Kollam
A costal district of Kerala, Kollam is located 71 km from
Trivandrum. One of the beautiful backwater district of Kerala, Kollam was
once port of international spice trade. 30% of this historic town is covered
by the renowned Ashtamudi Lake. The eight hour trip between Kollam and Alappuzha
is the longest backwater cruise in Kerala. The district which is the center
of the country's and some interesting historic place and a number of temples
are present here.
How to Reach:
By Air: Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram (71 km)
By Rail: Kollam is an important railhead of the Southern
Railways. (Railway enquiry Ph: 131)
By Road: An excellent road network links Kollam to all major
towns and cities in Kerala.
Ferry services: The ferry station is adjacent to the central
bus station (3 km from the railway station)