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Tourist attractions in Kottayam
The city of Kottayam is nestled between the mighty Western Ghats to the east and the Vembanand Lake full of paddy fields in the west. The land is defined as a city with unique characteristics. The city is full of highlands, hillocks, hills, backwaters, evergreen paddy fields, and large rubber plantation farms. Kottayam is also the pride of Kerala for its cent per cent literacy.. One can find every thing in this coastal area of Kerala which also thrives with backwater cruises, bird sanctuaries, churches, temples and the beautiful landscapes. On a walking distance is the city of kumarakom, which has a bird sanctuary, and you can have fun in the island of Pathiramal. The Vembanand Lake is ideal picnic spot of Kottayam . This lake also serves as a backwater where one can enjoy water activities like boating and fishing.
Location
Kottayam is centrally located in Kerala. It is accessible by air, rail and road. It’s nearest airport is at Cochin, which is around 76 kilometers from Kottayam.. Important trains from Kerala and the neighboring states touch Kottayam station.
Nearby destinations
There are a number of tourist destinations adjacent to Kottayam . The Shiv Temple linked to legendary Parasurama is a wonderful temple. The church of Saint Mary in Valiapally and The Saint Mary’s at Cheriyapally are renowned tourist sites. The Vaikom temple and the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary also woo both foreign and domestic tourist .
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