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Must-Visit Places in Kottayam

Must-Visit Places in Kottayam

Place

Type

Why Visit

Kumarakom Backwaters

Nature/Leisure

Houseboats, birdwatching, Ayurveda

Illikkal Kallu

Nature/Adventure

Trekking, views, photography

St. Mary’s Church (Valiyapally)

Heritage/Religious

Historic Christian landmark

Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple

Religious/Cultural

Ancient temple, festivals

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Nature/Wildlife

Birdwatching, peaceful walks

Vagamon

Hill Station

Cool climate, tea estates, meadows

Ettumanoor Temple

Pilgrimage

Sacred Shiva temple, mural art

Vaikom Temple

Religious/Heritage

Spiritual and historical importance

DC Books & Literary Spots

Culture/Literature

Publishing hub, unique to Kottayam

Elaveezha Poonchira

Trekking/Nature

Scenic valley, offbeat destination

Kottayam is a destination where faith, nature, and knowledge meet. From the spiritual energy of temples and churches, to the peace of its lakes and hills, to the intellectual charm of its bookshops, Kottayam promises a journey that soothes the heart and stimulates the mind.