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Kottayam

4.2
Sacred & Religious Sites Mountains Specialty Museums

Land of Letters, Lakes, Latex

The first Indian city to achieve a 100 percent literacy rate among its citizens, Kottayam has as much of a reputation for its educational standards as for its massive rubber industry. Religious tourism in Kottayam also contributes significantly to the local economy, with many pilgrims flocking the diverse area's temples, mosques, and churches. Aside from the religious sights, Kottayam's proximity to excellent hiking opportunities in the surrounding mountains provides an additional reason to visit. Plan your vacation with our India journey planner and discover the best things to do in Kottayam.
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Top Kottayam tours

Marella Cruises, Cochin to Vaikom Shore excursions Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $150
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Popular things to do in Kottayam

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Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Illikkal Kallu
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Bay Island Driftwood Museum
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Ilaveezhapoonchira
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Kottayam

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Kerala Backwaters
Kerala
4.0
Duration: 8 hours
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Vembanad Lake
Kerala
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Kumarakom
1.2
Duration: 2 hours
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Vagamon Kurisumala
Vagamon
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Kottayam

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Kottayam Cheriapally
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
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Kumaranalloor
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
4.8
Duration: 30 minutes

Nature in Kottayam

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Kattikkayam Waterfalls
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
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Marmala Waterfall
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
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Kattikkayam Water Falls
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
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Aruvikkachal Waterfall
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Kottayam

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Saint Chavara Pilgrim Centre
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Ganapathiyar Kovil Temple
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Vallyachan mala
4.8
Duration: 30 minutes
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St. Dominic's Cathedral
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Kid-friendly things to do in Kottayam

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Mango Meadows Agricultural Theme Park
3.2
Duration: 8 hours
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Places to visit with Kottayam

Kochi (Cochin) BEST FOR: Landmark, Religious Site, Beach
Munnar BEST FOR: Garden, Dam, Lookout
Thekkady BEST FOR: Wildlife Area, Water Body, Garden
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) BEST FOR: Architectural Building, Landmark, Island
Kovalam BEST FOR: Beach, Dam, Water Body
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