Kottayam is located at the western ghat and this beautiful place is popularly known to tourists. Actually besides being a tourist spot Kottayam is a trading centre. During our tour to kerala we planned for 2 nights stay at Kottayam. We stayed in Windsor castle in kottayam. From there they had arranged for us to visit nearby places. Here is a list of places
St Mary church is situated in cheriyappally . Very beautiful church which contains excuisite murals and paintings of biblical and non biblical themes.
Bharananganam isa church which contains the remains of sister Alphonso. Daily more than 100 people are coming here and it is believed that this is one of the pilgrimage center of Kerala.
Erumeli located in the banks of manimala river. Its also a important pilgrimage center for hindus and muslims.
Kumarakom bird sanctuary is another beautiful place to visit and its 10kms from our stay in hotel. But we madeit point to visit the sanctuary. Its a ideal place for backwaters cruises organised by kerala tourism. Spread over 14 acres of lush greenary and blue waters. We can experience here many beautiful birds like water ducks cuckoos, and siberian storks which spend summer here.
Thirunakkari siva temple built in kerala style of architecture. Its having beautiful paintings on its wall.
Best time to visit is during October to April. Kottayam is connected by rail and roads with all major cities. Nearest airport is at kochi . There are plentiful good resort and hotels. So staying there and experience a nice place.
