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Kayamkulam Lake is located inKayamkulam, Alpuzzha district.it is spread over an area of 60 sq km and is one of the most scenic backwaters in Kerala. The lake, which lies in both the Allepey and Quilon district, is a shallow lake which merges with the sea at the Kayamkulam barrage. Stretching between Panmana and Karthikappally, the Kayamkulam Lake has an area of 59.57 sq km, a length of 30 km and an average breadth of 2.4 Km. It connects the Ashtamudi Lake by the Chavara-Panmana canal.he wide opening of the lake into the Arabian Sea offers spectacular view of the sunset through the web of Chinese fishing nets to the tourists cruising in the houseboats. It is a shallow lake which merges with the sea at the Kayamkulam barrage.The Lake is used for inland water transport of passengers, as well as cargo. For purposes of tourists, Houseboat facilities are also available at the Kayamkulam Lake.If you’re in the mood for some bit of exploration and are interested in looking into things around the lake, you could go the Kayamkulam Sri Vittala Temple and the Kayamkulam Thermal Power Plant which are easily accessible.

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Sreekrishna Temple:

It is about 14km from Alappuzha. The classic architecture of this temple is worth seeing. Besides its architecture, it is well known for its 'Palpayasam' (sweet milk porridge), offered to the deity. The main event of the temple takes place in the months of March/April.

Chettikulangara Bhagwathy Temple:

The locals believe that the presiding deity of the temple has miraculous powers. On the occasion of Bharani the temple is abuzz with activity in the months of February and March.

Arthunkal:

Arthunkal is a famous pilgrim center, known for the St. Andrew's church. The Portuguese missionaries set up this Church 1851 AD. The church is popularly known as St. Sebastian's.

Kayamkulam Thermal Power Plant:

Kayamkulam Thermal Power Plant with a capacity of 350 MW commenced its commercial production in 1999. The plant is situated at Choolatheruvu village in Kayamkulam, which is about 54 km south of Alappuzha on the National Highway 47.

Krishnapuram Palace:

Krishnapuram Palace is located Kayamkulam, 47 km from Alappuzha (Alleppey), Alappuzha district. Built in the 18th century by Marthanda Varma, This two-storied Krishnapuram Palace was once the residence of the Maharajas/rulers of Kayamkulam kingdom. This palace features narrow corridors, saddled roofs and dormer windows. This palace is under the supervision of Archaeology department and is one of the brilliant Kerala highlights

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How to reach?

Nearest Railway Station:

Kayamkulam railway station.

Nearest Airport:

Trivandrum International Airport and Cochin International Airport

Road Transport:

Kayamkulam is connected by a good road network to Alleppey, Quilon, Cochin, and Thiruvananthapuram. There are buses every three minutes for Kayamkulam from Quilon and Alappuzha.

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Mannarshala Temple:

The Mannarshala Temple is about 32 km from Alappuzha and an important center of serpent worship in Kerala. On the occasion of Ayilyam (in the months of September and October), thousands gather to worship the serpent god.

Alappuzha Beach :

Alappuzha Beach is a very attractive beach. he Alappuzha beach is a popular picnic spot, The pier extending into the sea is over 137 years old. One of the great attractions for the visitors here is the lighthouse and the Vijaya Beach Park. The park offers a wde range of entertainment facilities like boating, children\’s park with toy train and bicycles, etc.

Backwater Cruise:

View the landscape beauty , monuments, temples,churches and industries of Alappuzha by cruising through its rivers,canals and backwaters.The starting point is from Alleppey and the finishing point is at Jetty .

Karumadikuttan:

The small village near Ambalapuzha is known for the black granite idol of Lord Buddha known as Karumadikuttan. The idol dates back to 9th or 10th century.

Punnapra:

A short distance from Alappuzha is Punnapra, a village which has gone down in history as the scene of a bitter and heroic fighting between the communists and Travancore State Police during the Punnapra Vayalar Communist uprising of 1946.

Mararikulam:

Situated on the coast south of Alappuzha,12 Kms. from Alappuzha, it houses a quiet beach and has an adjoining fishing village. Pool, tennis, water sports and Ayurvedic treatments are the leisure time activities one can available of.

Pandavan Rock:

Pandavan Rock gets its name from the Pandavas of Mahabharata who stayed in a cave here during the time of their exile. Pandavan Para, also known as the Rock of the Pandavas is an ideal picnic spot. It takes walking to get to this location, but it is not a hard climb. Most people that are in good health can easily manage the climb. There are several vantage points with terrific views along the trail. The panoramic view that can be seen when you reach the rocky outcrop at the top is exceptional.

Pathiramannal:

Pathiramannal is a small island found in the Vembanad Lake near Alleppey. This magnificent location can only be traveled to on a boat. Its remote location adds to the intrigue for those that especially love to explore. Birdwatchers love to travel to this breathtaking location is hundreds of rare migratory birds like to gather there. It is possible to see such birds as golden-backed woodpeckers, night herons, kingfishers, paradise fly-catchers, egrets, bulbuls, shrikes, morning doves, crow pheasants, and drongos.

Kuttanad Region:

The region is known as the 'Rice Bowl of Kerala'. It is perhaps the only region in the world where farming is done below sea level. The boat trip to Changanacherry passes through this beautiful and fertile region.

Arthunkal Church:

This christian Pilgrim centre near Sherthalai is 22 km. north of alappuzha. The St. Andrews Church here was built by Portuguese missionaries.

Edathua Church:

This church, dedicated to St. George is of special significance as it is believed that prayers and offerings here help in healing all kinds of mental disorders and other ailments. The annual feast is held from 5th - 7th May and attracts devotees from all parts of south India.

The Vijaya Beach Park:

Picnic spot with children’s park & boating facilities.

Karumadi:

Karumadi, three Kms. east of Ambalappuzha, has a statue of Budha called Karumadikuttan, a perennial source of interest for the tourists.

Subrahmanya Swamy temple, Haripad:

Sree Subrahmanya Swamy temple at Haripad is one among the three oldest temples of Kerala. Daily a number of devotees come to this holy shrine. It is believed that the temple was established even before the advert of ‘Kaliyuga‘. There are two legends connected with the origin of this temple. One is based on the story mentioned in the ‘Skandapurana‘ and the other is related to the payippad Snake-boat race.

Chavara Bhavan:

Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara. It is now a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather for prayer, receive favours and feel amply gratified. Here, a 250 year old historically important beacon of light is preserved intact in its original.

Mararikulam beach:

A pure and soft A pure and soft Mararikulam beach welcomes into its warm embrace as you decide to spend your holiday tours on this strikingly beautiful beach.Mararikulam Beach is comparatively a new beach destination where you have pristine sand beaches, swinging coconut palms and plenty of solitude. welcomes into its warm embrace as you decide to spend your holiday tours on this strikingly beautiful beach.Mararikulam Beach is comparatively a new beach destination where you have pristine sand beaches, swinging coconut palms and plenty of solitude.

Thangasseri:

This is a seaside village replete with historical evidences in the shape of the remnants of an old Portuguese Fort and the churches that date back to the eighteenth century.

Mayannad:

This place is noted for the shrines and temples that dot it. The most important temple is undoubtedly the Subramanya temple that is said to have been consecrated by the Sri Sankaracharya, the Hindu philosopher.

Thirumullavaram:

This clinches the title of being the best beach spot hands down.Feel the bracing cool breeze softly caressing you as you bask in the warm rays of the sun. This is also an ideal place for swimming.

Nearest Petrol Pump:

Petrol Pump
Kayankulam, Kerala.

Indianoil Petrol Pump
Mavelikkara, Kerala.

Indian Oil Petrol Pump
NH 47, Puthiyakavu
Karunagappally, Kerala.

BP Petrol Pump
Alappuzha, Kerala.

Pathirappally Petrol Pump
Alappuzha, Kerala
Tel: 09388844689.

Petrol Pump
Alappuzha
Kerala, India.

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:

Bamboostix
Alleppey backwater, punnamada
alleppey, Kerala 688006
Tel: 09995821014 – 09995821015.

Eurokerala
Toc-H Road, Vyttila
Cochin, Kerala 682019
Tel: 09847931669.

Old Samy's Vegiterian Hotel
Mavelikkara, Kerala.

Vijaya Hotel & Bar
Karunagapalli, Kerala.

The Excelency Hotel
Karunagapalli, Kerala.

Puttu Kada
Karunagappally, Kerala.

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Police Station:

Kayamkulam Police Station
SH6, Kayankulam
Alappuzha, Kerala.

Kayamkulam Police Station
SH6, Kayankulam
Alappuzha, Kerala.

Mavelikara Police Station
Mavelikkara, Alappuzha
Kerala.

Police Station
Karunagappally, Kollam
Kerala.

Thrikkunnapuzha Police Station
Thattarambalam Thrikkunnapuzha Road
Alappuzha.

Nearest Hospital:

Primary Health Centre
Mavelikara Kattanam Rd
Alappuzha, Kerala.

Sovereign GEMS Hospital
Krishnapuram Mavelikkara Road
Mavelikkara, Alappuzha
Kerala.

V Sukumara Pillai Memorial Hospital
Kerala.

St. Thomas Mission Hospital
Kannanakuzhi - Meppallilkutty Rd
Alappuzha, Kerala State.

Govt Hospital Vallikunnam
Kerala.

Polachirackal
Mavelikkara
Alappuzha, Kerala.

Link:

http://keralatourist-place.blogspot.com/2008/12/kayamkulam-lake.html
http://evur690553.blogspot.com/2005/10/kayamkulam-lake.html