{"id":863,"date":"2024-09-02T13:24:32","date_gmt":"2024-09-02T07:54:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vardhmanvacations.com\/blog\/?p=863"},"modified":"2024-09-02T15:57:43","modified_gmt":"2024-09-02T10:27:43","slug":"kollam-a-complete-travel-guide-to-keralas-coastal-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vardhmanvacations.com\/blog\/kollam-a-complete-travel-guide-to-keralas-coastal-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"Kollam: A Complete Travel Guide to Kerala\u2019s Coastal Beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Kollam, formerly known as Quilon, is an old port city on India’s Malabar Coast. It sits on the Laccadive Sea, which is part of the Arabian Sea<\/strong>, about 71 kilometers north of the state capital, Trivandrum<\/a>. The city is a mini-version of Kerala, with a rich history, diverse population, and stunning natural surroundings. Situated on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake<\/strong> and Kallada River<\/strong>, Kollam is Kerala’s fourth-largest city and serves as the gateway to the backwaters. The city is famous for cashew processing and coir production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With evidence of habitations dating back centuries, Kollam has a rich and fascinating history. It was once an important center for spices like pepper, as recounted in stories by ancient visitors, especially those from Phoenicia and Rome. The city is known for its diverse religious environment, evident in its numerous temples, mosques, and churches. Kollam is home to many cashew processing companies, filling the air with the distinctive aroma of roasted cashews. To the west, Kollam is bordered by the Arabian Sea, while the district features a lake, rivers, beaches, grasslands, mountains, and woods. Ashtamudi Lake, a breathtaking sight, boasts a vast network of canals and rivers flowing into the Arabian Sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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