Best of Kottayam Recommended by Indian travellers Nice place to...

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Created Date: 11 October 2014
Best of Kottayam Recommended by Indian travellers
Nice place to...
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It actually a beautiful city with
good people. There are lots of
tourist sites in there. As part of
Kerala tourism, now the roads are
also being...
18 travel stories about Kottayam by Indian travellers
Guide includes:About destination | Top things to do | Best accommodations | Travelling tips | Best time to visit
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About Kottayam
Located near Kochi, Kottayam is a large town in the state of Kerala. Due to the presence of
many newspapers and publishing houses in Kottayam, it is also called the letter capital of
Kerala. The literacy rate of the city is around 100% that can be attributed to the presence of
many colleges and deemed universities, present here.
Kottayam is popular because of several plantations, paddy fields and natural lakes. Kottayam is
also a main trade centre of Kerala due to the extensive rubber plantations present in the town.
The large town of Kottayam also has a head quarter by the same name.
Located around 76 kilometres from Kochi, Kottayam once used to be the part of erstwhile
Central Travancore. Apart from being the trade capital of Kerala, Kottayam also has several
popular publishing houses of India.
Popular tourist attractions in Kottayam include an ancient temple of Thirunakkara Mahadeva,
which was built here in the 16th century by Raja of Thekkumkur. The interior murals of the
temple depict some of the rare ancient art works derived from Hindu epics.
Thirunakkara Arattu festival, bathing ceremony of lord Mahadeva, is a famous event in
Kottayam, which starts from the first day of Meenam month of Malyalam Calendar. It continues
for ten days. Various traditional dances like Kathakali, Mayilattom, Velakali and other cultural
entertaining programs are performed during the festival. This festival is held between 15th and
24th March in 2012.
The Ettumanoor Mahadevar Temple hosts the Ettumanoor Aarat festival, celebrated in the
month of February – March every year. The most exciting part of this Utsav is seven and half
elephants made of gold being displayed for public. This is called Ezharaponnana Darshan in
Malayalam. Tourists visiting Kottayam in March can visit Ettumanoor Mahadevar Temple.
Attuvela Mahotsavam, a water carnival is held at Elankavu Sree Bhagavathy Temple on 25th
March 2012. It is believed that Attuvela Mahotsavam is the welcome ceremony for the Goddess
of Kodungalloor who comes to visit her sister, the Goddess of Elamkavu.
Kottayam also houses one of the oldest Mosques of India, the Thazhathangady Juma Masjid,
located near Meenachil River. The mosque here is popular for its wooden architecture and
carvings representing the ancient architectural expertise. The region also includes some Syrian
Christian Churches like ancient St. Mary's Orthodox Church in Cheriapally that still dominate the
region. These churches date back to the 1600s.
The best time to visit Kottayam is between the months of September and February because of
the pleasant weather as it gets increasingly warmer from the month of February onwards.
Kottayam hosts an annual Flower Show and Food Festival in the third week of January. Cultural
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programs will be arranged on all days of the festival.
Kottayam is well connected by railways to other towns and districts whereas the capital city of
Thiruvananthapuram is well connected by roadways along with neighbouring towns like
Thekkady, Ernakulam, Madurai, and Munnar. The nearest airport is located in Kochi, which is
about 80 kilometres from the town. Kottayam is also popular for its water transport facilities that
include ferries and boats.
In Kottayam, tourists can use public transport for going around the city. The bus service in
Kottayam connects almost all parts of the city. Tourists can also hire taxi to roam around the
city.
Kottayam is known for its handmade products. Exquisite goods and designs made by local
craftsmen can be included in the shopping as the remembrance of Kottayam trip. Tourists can
also add various spices to their shopping bags along the local market.
Information
State:
Kerala
Famous for/as: Waterfront
Top attractions in Kottayam recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers
Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 21
Ratings: 6.67/7 (3 Reviews)
"Anybody who enjoys visiting old Temples and like beaches should visit. The pratikrama around
the temple offers a great sea view. Behind the temple is rocky bed and gets filled with water on
high tide.We stayed at Harihareshwar Beach Resort, which..." - Amal Baby, Batam, 2 months
ago
1
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 2 Of 21
"Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is one of the ancient temples of Siva in Kerala and it has taken
place in many Hindu epics/mythologies. If possible, do make it convenient vo visit the temple at
night so that it is great sight when the temple is litten up..." - Shylaja ramamoorthy , Adoor,
3 weeks ago
2
St. Mary's Orthodox Church
Type:
Church
Entry:
3
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Entry: Free
Ranked: 3 Of 21
Timings: Monday - Friday - 06:30 To 20:00 , Saturday - 06:30 To 20:00 , Sunday - 06:30 To
20:00 , Public Holidays - 06:30 To 20:00
"This is a very old church, probably 700 years old. But even today, very well maintained. More
from inside, we have a striking peace. They seem to have some library (as I heard) which I
could not see but if someone has seen it can explain it better." - Jayant , , Apr 7, 2014
4
Bay Island Driftwood Museum
Type:
Museum
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 21
"nice and good effort by madam...everyone want to visit this place..all the best for future
innovation......during day time visit is good.....nice location" - Suba balaji , , May 8, 2014
5
Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 5 Of 21
"excellent ambience and good place to visit early morning" - Aneesh g , , Oct 29, 2013
6
Subramania Swami temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 6 Of 21
"A religious visit to perform some religious activity for my daughter and son" - Manoj Kumar,
Bangalore, Oct 13, 2013
7
Monroe Light
Type:
View Point
Entry: Free
Ranked: 7 Of 21
"The light house view is awesome and caught me off-guard... Holiday IQ is doing a great job.
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There is sufficient number of shops around and you can get almost anything there.. Be it a
shawl to long swords etc everything you can get there. Moreover..." - Satheesh Adepu, , 4
weeks ago
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Saraswathy Temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 8 Of 21
"Good..place of worship..with extreme serenity. Best known as Dakshina Mookambika, famous
for Vidyarambham for Toddlers. Vidyarambham is usually done during mornings." - Anil ji
nair , Allahabad, 4 weeks ago
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Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Type:
Sanctuary
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 9 Of 21
Timings: Summer - 06:00 To 18:00 , Winter - 06:00 To 18:00
"The Sanctuary is really worth a visit, especially if you are a nature lover. When the birds chirp
away, you can forget all your worldly worries and feel very peaceful. Please don't carry any food
with you into the museum though. Don't forget to..." - Shylaja ramamoorthy , Adoor, 3
weeks ago
10 Poonjar
Palace
Type:
Palace
Entry: Free
Ranked: 10 Of 21
"Poonjar Palace is very famous and so many Kings of the former Travancore State have
married into the palance. So also the Palace has given birth to many artists and writers." Shylaja ramamoorthy , Adoor, 3 weeks ago
Popular hotels in Kottayam recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers
1
Hotel Aida
Price:
Rs. 900 - 1,600
Ranked: 1 Of 112
Address:
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Address: AIDA Junction
Near KSRTC Bus Stand
M.C.Road,Kottyam
Phone: 0481-2568391
Website: Www.hotelaidakerala.com
"The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the city, quite close to the bus
stand and the railway station. The appearance of the hotel is modern. In the
front of the hotel there is a bar. The staff is friendly, helpful and quick to
attend..." - Dilip dev , Cochin, 3 weeks ago
Read 84 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
2
Gold Field Lake Resort
Price:
Rs. 4,500 - 5,500
Ranked: 2 Of 112
Address: Block No-12
Near Navarazreth Church,
Kumarakom South
Phone: 481-2525388
Website: Www.goldfieldresorts.in
"We went there in the month of may when the rains started in kerala. We stayed
there for two nights and had a good time during our stay. We liked the lake view
and cool breeze from our room . The rooms are very clean and decent for thr
budget...." - Suresh kumar , Ahmedabad, Today
3
Whitegate Residency
Price:
Rs. 3,000 - 8,000
Ranked: 3 Of 112
Address: Valiyakavala
Vaikom, Kottayam
Phone: 4829-216961
Website: Http://Www.whitegateresidency.com/Index.htm
"the hotel is strategically located and good service and many important places
like Sabarimala Temple, Manjanikkara church, Parumala Temple, Chengannur
Sivan Temple and many import locations are near adoor and this hotei can be
depended for good..." - Nk das , , Jan 14, 2014
4
The Windsor Castle
Price:
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Price:
Rs. Upto 3,500
Ranked: 4 Of 112
Address: Kodimatha
Kottayam
Phone: 0481-2363637
Website: Www.thewindsorcastle.net
"Star category hotel. Excellent rooms and services. Front office also were
provided good service. Food was excellent, different cosines available. Also
provide boat service behind the hotel. Very good view, easily reachable from
Kottayam railway..." - Tharan s , , Apr 23, 2014
5
Arcadia Hotel
Price:
Rs. 2,200 - 5,200
Ranked: 5 Of 112
Address: TB Road
Kottayam
Phone: 0481-2569999
Website: Www.arcadiahotels.net
"Overall it was a good experience. Reception was good. Hospitality was good.
Food was good. Breakfast buffet was excellent. The pool was good and clean.
WIFI was decent. Surrounding places are good for shoppers Staff were
pleasing. Room..." - Shyam Bandi, Bangalore, 2 weeks ago
6
Mali International Hotel
Price:
Ranked:
Ratings:
Address:
Rs. 900 - 7,500
6 Of 112
5.16/7 (6 Reviews)
Near Railway Station
Kottayam Dist.
Phone:
0481-2569719
Website:
Www.hotelmali.com
Preferred by: Single, Couple | Chennai, Nagpur Travellers
"The overall experience was good. The rooms were spacious and well lit. The
location is very near to busstand and railway station. The reception is very
beautifully decorated and gives a warm welcoming feeling." - Tanvi Goel,
Shillong, Apr 17, 2013
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Blue Moon Hotel
Price:
Rs. 500 - 900
Ranked: 7 Of 112
Address: Palai
Kottyam
Phone: 482-2212202
"Enjoyed my stay in their decent 1 bed room, filled with all basic amenities.
Restaurant was the best part, very luxurious and nice interactive staff. Had
karimeen pollichatu (Keralan fish recipe) for dinner. Enjoyed the stay. Some
things require..." - Niladri Barman`, Bhubaneswar, 2 weeks ago
8
Orchid Residency
Price:
Rs. 1,900 - 5,500
Ranked: 8 Of 112
Address: Pulimoodu Junction
Kottayam
Phone: 0481-2563141
Website: Www.orchidresidency.com
"" - Nikhil , Madurai, Nov 22, 2013
9
Chamundi Hill Palace
Price:
Rs. 3,200 - 4,400
Ranked: 9 Of 112
Address: 513, Rajkumar Estate
Nadukani, Edakunnam P.O
Kottayam
Phone: 04828-251739
Website: Www.chamundihillpalace.org
"We went to the resort as a family group of 4 people... the resort was very
beautiful... we can go by car up to a point and from there....had to take a boat
which was exciting.... we were welcomed with garlands and a welcome
drink....the check-in..." - Shikha Shukla, Delhi, 2 months ago
10 Pearl
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Regency
Price:
Rs. Upto 2,600
Ranked: 10 Of 112
Address: T. B. Junction
M.C. Road
Kottayam
Phone: 0481-2561123
Website: Www.pearlregency.in
"Good location, good facilities and reasonable price. Food were also good.
Room service and staffs were good. They were very co-operaitive. Just 15 Km
from major tourist spot Kumarakom. Good reception area. Rooms were good
and also have LCD and..." - Tharan s , , Apr 23, 2014
View all Kottayam hotels
Best way to travel from Bangalore to Kottayam
Kottayam is located at a distance of 606 km from Bangalore. The city is famous as a trading
centre of spices and commercial crops and is well-connected to Bangalore by roadways,
railways and airways. However, the best way to travel from Bangalore to Kottayam is by car,
which takes about 9 hours. The places covered on the way from Bangalore to Kottayam are
Bangalore - 137km -> Dharmapuri â€“ 65km -> Salem â€“ 203km -> Kanjikode â€“ 49km ->
Kannambra â€“ 162km -> Kottayam. Petrol pumps of Shell, HP and Indian Oil, the IndoAmerican Hospital and various road-side dhabas are located on this route.
Transport options from Bangalore to Kottayam
Bangalore to Kottayam By Car: Take a cab from Bangalore to Kottayam, which takes around 9
hours. The cost of cabs ranges from INR15 to INR45 per kilometre, depending upon the type of
car. Ideal for families, seniors and groups.
Bangalore to Kottayam By Bus: Take a direct bus from Bangalore to Kottayam, which takes
around 11 hours. Several government luxury buses operated by the Karnataka State Road
Transport Corporation are available. Kottayam bus stand is situated at a distance of about 4 km
from the city centre and can be covered by bus or auto-rickshaw. Travelling by bus is suitable
for individual travellers and backpackers.
Bangalore to Kottayam By Train: Take a direct train from Bangalore to Kottayam, which takes
about 14 hours. The Kottayam railway station is located at a distance of about 2 km from the
city centre, which can be covered by auto-rickshaw or bus. Ideal for families, seniors and
groups.
Bangalore to Kottayam By Flight: There is no direct flight from Bangalore to Kottayam. However,
you can take a flight from Bangalore airport to Cochin (Kochi) airport, the nearest airport to
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Kottayam, which takes around an hour. Kochi airport is about 85 km away from Kottayam and
can be reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw in about an hour. Journey by air is suitable for seniors
and kids.
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Bangalore To Kottayam
(394Km)
Pune To Kottayam
(1037Km)
Chennai To Kottayam
(561Km)
Hyderabad To Kottayam
(895Km)
Kochi (Cochin) To Kottayam
(48Km)
Mumbai To Kottayam
(1117Km)
Coimbatore To Kottayam
(165Km)
Thiruvananthapuram To Kottayam
(129Km)
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