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Pathanamthitta, the youngest district of Kerala is located in the southern part of the state. Situated in an extremely serene setting, amidst dense forests the place offer many breathtaking views. The town is a major pilgrimage centre as it serves as the gateway to the popular pilgrimage of Sabarimala.There are so much of places in Pathanamthitta and its surrounding regions that one can visit especially temples and religious centers. Some of them include Sabarimala Temple, the Sreevallabha Temple, Kodumon Chilanthiyambalam, which is a spider temple, the Malankara Orthodox Church in Parumala and the Siva Temple located in Nilakkal. With various monuments and places of historical importance, Pathanamthitta is an ideal place for any history enthusiast. Pathanamthitta experiences tropical climate comprising of three main seasons – summer, monsoon and winter. During summer season (March to May), the place is very humid. The temperature during this period reaches up to a maximum of 34°C and a minimum of 28°C. The monsoon (June to September) in Pathanamthitta is quite heavy.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Temples

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 689647

STD Code: 4733

Info Website: http://www.pathanamthitta.com/

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

HistoryEdit

It is believed that the regions that form the district were formerly under the Pandalam reign, which had connections with the Pandya kingdom. In 1930′s, the Pathanamthitta district was the center of the “Reunion Movement” within the Malankara Orthodox Church which lead to part of that denomination joining the Catholic Church as the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church. The district was formed on November 1, 1982 in the interest of speeding up development. The formation was done by carving areas of Kollam, Alappuzha and Idukki districts.

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Pathanamthitta Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport that has both domestic and international flights. Fares may range from Rs 2,000 to 20,000, depending on the distance covered.

By Train : Rail services are available from the nearby stations of Thiruvalla. These railway stations are twenty six kilometers away and trains are available to all major Indian cities. Fares in trains will range around Rs 150 to Rs 1,500.

By Bus : Pathanamthitta is located strategically near two highways and for this reason, road travel is very easy. Frequent buses are available from Pathanamthitta to all places including Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram and other nearby areas. Both private and public buses are available and AC coaches are available in Bangalore, Chennai and Mumbai buses. Fares may range from Rs 200 to Rs 1,500, depending on the class of travel.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Elite Continental ; Main Central Road | Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Shopping, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Baby sitting, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, Wheel chair access, Non-smoking rooms, Beauty salon, 24-Hour Security, Concierge, Lounge, Wedding Services, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Mannil Regency ; Near Stadium College Road, Pathanamthitta, India ; Ph – 0468-2321605 ; Facilities – Shopping, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hey Day Hotel ; Naer KSRTC Bus Stop, Pathanamthitta, India ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Massage Services, Doctor on call.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Tharangam Restaurant ;  Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689645. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Multi Cuisine.

• Vegetarian Restaurant ;  Thiruvalla – Kumbazha Hwy, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689645. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Multi Cuisine.

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FestivalAdd

Maramadi Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  August ; Details:  Maramadi festival alias Maramadi Mahotsavam/ Matsaram is a peculiar ox race conducted in Anandapalli, a small village in Pathanamthitta, (3 kms away from Adoor) during the harvest season; i.e in August. This festival which draws thousands of tourists, is celebrated annually as part of the largest agricultural and cattle fair in the region. The race is conducted in a vast stretch of freshly ploughed paddy fields locally called ‘Kandam’. A pair of specially trained oxen managed by three persons form a participating unit and nearly 30 such units participate in the race. The race starts by noon and continues up to sunset. The winners are awarded with trophies, cash prize and gold medals. It is a highly competitive and thrilling event and almost all villagers gather around the field and cheer the participants. This festival has a close resemblance to the jackpot race.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Pathanamthitta is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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