Kollam / Kovalam Travel
Located 71 km 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 once the port of international spice
trade.
Thirty per cent of this historic town is covered by the renowned Ashtamudi
Lake, making it the gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala.
The eight hour boat trip between Kollam and Alappuzha 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.
How To Reach:
Air:
Nearest airport: Thiruvananthapuram (71 km)
Rail:
Kollam is an important railhead of the Southern Railways. Enquiry Ph: 131
Road:
KSRTC, Central Bus Stn. Ph: 2752008.
Ferry services:
The ferry station is adjacent to the central bus station (3 km from the
railway station).
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