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Located 70kilometres to the north of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam is the centre of the country's cashew trading and processing industry. One of the oldest ports on the malabar coast, Kollam was one the port of international spice trade. Thirty percent of this historic tours is covered by the renowned Asthamudi lake, making it the gateway to magnificent backwaters of Kerala. The eight hour boat trip between Kollam and Alleppey is the longest and most enchanting experience on the backwaters of Kerala. The district also has some interesting historic remnants and a number of temples built in the traditional ornate architectural style

To get to Kollam (Quilon)

Air -
nearest airport Trivandrum (71 kms)
Rail -
kollam is an important railhead of the southern railways.
Road -
an excellent road network links kollam to all major towns & cities
Water –
Kollam is also accessable by backwater, there are boat services available

Places to visit :

Thangasseri -
This seaside village of historic importance has the ruins of an old Portuguese fort and churches built in the 18 century. The Thangasseri Lighthouse which is 144 feet hight.
Thirumullavaram beach -
6kms north of Kollam this secluded beach is a beautiful picnic centre.
Mayyand -
10 kms south of kollam mayyanad is noted for its shrines and temples. The most important of the nine temples here is the subramanya temple at umayanallor.

Excursions :
Sasthamkotta, Ochira, Kulathupuzha , Thenmala , Ariankavu, Palaruvi Waterfalls

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