About Kollam
Quilon or Kollam , an old sea port town on the Arabian coast , stands on the Ashtamudi lake. The city is also reffered as the land of Cashew nuts and a typical small Kerala market town.The city is famous for silk sarees and spices which are famous for their authenticity and quality. There are enchanting places in Kollam that draw lakhs of tourists every year. Some of the interesting places of worship in Kollam include Oachira, Rameshwara temple and Mayyanad popular for its shrines and temples. The most important of the nine temples here is the Subramanya Temple at Umayanallor.

There are some interesting places around Kollam which can make ones visit memorable for a lifetime. These include Sasthamkotta, the largest fresh water lake in Kerala around 29 km from Kollam town.

Thirumullavaram beach is another marvellous spot 6 km north of Kollam town which is famous for its untouched natural beauty. Thangasseri, a small town at a distance from 5 km from Kollam is a mesmerising place.

To reach Kollam the nearest airport, Thiruvananthapuram, is 72km away and Quilon railway make Kollam accessible from all parts of the country. Finally good resorts and hotels are there to make your visit comfortable and relaxing.