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Kottayam

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Wildlife Areas Sacred & Religious Sites Mountains

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. Kottayam is in Kottayam District. Use our India trip itinerary planner to arrange the details of your trip to Kottayam and other destinations.
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Top Kottayam tours
Kochi Shore Excursion- Private Day Tour of Heritage and Backwaters BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $225
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Popular things to do in Kottayam

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Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
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Vagamon
4.5
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Illikkal Kallu
4.4
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Bay Island Driftwood Museum
4.3
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Side trips from Kottayam

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

Nature in Kottayam

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Ilaveezhapoonchira
4.2
Duration:2​h
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Marmala Waterfall
4.2
Duration:2​h
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Kattikkayam Water Falls
4.3
Duration:4​h
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Aruvikkachal Waterfall
4.2
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Hidden gems in Kottayam

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Kumaranalloor
5.0
Duration:2​h
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Kottayam Cheriapally
5.0
Duration:30​min
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Malliyoor Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple
4.6
Duration:2​h
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Kattikkayam Waterfalls
4.8
Duration:4​h

Historic Sites in Kottayam

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Saint Chavara Pilgrim Centre
4.8
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
4.8
Duration:30​min
Ganapathiyar Kovil Temple
4.7
Duration:2​h
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St. Dominic's Cathedral
4.4
Duration:2​h

Kid-friendly things to do in Kottayam

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Mango Meadows Agricultural Theme Park
3.1
Duration:8​h
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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
Varkala Town BEST FOR: Beach, Spa, Spa / Wellness
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