had to leave Nilakkal due to attack of burglars, spread of deadly virus diseases and wild insects called Vakri puli perumpatta. Until the new church was consecrated those people were going to the curch in Aruvithura (Erattupetta) for worship and their spiritual needs.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your cell phone on silent mode inside the church.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Sight Address : Thangal Hill, Vagamon, Kottayam, India . Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Thangal hills also called as Thangalppara is located at a distance of 5 kms from Vagamon. This is a famous centre of Muslim pilgrimage as the Mausoleum of Sheik Fariduddin is on top of this hill. The rock formation at this hill is worth seeing.

Thangal Hill, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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India / Kerala/ Kottayam/ Kottayam

Sight Address : Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple is located 2 km from Kuruppanthara Junction, Kottayam, India. Edit

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Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple is in comparable in the conception of the presiding deity as Vaishnava Ganapathy, with a young Sree Krishna seated on the lap of Lord Ganesha. The presiding deity is temple is Vaishnava Ganapathy. Bhagavathy, Ayyappa, Aya Yakshi, Brahma Rakshas, Anthimahakalan are sub deities of this temple. The eight day long Thiruvutsavam is one of the main attractions of Malliyur temple and every year it concludes on the Vishu day with a colorful aarattu. The aarattu takes place by taking out a colorful procession in the accompaniment of caparisoned elephants to Subramanya Swami temple at Eravimangalam, a kilometer away from the temple. During the Thiruvutsavam festival devotees can offer Utsava Bali and Sribhuta Bali for 6 days at a stretch.

Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple, Kottayam

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Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

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Closed OnEdit

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Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your cell phone on silent mode inside the temple.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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India / Kerala/ Kottayam/ Kottayam

Sight Address : Ilaveezhapoonchira is located at the foot of the hillocks of Mankunnu, Kudayathur Hill and Thonippara near Kanjar, around 55kms from Kottayam. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ilaveezhapoonchira is another picnic spot situated in the midst of the good-looking hillocks near Kanjar. Ilaveezhpoonchira, means the ‘valley where leaves don’t fall’ and is so named because the place has no trees. This is also one of the most excellent places in Kerala to witness the sunrise and sunset. It is easily accessible from Palai in Kottayam district. The beautiful valleys of Ilaveezhapoonchira are spread across thousands of acres of the district of Kottayam. The place is surrounded by three enchanting hillocks: Mankunnu, Kodayathoormal and Thonippara, making the place ideal for trekking. The verdant landscape punctuated by four gigantic hills, each rising to about 3200 feet above sea level is an perfect place to unwind. During the monsoons when the valley fills up to form a scenic lake, this place unveils yet another beautiful slice of nature.

Ilaveezhapoonchira Hills, Kottayam

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.

Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.

Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.

Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.

Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
• Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
• Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108 Women Helpline : 1091

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Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall

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