Kollam

Kollam or Quilon, an old seaport town on the Malabar Coast, had a sustained commercial reputation from the days of the Phoenicians and the Romans. A famous port of international spice trade in ancient India, the present day Kollam is famous for its varied modern industries including cashew nut processing and research, fisheries, etc.
Its association with the renowned Ashtamudi Lake makes it the gateway to the magnificent backwaters of Kerala. The eight-hour boat trip between Kollam and Alappuzha is the longest and most exhilarating experience on the backwaters of Kerala. The place is also home to relics of the past and a number of temples built in the traditional ornate architectural style.

Fact & figures

Temperature:	Summer: 35 -25 C Winter: 33.5 -24 C
Season:	October to March
Clothing:	Tropical
Language spoken:	Malyalam, English and Hindi
STD Code:	0474
Tourism Office:	District Tourism Promotion Council, KSRTC Bus Stand, Near Boat Jetty, Kollam, Tel: 0474-2745625, 2750322, Fax: 2750170, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Department of Tourism District Office, Govt. Guest House, Ashramam, Kollam, Telefax: 2743620. DTPC Tourist Information Centre, KSRTC Bus Stand, Kollam, Tel: 2745625.