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Kottayam (Kerala) |
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Altitude |
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1100 m |
Temperature |
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Summer : Max: 35°C Winter : Max: 25°C |
Best Season For Visit |
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September to March |
STD Code |
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0481 |
Language |
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Malayalam |
The word Kottayam is a composition of the words Kotta (meaning fort) and Akkam (meaning inside). Kottayam is one of the exotic backwaters sites attracting tourists throughout the year. Being a mountainous region with scenic landscapes, backwaters, bird sanctuaries, temples and churches make this a place of tourist attraction. Lying below the sea level, some of its nearby places are also a treat to the eyes |
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Thirunakkara Mahadeva Shiva Temple |
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The Thirunakkara Shiva Temple is also a famous must-see spot in Kottayam. The temple is a storehouse of the typical Kerala temple culture. The walls of the temple are decorated with beautiful paintings. Phalguna Utsav is celebrated here every March. The Kootiattam or the Sanskrit dramas are also an event of attraction in Kottayam. |
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Vaikom Temple |
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Forty km north of Kottayam is another important Shiva temple known as the Vaikom Temple. This temple is associated with the legendry Parasurama. This temple also depicts the typical Kerala temple culture and is worth visiting while holidaying in Kottayam. |
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Cheriyapally |
This church, dedicated to St. Mary, was built in 1579 AD. It houses some exquisite vegetable dye paintings on the ceilings and walls depicting biblical and non-biblical themes. |
Thazhathangadi Mosque |
Thazhathangadi Mosque Known for its exquisite architecture, the 1,000-year-old mosque at Thazhathangadi forms an important pilgrim center of Kottayam. |
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary: |
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is another place worth visiting from Kottayam. It is the place to go if one wants to have a look at the natural habitat of elephants, the tiger and the bison. |
| Good Shepherd Church |
| The Good Shepherd Church is the first church of the Diocese of Vijayapuram, built in the Italian style. |
| Wagamon : |
Wagamon is another place to visit while going for excursion in and around Kottayam. The place is 60 km from Kottayam town. This place has good spots for trekking and so the place is called the trekkers' paradise.
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Get Kottayam |
Visit by Road - The city is also accessible by road from all major cities of South India. |
Visit by Air - To reach Kottayam, the nearest Airport is at Cochin (Kochi), located 76 km from Kottayam. |
Visit by Rail -The Railway Station is situated just 2 km away from the central bus station. There are regular trains from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Ernakulam.
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