KOLLAM (Quilon) Explore the boundless wonders of kollam Kollam is an important Commercial center of the state and famous for the country’s cashew trading and processing industry. Area - 2,579 sq km Population - 2,398,285 Languages - Malayalam and English Best time to visit- August to March STD code - 0474 How to Get There Air : Thiruvananthapuram is the nearest airport. Rail : Kollam is an important Railway junction connected with other important cities. Road : National highway NO.47 passes through Kollam. Ferry services: The ferry station is adjacent to the central bus station (3 km from the railway station). Kollam Tourism Spots Ariankavu The shrine here is dedicated to Sree Sastha and the annual festival which is held in December attracts thousands of devotees from all over the place. Ochira Ochira is Located 34 km north of Kollam, The unique feature of this famous pilgrim centre is that there is no deity or idol at the famous Parabrahma temple dedicated to the Universal Consciousness. Three main annual festivals are held here Ochira kalli, Prandra Velluak ( Middle of November every year it’s a 12 days festival ) 28th onam , it is conducted 28 days after the national festival of kerala Onam. Every year. Palaruvi Waterfalls Just 5km from Ariankavu is the lovely waterfalls at Palaruvi at an height of 300 feet. It derives this name since it gives an impression of flowing milk. Sasthankotta It is the largest fresh water lake in kerala and the source of kollam water supply scheme. It is situated on the bank of the river Kallada. There is also a Siva temple in the town. Thangasseri It is a historically important place as ruined Portuguese Fort and 18th century church can be found here. The long beach has a 44 meter lighthouse. Thenmala The area is covered by dense forest, rubber and tea plantations. An Eco Tourism Development Project is under implementation here. Thenmala is also a damsite. Tirumullavaram beach This quiet beautiful beach is filled with coconut trees and an ideal beach for bathing. Beaches The Thanagasseri Beach Distance Sasthankotta (29 km from Kollam town) Ochira (34 km north of Kollam town) Thenmala ( 66 km east of Kollam) Ariankavu (70 km from Kollam town): Kollam Climate The climate of Kollam is generally temperate and humid and relatively more pleasant in the winter season. The temperature ranges from 22 to 35°C in summer and 20 to 32°C during winters. Annual average rainfall is 310 cm. Kollam Map

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