Kottayam (കോട്ടയം), Kerala

Kottayam, Kerala, India

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Kottayam (Malayalam: കോട്ടയം) is a city on the southern part of the state of Kerala, India. It is also known as Akshara Nagari (അക്ഷര നഗരി), meaning "city of alphabets", for its part in the development of Malayali literature.

The history of Kottayam goes back to the 18th century, when it was ruled by the kingdom of Thekkumkoor. By the 19th century, the British had taken control of the city.

Today Kottayam continues to be a center for the spice trade as well as other commodity crops such as rubber.

Planning your trip to Kottayam

If you fly in, the nearest major airport is Kochi International Airport 93 km away. It receives flights from major cities in India. Alternatively, you can also take a long-distance train from major cities of India to Kottayam.

Cheriapally Church in Kottayam, Kerala

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Places of Interest in Kottayam

Cheriapally Church
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church
Manarcad Church
St George's Edacatt Church
Syro-Malabar Catholic church
Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple
Vimalagiri Cathedral

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