Kollam, surrounded with Ashtamudi Lake, is blessed with the charm of blue waters and elegant greenery. It is one of the known trade centers. Ashtamudi Lake, that envelops thirty percent of Kollam and Sasthamkotta, the largest fresh water lake in Kerala are its pride. Backwater cruise through Ashtamudi Lake, backwaters of Kollam and Alleppey adds to the thrill of this trip. The temples with attractive architecture
The eight-hour trip from Kollam to Alleppey is the longest backwater cruise in Kerala. houseboats of different types are available on different rates depending on the requirements of the guests. The picturesque beauty of the surroundings, Chinese fishing nets, chirping birds, flocks of ducks, village life are the regular sights at the travel in the houseboats of Kollam. Meals inside the houseboats are the special attraction of this trip- freshly prepared spicy Indian food made by an in house cook. Food offered intermittently on the sun deck and the luxurious dinning rooms are its added specialties.
A trip to Ashatamudy Lake may lead you to Monroe Island formed by the backwaters and Kallada River. A cruise along the riverside villages will provide you with unforgettable sweet memories.
Shopping can be done at Chinnakkada and several other centers in Kollam. A sight seeing trip can be arranged to the nearby places of interest- Shendurni wild life sanctuary, Kottarakkara Thampuran Museum, Thenmala, Kulathupuzha temple, Alumkadavu, Thevalli palace and more.
To get there:
By air: Thiruvananthapuram (131km)
By rail: Kollam
By road: Kollam is connected to all major cities of Kerala
