Explore attractions in Kollam, with local highlights and useful ideas for planning a visit.
Kerala offers more than one kind of getaway. Browse beaches, hill stations, backwaters, wildlife, temples, heritage sites, museums, festivals, churches, and mosques to build an itinerary around the places and experiences you enjoy most. This guide focuses on attractions in Kollam, with local listings to help you plan your visit.
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Traditional Krishna temple with beautiful architecture, known for its devotional atmosphere and cultural activities.
Serene hill station with dense forests, streams, and traditional Kerala village culture.
Ashtamudi Lake is a backwater lake in Kollam district. Kerala Tourism describes its eight-armed shape and houseboat cruises; the Ramsar Sites Information Service records the wetland as site 1204, designated on 19 August 2002.
Kerala Tourism identifies Asramam Sree Krishna Swami Temple as the venue for Kollam Pooram and names Navaneetha Krishna as its presiding deity. The annual pooram takes place on Vishu eve and closes the temple’s 10-day festival.
Powerful temple dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, known for its spiritual energy and traditional Kerala temple festivals.
Kerala Tourism says Kottankulangara Chamayavilakku is held on the 10th and 11th of Meenam at Kottankulangara Devi Temple in Chavara. Men dress in women’s attire and carry traditional lamps in procession.
Sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, known for its spiritual energy and traditional Kerala festivals.
Sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, renowned for its divine blessings and peaceful environment.
Beautiful Cathedral at Thoothoor dedicated to Infant Jesus, known for its architectural grandeur, devotional atmosphere, and significance in Kerala's Catholic heritage.
Historic Shiva temple in Karunagapally, known for its ancient heritage and traditional worship practices.
Sacred Krishna temple known for its vibrant festivals and traditional rituals celebrating Lord Krishna.
Kerala Tourism identifies Kollam Beach, also known as Mahatma Gandhi Beach, as a coastal destination in Kollam district.
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