Location: Kollam
Top Things to do in Kollam
What to do and see in Kollam, Kerala: The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Kollam (IPA: [koɭɭəm]) or Quilon (Coulão), formerly Desinganadu, is an old seaport and city on the Laccadive Sea coast of the Indian state of Kerala. The city is on the banks Ashtamudi Lake. Kollam has had a strong commercial reputation since the days of the Phoenicians and Romans. Fed by the Chinese trade, it was mentioned by Ibn Battuta in the 14th century as one of the five Indian ports he had seen during the course of his twenty-four year travels. Desinganadu's rajas exchanged embassies with Chinese rulers while there was a flourishing Chinese settlement at Kollam. In the 9th Century, on his way to Canton, China, Persian merchant Sulaiman al-Tajir found Kollam to be the only port in India visited by huge Chinese junks. Marco Polo, the Venetian traveller, who was in Chinese service under Kublai Khan in 1275, visited Kollam and other towns on the west coast, in his capacity as a Chinese mandarin.
Restaurants in Kollam
1. Thangassery Light House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By AnilK3472 - Kochi (Cochin), India
well a very beautiful place to visit. there is a lift to reach just below the top. then you have to climb two flight of stairs. the view is breathtaking. go in the evening to avoid the harsh sun. the breakwater is an excellent place for a really long walk. you may see lot of mongoose roaming around. some beautiful graffiti adorn the rocks on the breakwater. take lot of water and snacks with you.
2. Munroe Island Backwaters Canoe Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 330 reviews
We offer canoe and kayak tours. The canoe tour takes about 3 hours and glides you through the narrow and stunningly beautiful palm tree lined channels of Munroe Island. The canoe can carry up to 6 passengers. We offer kayak tours in small groups with single and double kayaks. Vijeesh, your guide is knowledgeable of the wildlife, birds, and plants and will show you the local village life of Munroe Island. Vijeesh is not associated with the DTPC.
3. Palm Tree Houseboat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Be in a honeymoon package or a family outing or a a simple backwater tour.we have customised packages for you.
4. Thirumullavaram Beach
5. Kollam Beach
6. Southern Backwaters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
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