PLACES
TO VISIT
Thangasseri
Also called a land of lakes, Kottayam is a vast network of rivers and canals
which empty into great expanse of water called the Vembanad lake.
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Rameshwara Temple
Located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is an
ornithologist's paradise and a favourite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian
stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. A cruise along the Vembanad lake is the
best way to experience the sanctuary.
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Mayyanad
Pala and Kanjirapally nourished by the Meenachil and Manimala rivers respectively,
these two towns are centres of rubber plantations.
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Sasthamkotta
Associated with the legendary Parasurama, this temple is a typical example of
Kerala Temple Architecture.
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Ochira
In the heart of Kottayam town
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Thenmala
The ancient temple was the place of worship of the Thekkumkoor royal family.
The Kudamaloor Temple is equally famous. The Thazhathangadi Mosque built on
the Meenachil river is one of the oldest in India.
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Ariankavu
Mahadevar Temple is famous for murals and ezharaponnana (the 7.5 elephants finished
in gold) Festival: Ezharaponnana utsavam (February/March)
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Palaruvi Waterfalls
This mosque is dedicated to Vavar, a contemporary and companion of Lord Ayyappa,
the deity of the Sabarimala Temple.
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Thirumullavaram Beach
The mortal remains of the Blessed Alphonsa are entombed at this church which
is now a famous pilgrim centre.
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Matha Amrithanandamayi Ashram
Built in 355 A.D on the high ganges of Kuravilangad town, this church has an
old bell which bears a hitherto undeciphered inscription.
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Picnic Village
These two churches dedicated to St. Mary were built in 1515 AD and 1579 AD respectively.
The Valiapalli is known for its Persian cross and Pahalavi inscriptions.
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Kottukal Rock Cut Cave Temple
The mortal remains of the Blessed Alphonsa are entombed at this church which
is now a famous pilgrim centre.
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Jatayupara
Built in 355 A.D on the high ganges of Kuravilangad town, this church has an
old bell which bears a hitherto undeciphered inscription.
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Kulathupuzha
These two churches dedicated to St. Mary were built in 1515 AD and 1579 AD respectively.
The Valiapalli is known for its Persian cross and Pahalavi inscriptions.
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