Kollam Tour
About Kollam
Formerly known as Quilon, Kollam is an ancient port in Kerala located on the edge of the famous Ashthamudi Lake, which is the gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala. Kollam is famous for its intricate maze of backwaters. Kollam was one of the early centers of Christian activity in Kerala. Kollam is an important center of the cashew nut processing and trading industry. Come on a Kollam Tour, and you will have a memorable experience in this backwater destination of Kerala.
Tourist Attractions in Kollam
Following are some of the famous tourist attractions in Kollam, which you can explore while on a Kollam Tour -
- Backwater Cruise: The eight hour trip between Kollam and Alleppey is the longest backwater cruise in Kerala and is the main attraction on a Kollam Tour. You will be mesmerized as you pass through lakes with lotuses and water lilies growing in the water, water birds chirping from the banks of the canals, water-bound villages, and the famous Chinese fishing nets.
- Mata Amrithanandamayi Ashram: This international pilgrimage destination is known for its educational and medical institutes.
- Thangasseri Fort: This historic 18th century fort was constructed by the Portuguese.
- Thangasseri Lighthouse: This 144 feet high lighthouse offers amazing views of the sea and the coast of Kollam.
How to reach Kollam
Come on a Kollam Tour, using the following means of transport -
- By air: The nearest airport is the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (71 km).
- By rail: The closest railhead is the Central Railway Station in Thiruvananthapuram.
- By road: Kollam is well-connected by a vast network of roads to several tourist centers in Kerala. You can avail of private and KSRTC buses, tourist taxis, and auto-rickshaws to look around Kollam.
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