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Kottayam is a city in the southern area of Kerala. Because of its location in the Meenachil River valley, the city of Kottayam is elevated to an average height of 3 metres above sea level and enjoys a temperate climate throughout the entire year. To the west are the rice paddies of Kuttanad and Vembanad Lake, while to the east are the beautiful Western Ghats. Kottayam translates as"inside of the fort" from the Malayalam terms "kotta" and "akam," respectively. Kottayam takes pride in its beauty, which is characterised by the backwaters, beautiful paddy fields, hillocks, hills, highlands, and large rubber plantations for which Kerala is famous. Kottayam is known as "The City of Letters" because of the large number of Malayalam newspapers, such as Deepika, and Malayala Manorama as well as the number of publishing enterprises that are headquartered there.

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Nattakom and Panachikkad

Nattakom and Panachikkad

Remote villages with scenic views
Nattakom and Panachikkad, two remote villages within a few kilometres from Kottayam, are two of the city's most unusual tourist destinations. The beautiful scenery, an abundance of migrating birds, and exceptional reservoirs in and around these towns have made them famous. These rural areas are home to some of the region's most revered religious buildings.

2 to 3 hours

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Best Time To Visit Kottayam

Winter and Monsoon Destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUL-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-JUN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with cold nights
  • Things You'll Love:Religious spots, architectural gems and markets

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Popular and Trending Places in Kottayam

But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.

  • Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour's are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren't just "local" tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
  • Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn't normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn't get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
  • Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what's going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Kottayam

How is the weather of Kottayam in peak season?

The weather of Kottayam in peak season is pleasant weather with cold nights. It means you can easily plan a trip to Kottayam in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.

What are the best places to visit in Kottayam?

Kottayam has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Kottayam include - St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Marmala Waterfall, and Nadukani. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What are the top things to do in Kottayam?

Kottayam is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Marmala Waterfall, and Nadukani. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!